It really is remarkable how modern communication technology is changing the way we do things. Information technology features in so many of our day to day tasks that it comes as no surprise that we have found ways in-which to use our mobile phones to secure our premises and manage employees. SMS Alert Technology takes us one step closer to realising the ideal of "smart buildings" in which all electronic implements are controlled remotely by a single device. In September 2000, Hosken Consolidated Investments (Pty) Limited, (HCI), was secured as a black empowerment shareholder. HCI is one of the largest black empowerment companies listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. HCI owns in excess of 60% of Limtech.