What"s Next with Aki Anastasiou

00:17:32

Phil Anderson of Datacentrix explains how businesses...

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2023/11/29

In this What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Datacentrix Sales Leader for Digital Business Solutions, Phil Anderson, discusses the importance of embracing AI in business. Anderson is an experienced technology delivery and sales leader who is fulfilled by helping clients create more profitable, sustainable businesses through technology adoption. In this interview, Anderson outlines how new innovations in the AI industry can benefit South African businesses. Anderson then discusses the most

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00:27:00

Andrew Allison, CCO at Red & Yellow, on the current...

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2023/11/28

In this What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Andrew Allison – CCO of Red & Yellow Creative School of Business – explains how educators can keep up with the latest trends. Allison is a Chartered Management Accountant with a keen interest in the intersection of technology and marketing with education, transformation, and diversity. Allison begins the interview by explaining what it means for educators to be ‘looking around the corner’ and detailing how tertiary educators can be future fit. He

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00:26:14

JustSolve’s Botha van der Vyver on hyper-automation...

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2023/11/28

In this What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Botha van der Vyver — Founder and CEO of JustSolve — discusses how AI and low-code solutions accelerate digital transformation. Van der Vyver is a software developer with over two decades of industry experience. In this interview, Van der Vyver explains what low-code is and highlights the emerging trends and market disruptions produced by low-code and AI solutions. He then discusses the value of implementing AI and low-code development in a

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00:26:44

Nedbank’s Vishal Maharaj on the success of the...

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2023/11/27

In this episode of What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou, Vishal Maharaj – Beyond Banking Divisional Executive at Nedbank – discusses the Nedbank Avo SuperShop app. Maharaj is a founding member of Nedbank Avo SuperShop and recognises the importance of delivering extraordinary, data-driven customer experience. Maharaj begins the interview by highlighting the success of Nedbank Avo SuperShop app since its launch three years ago. He explains how the app has evolved during this time and what sets it apart

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00:25:19

SolarAfrica CEO David McDonald discusses electricity...

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2023/11/14

In this episode of What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou, David McDonald — co-founder and CEO of SolarAfrica — discusses electricity wheeling and the positive impact it can have on the South African energy landscape. McDonald boasts over 17 years of experience in the power industry, and his technical expertise and hands-on approach have been instrumental to SolarAfrica’s success. In this interview, McDonald unpacks the basics of electricity wheeling and details the types of businesses that will benefit

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00:35:56

OADC CEO Dr Ayotunde Coker explains how better data...

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2023/11/13

In this What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Dr Ayotunde Coker — CEO of Open Access Data Centres (OADC) — discusses how better data centres can drive digital transformation in South Africa. Coker is one of the leading figures in the African data centre industry and is the chairperson of the influential Africa Data Centres Association industry group. In this interview, Coker unpacks what makes OADC different to its competitors and explains how this allows it to power digital transformation in

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00:23:33

TiAuto Investments CEO Alex Taplin on the success of...

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2023/11/08

In this What’s Next in Motoring interview, Alex Taplin — TiAuto Investments Group CEO — talks to Aki Anastasiou about Tiger Wheel & Tyre and its successful business model. Taplin has been with TiAuto Investments for over 25 years, during which time the group has expanded its operations across South Africa. In this interview, Taplin talks about one of TiAuto Investments’ most popular brands, Tiger Wheel & Tyre. He explains how Tiger Wheel & Tyre has generated a strong brand image, which has helped

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00:21:20

Melio AI CEO Merelda Wu on how businesses can benefit...

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2023/11/07

In this What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Merelda Wu – Co-Founder and CEO of Melio AI – unpacks the services her business offers and explains how South African businesses can benefit from AI and machine learning (ML). Wu is an ML evangelist who holds a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from Wits University. In this interview, Wu explains what Melio AI does and which client segments it focuses on. She unpacks the major benefits businesses enjoy from building their own enterprise ML

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00:20:14

Paratus co-founders unpack the company’s 20 years of...

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2023/10/27

In this episode of What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou, Barney Harmse, Rolf Mendelsohn, and Schalk Erasmus – the three co-founders of Paratus – reflect on the company’s 20 years of success in the telecommunications industry. Barney Harmse is the Executive Chairman of the Paratus Group and has guided the company to become a major telecommunications player with a substantial footprint in Africa. He also boasts a unique skill for spotting talent, which has allowed Paratus to grow rapidly. Rolf

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00:21:43

Managing Director Nicholas Viljoen unpacks Wheel...

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2023/10/26

In this What’s Next in Motoring interview, Aki Anastasiou speaks to Nicholas Viljoen – Managing Director of Wheel Collision – to discuss the services the business offers to South Africans. Viljoen previously worked as the Group Commercial Manager for Faircity Hotels and Apartments, before joining TiAuto Investments in 2018. In this interview, Viljoen begins by unpacking the services that Wheel Collision offers, including its Mobile Mag Medic solution. He discusses what makes Wheel Collision’s

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00:21:07

Prasanth Seevnarayan on what sets Honeywell solar...

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2023/10/03

In this What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Prasanth Seevnarayan — CEO of One World Communication — discusses how One World Communication, ARTSolar, and Honeywell have partnered to manufacture solar panels in South Africa. A visionary South African entrepreneur, Seevnarayan has founded and led many successful businesses across several industries. In this interview, Seevnarayan discusses how a partnership between One World Communication, ARTSolar, and Honeywell will enable the trio to

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00:09:57

MTN South Africa CTO Rami Farah explains how MTN won...

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2023/09/26

In this What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Rami Farah — CTO of MTN South Africa — discusses how MTN won the 2023 MyBroadband Best Mobile Voice Network award. Farah has worked at MTN for over 20 years, during which time he has served as CTO in multiple regions — including Uganda, Rwanda, Liberia, and Iran. In this What’s Next interview, Farah discusses MTN winning the 2023 MyBroadband Best Mobile Voice Network award and explains what it takes to earn this accolade. He then expands on how

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00:18:09

Phillips MD Romulen Pillay Discusses The Philips...

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2023/09/18

Phillips MD Romulen Pillay Discusses The Philips Future Health Index by What's Next

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00:11:40

Infobip’s Brighton Chidoma Explains Why RCS Is Better...

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2023/09/15

In this episode of What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou, Infobip’s Senior Client Success Executive, Brighton Chidoma, discusses the benefits of RCS (Rich Communication Services) over SMS. Chidoma is an experienced software development executive and digital marketing expert who is passionate about customer success management. In this interview, Chidoma talks about Infobip’s RCS offering. He explains what RCS is, what benefits it offers, and why it is better than SMS. Chidoma then unpacks how Infobip

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00:10:32

Kedibone Chuene explains how Liberty is solving the...

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2023/09/04

In this What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Kedibone Chuene — Chief Specialist of Risk Product Marketing at Liberty — discusses how Liberty is assisting women to enjoy the full benefits of insurance. Chuene boasts over 16 years of industry experience, having worked at organisations such as m-Cubed, Alexander Forbes, Guardrisk, and Nedbank. In this What’s Next interview, Chuene explains the importance of differentiating between men and women when discussing insurance trends. She then

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00:21:44

Raymond Wright unpacks the value Microsoft provides...

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2023/09/04

In this What’s Next interview, Aki Anastasiou meets with Raymond Wright, the founder and CEO of Network Alliance, to discuss the value of Microsoft Modern Workplace and the security benefits associated with using Microsoft 365 Defender. Wright founded Network Alliance in 1995 and has grown the business to become a leading provider of professional and scalable IT solutions to organisations across the world. In this What’s Next interview, Wright explains how businesses can benefit from Microsoft’s

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00:31:08

Jaguar TCS Team Principal James Barclay discusses the...

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2023/08/30

In this What’s Next in Motoring interview, James Barclay — Jaguar TCS Racing Team Principal and the Managing Director of JLR Motorsport — discusses Jaguar’s presence in Formula E with Aki Anastasiou. Barclay was appointed team director for Jaguar’s Formula E programme in November 2015 and has managed the British brand’s exciting return to motorsport in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Over the last eight years, Barclay has overseen the growth of Jaguar TCS Racing into a race-winning

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00:12:40

Lisa Wright unpacks Africa’s first and only NaaS,...

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2023/08/24

In this episode of What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou, Lisa Wright – Ecosystem Partner Manager at Console Connect – discusses why Console Connect is a great Network-as-a-Service solution for businesses looking to transform their operations. Wright is a seasoned IT professional whose strategic prowess has been instrumental in establishing and expanding PCCW Global’s ecosystem – including Console Connect. In her interview, Wright unpacks what the Console Connect Network-as-a-Service solution

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00:18:07

Mazda Southern Africa MD Craig Roberts on the CX-60’s...

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2023/08/23

In this What’s Next in Motoring interview, Craig Roberts – MD of Mazda Southern Africa – joins Aki Anastasiou in-studio to discuss the new Mazda CX-60. Roberts has worked for Mazda Southern Africa since 2014, where he served as the Head of Sales until taking on his current role as MD in 2017. He uses his passion for the automotive industry to promote Mazda’s challenger spirit and its reputation for groundbreaking innovation. In this interview, Roberts talks about the superior driving experience

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00:21:40

Africa Data Centres Executive Dr Angus Hay on the...

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2023/08/15

In this episode of What’s Next in Cloud with Aki Anastasiou, Dr Angus Hay – the African Data Centres Regional Executive for South Africa – discusses the rise in data collection by African businesses. In his current role, Dr Hay oversees all the commercial and operational development of Africa Data Centres’ facilities in Johannesburg and Cape Town. He is also the current Director of the Number Portability Company. In his episode of What’s Next in Cloud, Dr Hay unpacks how quickly the volumes of

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