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Times 3 Technologies Achieves Sage ‘Platinum Elite’ Status

Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) represent more than 90% of global enterprises and contribute to 50% of worldwide employment. Despite their significant role in the economy, many SMBs face difficulties in modernising their operations, managing finances effectively, and staying competitive in an ever-evolving market. Times 3 Technologies (T3T), a prominent South African business solutions provider,

Times 3 Technologies Achieves Sage ‘Platinum Elite’ Status

Times 3 Technologies Achieves Sage ‘Platinum Elite’ Status

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Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) represent more than 90% of global enterprises and contribute to 50% of worldwide employment. Despite their significant role in the economy, many SMBs face difficulties in modernising their operations, managing finances effectively, and staying competitive in an ever-evolving market.

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Times 3 Technologies (T3T), a prominent South African business solutions provider, has earned prestigious recognition for its efforts to address these challenges. The company has been awarded the coveted ‘Platinum Elite’ status by Sage, a global leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology. This prestigious designation is reserved for just 25 partners globally, recognising outstanding performance in customer service, innovation, and sales.

In addition to this, T3T has been named Sage’s ‘Top Partner’ for the Middle East, Africa, and Indian Ocean Islands region, a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to providing tailored, flexible, and powerful business solutions that help SMBs modernise and remain competitive. This recognition further highlights T3T’s role in driving business growth and innovation in diverse markets.

According to Derk Bleeker, Chief Commercial Officer at Sage, “The winners of the Sage Platinum Club Awards for Partners exemplify what it means to drive growth and innovation in partnership with Sage. These partners consistently harness our cutting-edge technology and partner program to create new revenue opportunities and deliver solutions that meet the ever-changing needs of customers. Their dedication accelerates their success, strengthens the partner ecosystem, and contributes to our shared vision for sustainable long-term growth.”

Stephen Howe, Director of Times 3 Technologies (T3T), expressed his pride in receiving the ‘Platinum Elite’ distinction, saying, “We are honoured to be awarded ‘Platinum Elite’ status by Sage once again. This achievement is a direct reflection of our team’s dedication to providing innovative and reliable solutions that help businesses streamline their operations and achieve long-term success. Our partnership with Sage enables us to offer SMBs in South Africa and beyond the tools they need to grow, remain competitive, and enhance financial management. We are excited to continue our collaboration with Sage to empower businesses and support sustainable growth.”

The Sage Platinum Club Awards highlight the crucial role that partners like T3T play in Sage’s mission to empower SMBs worldwide. This recognition underscores the importance of strategic partnerships in helping SMBs overcome challenges and adapt to shifting global economic conditions.

As global markets continue to evolve, collaborations such as the one between T3T and Sage are essential in supporting SMBs to stay resilient, modernise operations, and remain competitive in a fast-paced business environment.

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Greg Stewart

Reporting for Business Tech Africa on the funding, tools and strategy shaping the continent's founders and SMEs.

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