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HR Tech Isn’t the Problem. Change Management Is.
A conversation with Ancel Draai, Senior Director, Growth – HRP (Human Resource & Payroll Services), UKIA Most HR and payroll rollouts don’t fail because of the software. They fail because teams weren’t ready to change. That’s the core message from Ancel Draai, Senior Director of Growth at Sage. After years of leading implementation across industries,…
Read MoreImplementation Isn’t a Checkbox. It’s a Relationship
A conversation with Jeff Ryan, Senior Director of Growth, ERP – UKIAof TydeCo™ (formerly AWCape) Too many ERP rollouts stop at go-live. The system is technically working, the config matches the brief, the project is “done.” But the business? Still confused. Still running Excel workarounds. Still underwhelmed. Jeff Ryan has seen it happen more times…
Read MoreReady to Scale? Your Systems Should Be Too
A Conversation with Jeff Ryan, Senior Director of Growth, ERP – UKIA of TydeCo™ (formerly AWCape) Growth is exciting—until your systems can’t keep up. Manual processes slow down momentum. Disconnected tools create chaos. And finance teams end up fixing problems instead of driving strategy. Jeff Ryan, Managing Director of TydeCo™, has seen it all. From…
Read MoreIf HR’s in a Silo, So Are You
A conversation with Ancel Draai, Senior Director, Growth – HRP (Human Resource & Payroll Services), UKIA When companies talk about scaling, they usually start with sales. But behind every growth curve is a people problem—hiring faster than you can onboard, managing teams across locations, and trying to lead culture from a spreadsheet. Ancel Draai sees…
Read MoreThe New Shape of HR and Payroll: From Admin to Strategic Engine
A Conversation with Ancel Draai, Senior Director, Growth – HRP (Human Resource & Payroll Services), UKIA HR and payroll used to be the backstage crew. Quiet. Administrative. Necessary but not exactly headline material. Not anymore. In 2025, your people systems are either driving business growth—or dragging you into chaos. Yet, too many companies are still…
Read MoreFrom Gut Feel to Data-Driven Decisions
CEO of TydeCo, Matt Lescault, has seen many businesses stumble during growth simply because their infrastructure couldn’t handle the strain. In this interview, Matt breaks down the key areas where businesses often go wrong and explains how reliable, integrated systems create full transparency across your HR and finance teams to alleviate the need for forced,…
Read MoreERP Isn’t Just Software: It’s Your Business Narrative
A Conversation with Jeff Ryan, Senior Director of Growth, ERP – UKIA, TydeCo™ (formerly AWCape) ERP has a long history. Complicated. Clunky. Built for IT departments, not business leaders. But that version of ERP is fast becoming a thing of the past. Jeff Ryan sees it differently. For him, ERP isn’t just about systems and…
Read MoreHow TydeCo™ Scales With Clients—Not Burnout
As customer Success Manager at TydeCo™, Debbie Denler has helped create an outsource accounting model that evolves with clients while also avoiding team burn out. In this interview, she reveals how TydeCo™ is able to stay responsive and reduce risk, all while building stronger client partnerships along the way. The Evolution of Client Advisory Services…
Read MoreThe Future of Finance: Where Are We Headed?
Matt Lescault, CEO of TydeCo™ (formerly LWI & AWCape) and co-host of The Unofficial Sage Intacct Podcast, has witnessed first-hand how the finance industry is evolving in real-time. In his view, businesses that adapt are pulling ahead. Those that don’t? Well, let’s just say spreadsheets won’t save them. We’ve seen how AI is impacting the…
Read MoreHow to: Prepare Your HR & Payroll for a Stress-Free Tax Year-End
As the calendar flips to a new year, many businesses find themselves gearing up for the looming Tax Year-End (TYE). For payroll and HR teams, this period is often marked by tight deadlines, intricate compliance requirements, and hours spent poring over numbers to avoid costly penalties. Sound familiar? But here’s the good news: with the…
Read MoreYour Guide to a Stress-Free Tax Year-End Process
Tax Year-End (TYE) often comes with its fair share of challenges, but with the right preparation, you can manage it effectively and avoid unnecessary stress. Whether you’re processing payroll for a small team or a larger workforce, staying compliant with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) requirements is crucial to avoid penalties and ensure everything…
Read MoreTrends: Navigating the Future of Financial Management
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and finance solutions are evolving faster than ever before. Also, new technologies and shifting workplace demands are driving CFOs and financial managers to rethink their approach to digital transformation. Below are key trends shaping ERP and finance solutions for 2025 and beyond, highlighting how these developments are set to transform the…
Read MoreWhat’s Next for HR & Payroll? Top Trends to Watch in 2025
The HR and payroll landscape is transforming at an exceptional pace, shaped by new technologies, a heightened focus on employee wellbeing, and a drive for efficiency and agility. For businesses to stay competitive, they must understand and adapt to these shifts. Here are some key HR and payroll trends that South African companies should be…
Read MoreTydeCo™: Simplifying Finance, Transforming the Future
What happens when three industry leaders join forces? You get TydeCo™ —a bold new player in global financial solutions, created to simplify complex financial systems. TydeCo™ was created through the collaboration of Lescault & Walderman, AWCape, and Applico, uniting decades of expertise with a shared vision. This isn’t just a rebrand—it marks a transformative step…
Read MoreChange Management – Common pitfalls to avoid
By Jeff Ryan, Senior Director of Growth, ERP – UKIA for TydeCo™, an award-winning Sage Platinum business partner If you’re running a business, you may have felt that being in business is like a churning sea of change. Every day it seems there are new technological advancements. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming industries, while…
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