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Zawya
02-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
How businesses in Africa are finally closing the efficiency gap?
In today's economy, businesses lose up to 30% of revenue annually due to inefficiencies stemming from outdated systems and manual processes. Across Africa, enterprises are particularly overwhelmed by complexity, managing an average of 45 to 75 disconnected IT tools, while automation remains underutilised. However, this is changing rapidly. At the forefront of change is the adoption and deployment of IT automation solutions. These tools and systems automate repetitive tasks and manual processes, reduce errors, and streamline operations and workflows. In South Africa, Think Tank Software Solutions [TTSS] is at the forefront of this shift, partnering with global automation leaders such as Docusign, Workato, and Zapier. Case studies indicate that these automation tools can help African businesses cut turnaround times by up to 80%, reduce manual tasks by 80%, and boost ROI by as much as 291%. 'As businesses across the continent face growing pressure to do more with less, automation isn't just a cost-saver; it's a competitive edge,' says Greg Strydom, Managing Director at TTSS. 'Our partnerships with leading platforms allow us to deliver secure, scalable, and simplified operations that drive measurable impact across HR, sales, procurement, and IT. Three Powerhouse Platforms Enabling Real-World Transformation Docusign: Compliance, Contracts & Speed 82% of agreements are completed in less than a day; 49% in under 15 minutes. Automating agreement workflows leads to an 80% faster turnaround, 40% lower processing times, and significantly improved audit compliance. TTSS uses Docusign to transform contract lifecycle management and reduce friction in high-risk environments. Workato: No-Code Integration at Scale 3+ billion workflows automated per month across 11,000+ companies. Delivers 291% average ROI over 3 years (Forrester TEI Report). Enables 'citizen automation' by empowering business users to build powerful integrations, no dev required. TTSS uses Workato to connect finance, HR, and CRM systems, reducing IT backlogs and boosting enterprise agility. Zapier: Lightweight, Instant Automation Trusted by 3.4 million+ businesses, supporting over 8,000 app integrations. Users report 40% productivity increases and a 38% drop in data entry time. TTSS leverages Zapier for fast, affordable automation across SMEs and fast-scaling startups. Automation That Fits the African Business Landscape Whether it's a large financial institution handling global contracts or a startup that automates lead capture, TTSS has made automation accessible, secure, and scalable across the continent for over a decade. The firm's custom automation strategies decrease IT complexity while ensuring compliance and operational resilience. 'Automation is not a luxury, it's the lever for sustainable growth and digital transformation,' concludes Strydom. 'With the right solution and partner who understands how to implement efficiently and effectively, African businesses can move faster, serve customers better, and build truly modern operations. And that's what we strive to do here at TTSS – make Africa perform at a global level.' About Think Tank Software Solutions (TTSS) Think Tank Software Solutions (TTSS) has been a leading provider of enterprise software solutions since 2010. Specialising in Ivanti products, Think Tank Software Solutions helps businesses automate IT operations, enhance digital experiences, and improve business outcomes. With a focus on tailored, strategic guidance and end-to-end support, Think Tank Software Solutions (TTSS) collaborates with clients to create custom solutions that align with their goals. As South Africa's only Ivanti Premier Partner, TTSS offers exclusive expertise and industry-leading solutions that empower businesses to stay competitive and efficient in an evolving digital landscape.
Zawya
20-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Rewiring enterprise IT for simpler, smarter, and more flexible operations
By Greg Strydom, Managing Director at Think Tank Software When I'm asked why more Chief Information Officers are turning to Ivanti, I usually start with the numbers: 80% faster ticket resolution through automation 30–40% lower software licence costs via tool consolidation 94% patch compliance in under 10 days 480+ IT staff hours saved per month These aren't just metrics. These reflect a broader shift in enterprise IT: the urgent need for simplification. Enterprises today are overwhelmed. The average organisation now manages between 45 and 75 separate IT tools. According to Ivanti's Tech at Work 2024 report, 71% of IT and security teams say their tech stack is too complex. This is not just eating into budgets; it's damaging agility, security, and the overall employee experience. Ivanti is the reset button. At Think Tank Software Solutions, we've seen firsthand how Ivanti helps enterprises in South Africa simplify their digital environments by merging IT Service Management (ITSM), Unified Endpoint Management (UEM), cybersecurity, and Digital Employee Experience (DEX) into one intelligent, integrated platform. One Platform. Multiple Wins. A recent IDC study revealed that legacy tools consume 70% of IT budgets.³ Ivanti addresses this by consolidating fragmented systems into a single pane of glass, improving visibility, reducing costs, and streamlining support. In one engagement, a client replaced 15 overlapping tools, cut licence fees by 35%, and improved service levels within six months. Built for Flexible Work Ivanti's 2024 report shows that 1 in 3 employees believe their company isn't adequately prepared for remote work. That's a sentiment we've encountered across multiple industries and helped resolve. Through Ivanti, we've enabled: Onboarding times reduced from 90 minutes to under 10 Incident response times cut by 62% Secure, scalable onboarding for remote teams Security That Doesn't Burn Out Your Team 74% of IT leaders now feel more vulnerable than ever before.⁴ Ivanti's self-healing capabilities and automated patch management dramatically reduce risk—without overwhelming your internal teams. In a financial services deployment we led: Security risk exposure dropped by 70% Silent IT failures were identified and resolved automatically, before users raised a single ticket Why Think Tank Software Solutions? As South Africa's only Ivanti Premier Partner, we don't just implement solutions, we align them to your business strategy. Our approach is consultative, agile, and ROI-driven. What we've delivered for our clients: 40% fewer support tickets within three months 3x improvement in compliance across endpoints 6–9x ROI in the first year Less Noise. More Orchestration. Ivanti isn't just another IT tool, it's an orchestration layer. It brings your entire digital ecosystem into sync, enabling IT teams to work smarter, respond faster, and drive measurable business value. In a future defined by how seamlessly everything connects, Ivanti leads. And we help our clients lead with it. About the Author Greg Strydom is the Managing Director of Think Tank Software Solutions, South Africa's only Ivanti Premier Partner. He leads a team of enterprise IT specialists focused on enabling resilience, automation, and digital transformation across the continent. About Think Tank Software Solutions (TTSS) Think Tank Software Solutions (TTSS) has been a leading provider of enterprise software solutions since 2010. Specialising in Ivanti products, Think Tank Software Solutions helps businesses automate IT operations, enhance digital experiences, and improve business outcomes. With a focus on tailored, strategic guidance and end-to-end support, Think Tank Software Solutions (TTSS) collaborates with clients to create custom solutions that align with their goals. As South Africa's only Ivanti Premier Partner, TTSS offers exclusive expertise and industry-leading solutions that empower businesses to stay competitive and efficient in an evolving digital landscape. Copyright © 2022 - All materials can be used freely, indicating the origin Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
