Recommended Strategy: The Phased Approach
We recommend starting with Phase 1 (Financials) to establish a solid foundation and achieve a quick win. Subsequent phases build upon this success, minimising risk and allowing your team to adapt incrementally.
Sage X3 Financials
Establish a solid financial foundation with core GL, AP, AR, and banking capabilities. The quickest win for TRT.
- Core Financials (GL, AP, AR)
- Purchasing & Fixed Assets
- Cash & Banking Management
- Budgeting & Reporting
- 5 Users Included
Year 1 Investment
R 396,844
~$21,451
Sage X3 Distribution
Integrate procurement, inventory, and sales for end-to-end supply chain visibility and control.
- Advanced Inventory Control
- Sales Order Management
- Enhanced Purchasing
- Customer Service
- Upgrade from Phase 1
Upgrade Cost
R 261,123
~$14,115
Calculate Your Potential Savings
Implementing a modern ERP system like Sage X3 isn't just a cost—it's an investment that pays for itself. Use our interactive calculator to estimate the annual financial impact of improved operational efficiency and reduced manual administration.
- Reduce inventory holding costs by 10-20%
- Cut manual data entry time by up to 40%
- Eliminate stockouts and lost sales opportunities
Estimate your potential annual savings with Sage X3 & Sage 300 People.
Enter your approximate annual turnover.
Expected improvement in inventory, procurement, and waste reduction (Industry avg: 10-20%).
Time saved on manual reporting, data entry, and reconciliation across the team.
Operational Savings
R 750 000
Labour Productivity
R 728 000
Total Estimated Annual Savings
R 1 478 000
*Estimated ROI based on industry standards. Actual results may vary.
Proven Success in Logistics & Operations
See how leading South African organizations are transforming their operations with Sage X3 and Sage 300 People.
"Automation has resulted in significant cost savings and given the company competitive edge, as a fully connected supply chain that utilises EDI means it can receive, process, deliver and invoice in very tight timeframes."
Darling Romery
FMCG Logistics
Key Win: 1,500+ daily orders automated
"Sage is the backbone that allows us to scale rapidly without sacrificing control or compliance. It grows with us, adapting to our evolving needs across multiple countries."
Raylene Pitt
Head of People, Hungry Lion
Key Win: Scalable multi-country HR & Payroll
"The user-friendly and cloud-based nature of Sage is a non-negotiable factor needed by every SME business in today’s times. Sage gives the ultimate overview of business finances."
Rehan Pretorius
Head of Finance, Seabourne Logistics
Key Win: 360-degree financial overview
Strategic Enhancements
Optional add-ons to supercharge your digital ecosystem with AI, advanced analytics, and seamless integration.
Select any optional solutions below to include them in your custom PDF proposal.
LeverageFlo AI
AI-powered CRM & Marketing Automation. Capture leads, automate follow-ups, and close more deals.
Total Year 1
R 211,000
DataBlend iPaaS
Enterprise integration platform. Connect Sage X3 to any application with pre-built connectors.
Total Year 1
R 205,000
Datarails FP&A
Excel-native financial planning & analysis. Automate reporting and forecasting from Sage X3 data.
Total Year 1
R 275,000
PopDock
Data virtualisation platform. Access and analyse data across all systems without ETL complexity.
Total Year 1
R 100,000
Solution Comparison
Detailed breakdown of investment and inclusions for each phase.
| Feature / Criteria | Sage X3 Financials | Sage X3 Distribution | Sage X3 Manufacturing | Sage 300 People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Core Financial Management | Supply Chain & Inventory | Production, Projects & Maintenance | HR & Payroll |
| Key Modules | GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Purchasing, Budgeting | All Financials + Sales, Inventory, Customer Service | All Distribution + Manufacturing, PJM, Maintenance | Personnel, Payroll, Performance, Equity, ESS |
| Users Included | 5 Users (3 Full, 2 Ops) | 5 Users (4 Full, 1 Ops) | 5 Users (3 Full, 2 Ops) | 251-300 Employees |
| Annual License (ZAR) | R 116,844 | R 160,967 | R 362,825 | R 270,000 |
| Implementation (ZAR) | R 280,000 | R 217,000 | R 372,000 | R 148,800 |
| Total Year 1 (ZAR) | R 396,844 | R 377,967 | R 734,825 | R 418,800 |
| Total Year 1 (USD) | ~$21,451 | ~$20,431 | ~$39,720 | ~$22,638 |
* All prices exclusive of VAT (15%)
Seamless Upgrade Path
TRT only pays the difference in licensing costs when upgrading between phases. Your investment grows with your needs, ensuring no wasted capital.
Phase 1 → Phase 2
Upgrade from Financials to Distribution
R 44,123 License Diff.
Phase 2 → Phase 3
Upgrade from Distribution to Manufacturing
R 201,858 License Diff.