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YOUR PEOPLE - OUR BUSINESS

Fanatically supporting businesses in managing their biggest asset - thei

YOUR PEOPLE - OUR BUSINESS

NOVA has been fanatically supporting our clients in managing their biggest asset - their people - since 2005 and offers customised solutions, managed by their professionally accredited team in the following areas;

- Business Payroll Outsourcing, incl. integrated Employee Self-Service (ESS) & HR modules

- HR Consulting Services, incl. HR Transact™ (Virtual HR Back-Office), Outsourced HR / Consulting Retainers & HR Projects (Role Design, Performance Management, Employment Equity Reporting, Workplace Skills Plans etc)

- Labour Law Services, incl. EmployerAssist™ (24/7 Labour Support), Labour Law Support Retainers & CCMA representation

- Authorised Sage Payroll & HR Partner, incl. sales, support, cloud hosting & consulting on Sage 300 People and Sage Business Cloud Payroll Professional

- B-BBEE Support Services, incl. monthly scorecard management, Managed Learnerships & B-BBEE consulting

26/10/2026

📢 Are your ill-health incapacity processes legally compliant?

Many employers understand the importance of following a fair process when dealing with ill-health incapacity. However, a recent judgment by the Labour Court in Solidarity v Cape Peninsula University of Technology and Others highlights that following a process is only part of the equation. Employers must also meaningfully explore all reasonable alternatives to dismissal.

A key lesson from the case is the critical importance of:

✅ Distinguishing between misconduct, poor performance, and ill-health incapacity processes

✅ Meaningfully investigating reasonable accommodation measures

✅ Considering alternative positions or adapted duties

✅ Exploring disability benefits and medical boarding where available

✅ Documenting every step taken before terminating employment

The Court emphasised that medical boarding can constitute an "obvious reasonable alternative" to dismissal and must be properly investigated where such benefits exist. Failure to do so may result in a dismissal being found both procedurally and substantively unfair.

For HR professionals, business owners, and managers, the message is clear: an incapacity dismissal should always be the last resort, not the starting point.

Our latest newsletter unpacks the judgment and provides practical guidance on how employers can reduce risk while ensuring fairness and compliance.

Read the full newsletter to learn how this decision may impact your organisation. https://www.digiforte.co.za/ill-health-incapacity-and-reasonable-alternatives/

21/10/2026

📚 Equip your managers to deal with labour law problems better

Every workplace faces unique people challenges, risks, and compliance requirements. That's why a one-size-fits-all approach to labour law training often falls short.

At DigiForte, we deliver fully customised Labour Law training solutions designed around your Company’s specific needs, industry, policies, and employee audience.

Whether you're looking to equip line managers, HR teams, or supervisors, our practical training ensures your people gain knowledge they can apply immediately in the workplace.

🎥 In addition, we're committed to making labour law knowledge more accessible through our FREE YouTube learning webinars, where we regularly share expert insights, practical guidance, and updates on key workplace topics.

If you want to strengthen compliance, reduce risk, and build management capability, leave it to us.

💬 Follow our page, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and contact us to discuss a customised training solution for your organisation.

13/10/2026

New Podcast Episode Now Available!
https://youtu.be/G61ud8pIzGc?si=bj16cXaOEt_fA7Yt

Quality isn't something that happens by chance. It's the result of consistent processes, continuous improvement, and a clear understanding of the true cost of getting it wrong.

In our latest podcast, we unpack:
✅ How to master quality control using the Japanese Kata methodology
Discover how small, structured improvements can create a culture of excellence, problem-solving, and continuous learning across your organisation.
✅ Why every business should know its Cost of Quality (CoQ)
Many organisations focus on the cost of delivering quality but overlook the hidden costs of poor quality, including rework, errors, customer dissatisfaction, and lost opportunities. Understanding your Cost of Quality is essential for making better business decisions and improving profitability.

Whether you're a business leader, operations manager, HR professional, or quality champion, this conversation provides practical insights to help you improve performance and drive sustainable growth.

Listen now and join the conversation.
https://youtu.be/G61ud8pIzGc?si=bj16cXaOEt_fA7Yt

05/10/2026

SARS Mid-Year Reconciliation: A Critical Payroll Compliance Check

The SARS Mid-Year Submission is more than a compliance deadline. It's an opportunity to ensure your payroll data, employee tax certificates, and PAYE, UIF, and SDL declarations are accurate before year-end. Employers are required to reconcile the period 1 March to 31 August 2026 and submit their EMP501 during the interim filing season.

Recent SARS updates to note:
✅ Introduction of a new ITREG source code aimed at reducing duplicate Income Tax registrations.
✅ Changes to PAYE reporting requirements and source code validations, requiring payroll systems to be aligned with the latest SARS BRS specifications.
✅ Legislative reporting updates relating to long service awards and compensation in respect of death during employment following the 2026 Budget changes.
✅ Increased focus on employee data quality and tax registration accuracy, making proactive payroll audits more important than ever.

Employers who reconcile early, validate employee data, and review their source codes now will avoid unnecessary corrections, delays, and compliance risks later.

Now is the time to review your payroll data, validate employee information, and ensure your payroll system is aligned with the latest SARS requirements. Don't wait until the filing deadline to uncover discrepancies. A proactive reconciliation today can save significant time, effort, and compliance risk tomorrow.

How prepared is your organisation for this year's SARS mid-year filing season?

23/09/2026

What is a true business partner worth?

In a world where services are increasingly commoditised, we believe our value lies in much more than delivering a transaction.

Our client’s partner with us because they gain access to:
✅ Extensive industry expertise and knowledge
✅ Long-term relationships built on trust and accountability
✅ End-to-end solutions that simplify complex processes and business problems
✅ Backed by Digicall Group and operating for more than 20 years
✅ A quality-first approach that prioritises getting it right over doing it fast
✅ Tailored solutions designed around each client's unique requirements
✅ Responsive support and specialist resources

We believe in solving problems, creating value, and building bespoke partnerships that help our clients focus on what they do best while we take care of the rest. We are guided by our Company values, which are: Bright, Agle and True

16/09/2026

What does peace of mind EE and WSP compliance look like? It’s a carefully managed project designed to ensure compliance, accuracy, and the best possible outcomes for our clients.

Our consultants invest significant time upfront, coordinating information, preparing reports, and engaging stakeholders to ensure submissions are completed correctly and on time. For Employment Equity reporting, this means being ready well before the year-end leave period.

For WSP submissions, where reporting windows are significantly shorter, meeting deadlines is essential to maximise potential grant returns and avoid unnecessary delays.

To some, it's just another deadline. To us, it's a critical part of a proven process that delivers confidence, compliance, and peace of mind.

Because successful submissions don't happen at the deadline. They happen through disciplined planning long before it arrives.

09/09/2026

Missed our latest webinar. It's now available on YouTube!

In this thought-provoking discussion, we explored Human Rights in the Workplace: 30 Years After the 1996 Constitution, examining how the constitutional values of equality, freedom, and human dignity continue to shape South African workplaces today.

From Employment Equity and equal pay to religious accommodation, disability, parental leave, discrimination, and workplace inclusion, we unpacked real case law and practical lessons for employers and HR professionals.

The conversation highlighted an important reality: while significant progress has been made over the past three decades, there is still work to be done to ensure that our workplaces truly reflect the values enshrined in our Constitution.

Watch the full episode on YouTube and join the conversation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThmQLxHH_Mg

04/09/2026

A payroll deadline is more than a date on a calendar.

It's a critical checkpoint in a carefully managed process designed to ensure accuracy, prevent fraud, and protect every employee's pay. That's why we insist on keeping deadlines and following our One Loop TM Methodology every step of the way.

To our clients, it may look like administration. To us, it's the discipline that delivers confidence, compliance, and peace of mind.
Because in payroll, every detail matters.

23/07/2026

Human Rights in the Workplace: 30 Years of Constitutional Impact

This year marks 30 years of South Africa’s Constitution—a transformative document built on the values of human dignity, equality, and freedom. But what do these constitutional principles mean for workplaces today?

Join DigiForte Labour Law Chambers as we explore how human rights continue to shape employment relationships, workplace policies, and organisational culture across South Africa.

In this webinar, we will discuss:
The application of constitutional rights in the workplace
Landmark labour law cases and key legal developments
Practical implications for employers, leaders, and HR professionals
Current challenges and emerging workplace trends
Building workplaces that reflect constitutional value

Whether you're an HR practitioner, business leader, manager, or employer, this session will provide valuable insights into creating compliant, respectful, and inclusive workplaces.

Date: 31 July 2026
Time: 10h00
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../701.../WN_NYdR0AbaTDGRjht_pHULsA

Honouring 30 years of constitutional democracy by shaping workplaces where dignity, equality, and freedom are more than principles—they are daily practice.

15/07/2026

Human Rights in the Workplace: 30 Years of Constitutional Impact

This year marks 30 years of South Africa’s Constitution—a transformative document built on the values of human dignity, equality, and freedom. But what do these constitutional principles mean for workplaces today?

Join DigiForte Labour Law Chambers as we explore how human rights continue to shape employment relationships, workplace policies, and organisational culture across South Africa.

In this webinar, we will discuss:
The application of constitutional rights in the workplace
Landmark labour law cases and key legal developments
Practical implications for employers, leaders, and HR professionals
Current challenges and emerging workplace trends
Building workplaces that reflect constitutional value

Whether you're an HR practitioner, business leader, manager, or employer, this session will provide valuable insights into creating compliant, respectful, and inclusive workplaces.

Date: 31 July 2026
Time: 10h00
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7017829953153/WN_NYdR0AbaTDGRjht_pHULsA

Honouring 30 years of constitutional democracy by shaping workplaces where dignity, equality, and freedom are more than principles—they are daily practice.

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