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He cites Softline's acquisition this year of Netcash - a secure, online transaction processing service, which is easily integrated into Sage ERP Accpac and Sage CRM for debit orders and company information. “The demand for connected services will continue to grow as Internet access becomes easier and more affordable, but solutions must be transparent to the user and literally be plugged in and usable,” explains Fenner.

2010 was a tough year from an economic standpoint, and business slowed again during the World Cup this year as we all enjoyed the spectacle. As a result, Fenner says companies are exercising caution and taking the time to complete all due diligence work before making any major decisions. Companies expect more prototypes and develop a solid understanding of how any solution will improve their business process before taking decisions.

Overall, the IT industry continues to move at fast pace in terms of cloud and connected services. Our customers are starting to reap the benefits of our technology investments years ago and have started to quickly and easily embrace our extended product suites like CRM, business intelligence and connected services. We are pleased to be leading the technology curve as all the hard work is paying off, concludes Fenner.

Softline Accpac is a provider of business management solutions including financial, distribution, service management, retail, warehouse management, manufacturing and CRM to the mid-range market. Accpac solutions are delivered to 130 countries exclusively through a global network of solution providers, including over 150 throughout Africa. Softline Accpac's product line includes: Accpac ERP, Accpac CRM, Accpac RMS, Service Manager and Accpac Insight. Softline Accpac also distributes Sage ERP X3, a full-service enterprise management software system for mid-to-large businesses. With a choice of languages, currencies, enterprises, locations and legislations, Sage ERP X3 offers an efficient, multi-company solution.

Leading provider of accounting

Softline is a leading provider of accounting, payroll, CRM and ERP software solutions to small, medium and large sized companies. Founded in 1988 by Ivan Epstein, Alan Osrin and Steven Cohen, Softline was established during the formative years of the software industry and listed on the JSE Securities Exchange South Africa in February 1997. Softline expanded to establish a strong position within its area of focus in South Africa and Australia. Focused on the development of accounting, payroll, CRM and ERP software solutions, Softline has a 20-year track record as a market leader. The group has a broad range of products offering users a variety of software solutions to run their businesses efficiently. Softline's leading brands include Softline Accpac, Softline Enterprise, Softline Pastel and Softline VIP. The combination of the group's product offerings provide Softline customers with comprehensive, well-branded accounting, payroll, CRM and ERP software solutions. In November 2003, Softline was acquired by the Sage Group, a FTSE 100 company. The software group includes market-leading businesses throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, South Africa and Australia, supplying business software to the small, medium and large sized business community. Softline has a solid track record of profitability and cash generation. The group delivers quality accounting, payroll, CRM and ERP software solutions that improve the efficiencies of businesses around the world.