Concern for the environment is shaping up as one of the major issues in 2007 as companies and individuals alike become aware of the urgent need for green reform. 

IT has a crucial role to play in the continued growth of the South African economy. 

South Africa continues as a strategic market for ICT vendors as many of them view this country as a vital springboard into Africa. 

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the lifeblood of South Africa, not only as a significant employer but also making up at least half of the country's GDP (gross domestic product). 

This year, the international IFIP TC3 Information Security conference and exhibition will run alongside Futurex & Equip, giving visitors the opportunity to learn more about the vital security aspect of IT while enjoying the full spread of experiences offered by the full exhibition. 

Security is, without doubt, emerging as one of the most important elements in IT planning and implementation. 

Anyone who still questions the relevance of the IT trade show hasn’t been keeping up to date with the huge successes that events like Computex, CeBit and the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) have notched up.