CIBIS launches Xpect, a new Enterprise Cloud Platform filling the gap for SMEs

CIBIS International are proud to launch their new Enterprise Cloud Platform, 'Xpect', which experts are saying fills a gap in the business management software market.

Xpect is being seen as a viable alternative to a full-blown ERP and offers businesses a contemporary, customisable, affordable 'whole of business' solution to managing every part of the business.

CIBIS considered the cloud accounting system (plus add-ons model), but research showed that SMEs were looking for a single end-to-end business solution.
 

To increase efficiencies and adapt to rapidly changing customer needs and expectations, some businesses have adopted this software add-ons model. The model relies on plugins, apps, custom routines and IT integration expertise. It can, however, create more complexity, risk and fragmentation. It can also increase initial setup, ongoing support and licensing costs.

CIBIS International's General Manager Mr Tony Heitmeyer said he's thrilled to be releasing Xpect to the market. "We know a big dilemma for SMEs is knowing when to migrate away from an SME accounting system, with multiple software add-ons.

"Many SMEs consider the move to a global ERP system, but it's not a feasible option for most small to medium size businesses, given cost and time to implement. We think SMEs need a practical 'fit for purpose' alternative to an ERP, which is why we developed Xpect," Tony said.

The Xpect platform brings together all business's operations into one system, enabling the management, communication and reporting of information across every business function. This includes finance, payroll, marketing, sales, website, human resources and operations. Xpect is designed to improve business process efficiency, reduce costs and eliminate the burden of handling fragmented systems.

Leading Australian independent business software advisor, Matt Paff, Principal at Value Adders says Xpect has targeted a gap in the market.

"I often talk about the SMERP Dilemma, the chasm that exists between SME solutions like Xero and MYOB AR and ERP systems like MYOB Advanced, NetSuite and Microsoft Dynamics. Xpect is one of the few products I've seen that targets this gap in the market. An end-to-end solution with the usability of SME systems without the need for add-ons and the broad functionality most often only found in ERP but at a price point that most growing SMEs can afford.

"Xpect surprises with a broad cross-section of functionality. From eCommerce to Accounting, Payroll to Job management, Inventory control to CRM - not something you expect in a solution priced for SMEs," Matt commented.

Having all these functions and features together in one system gives businesses greater control and visibility of their operations, enabling better relationships with customers and increased business growth. It also creates a seamless pathway to digitally transforming and automating a business, giving it a competitive edge.

John Brown, Managing Director of Orange Clothing Company has uses Xpect in his business and said, "I could see it would take another five products to do the whole job and I didn't want that sort of IT complexity. I wanted the reverse - something that would do the job and was easy for staff to use".
 

A business management system like Xpect is an integral part of any business. Being able to see a consolidated picture of your finances and operations in real time, enables business owners and managers to be agile and make more informed business decisions.