business partners gives a thumbs up for its vip treatment
Local risk financing company Business Partners has been able to enjoy the benefits of a virtually paperless system as a result of implementing a Softline VIP solution. The company, which invests in entrepreneurs by providing risk financing for small and medium enterprises, now operates efficiently and effectively without paper, saving the company money and being eco-friendly at the same time.
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softline vip helps ease the load at cansa
The Cancer Association of South Africa’s (CANSA)’s new payroll system from Softline VIP is helping to free up human resources staff to deal more with their people than with administration issues.
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namibian mobile telecommunication giant, MTC selects premier hr from softline vip
Just week’s ahead of its official Premier HR launch in Namibia, Softline VIP secured its first Namibian-based customer, Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC), the largest mobile telecommunications company in Namibia providing cellular access with over 1,3 million active subscribers.
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a quick overview of the 2010/2011 tax changes
This is a quick recap of the changes applicable to 2010/2011, including the changes announced in the budget speech made on 17 February 2010.
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VIP in the media
Sandra Swanepoel, Sales Director of Softline VIP, speaks to Tony Blewitt on Classic FM.
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a quick overview of the 2010/2011 tax changes
This is a quick recap of the changes applicable to 2010/2011, including the changes announced in the budget speech made on 17 February 2010.
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keeping up with SARS changes
At the beginning of every year, as tax season approaches, SARS makes important changes to tax administration. Many companies are unaware of these changes, and many only adjust their own processes too late. “To benefit from the new SARS changes, companies should make sure they are prepared for the submission and informed about the process they need to follow,” says Karen Schmikl, tax legislation specialist at Softline VIP.
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a wise manager shares the good, the bad and the ugly
Businesses around the world are facing uncertainty as a result of the global economic crisis. Now, more than ever, employees need reassurance; affirmation from top management which supports the ability of the organisation’s business model to weather the downturn. Anton van Heerden, MD of Softline VIP, is a champion of open and honest communication in addressing employees’ concerns. An ostrich mentality, he says, will only work with mediocre employees. To retain prime talent, you need to face reality – together and head on.
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your money-maker can’t function without the necessary cogs
Opting to start your own business certainly offers a sense of freedom and power, and allows you to determine your own income. MD of Softline VIP, Anton van Heerden, believes one of the cornerstones of success is having the right systems in place – from day one. Without the proper insight into your business, its processes, and its people, the next sale you make may very well be that of your own business. Here he discusses some of the fundamental mechanisms which can help a new business thrive.
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placing the new companies act under the spotlight
South Africa’s new Companies Act, 71 of 2008, which is expected to be come into operation on 1 July 2010, brings changes which will affect every existing company, its directors, and shareholders. Softline VIP has been at the forefront of educating businesses about the new Act through a series of seminars across the country, facilitated by the author of The New Companies Act Manual, Piet Delport.
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it pays to look beyond the bells and whistles
No matter what type of business you’re running, payroll is an essential monthly activity involving complexities related to calculations, deductions and statutory regulations. Yes, buying good payroll software to manage this in-house saves a lot of money. However, even more important is the legislative knowledge a small business will receive from a reputable payroll provider.
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employee self service
VIP’s new Employee Self Service Module is a Web-based application that is fully integrated with VIP’s Human Resources and Payroll System. In the ever-changing environment of managing staff, VIP’s Employee Self Service application has proven to be an asset in reducing labour intensive capturing of leave transactions and personal details. Employee Self Service empowers staff to maintain their personal details, apply for leave and view Payslips and IRP5’s in a paperless environment.
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