A milestone moment for innovation, partnership, and people.
The 2025 Sage FUTURE for Partners event in Barcelona brought together some of the most innovative minds across the Sage global ecosystem a community built on trust, collaboration, and the shared mission of helping businesses work smarter through technology.
For Signature Business Solutions, the week was more than a celebration of the future of ERP it was a defining moment. Our Sage division, CoreSync, was honoured as the Sage Intacct Partner of the Year for Africa & the Middle East, marking a remarkable achievement for our team and our clients.
A Recognition of Excellence in Cloud ERP
Being named the #1 Sage Intacct Partner in the region is a recognition of both performance and purpose. It reflects our commitment to delivering transformative financial management solutions that empower finance teams to move beyond spreadsheets, automate processes, and gain real-time visibility into their organisations.
As a Platinum Sage Business Partner, Signature Business Solutions has long believed in the power of Sage Intacct a true cloud ERP solution built to drive smarter decision-making and scalability. Our mission has always been to pair world-class technology with local expertise, enabling businesses across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond to embrace digital transformation with confidence.
“This award belongs to our people the consultants, sales teams, marketers, and administrators who live our values every single day,” says Maryke Kruger, Chief Sales Officer at Signature Business Solutions and CEO of CoreSync.
“We’ve built one of the largest teams of certified Sage Intacct experts in the region, and this achievement reflects their dedication and the trust our clients place in us.”
The People Behind the Success
At the heart of this success is leadership that believes deeply in people and partnerships.
Carl Harris, Founder of Signature Business Solutions, shared his pride in the recognition:
“When we first partnered with Sage on Intacct, we knew we were building something special. Today, to see our team recognised on a global stage is both humbling and energising. It’s proof that great things happen when technology meets passion, collaboration, and purpose.”
Both Carl and Maryke represented Signature and CoreSync in Barcelona, flying the flag for South African innovation on a world stage alongside Sage leaders including Steve Hare, Chief Executive Officer of Sage, and regional executives Jordaan Burger (Managing Director – Africa, Middle East) and Gerhard Hartman (Vice President, Medium Business, Sage Africa & Middle East).
Their presence reflected the strength of relationships that underpin the partner ecosystem a network where global technology and regional expertise come together to create measurable business impact.
The Power of Partnership
The Sage FUTURE for Partners event wasn’t just a celebration it was a reminder of the collective ambition that drives the Sage ecosystem.
Through keynote sessions, leadership panels, and partner collaboration, the week showcased the evolution of Sage Intacct as a cornerstone in the modern finance landscape. From AI-driven automation to advanced analytics, Sage Intacct continues to redefine what cloud ERP can do for finance leaders seeking agility, accuracy, and insight.
“It’s inspiring to see partners like Signature Business Solutions and CoreSync push the boundaries of what’s possible with Sage Intacct,” said Jordaan Burger, Managing Director for Sage Africa & Middle East. “Their success demonstrates the strength of local expertise backed by a global platform.”
Gerhard Hartman, Vice President for Medium Business at Sage Africa & Middle East, echoed that sentiment, emphasising the value of collaboration:
“The Partner of the Year recognition is a reflection of deep trust and shared purpose. Signature Business Solutions continues to raise the bar in how partners deliver cloud ERP excellence across the region.”
A Journey of Growth and Transformation
The relationship between Signature Business Solutions and Sage has evolved into one of the most trusted partnerships in the region.
What began as a focus on financial software implementation has become a fully-fledged digital transformation journey for clients powered by CoreSync, the dedicated Sage division within Signature.
With CoreSync’s team of certified Sage Intacct consultants, accountants, and ERP specialists, clients gain access to deep financial expertise, local understanding, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Whether automating reconciliations, managing multi-entity consolidations, or transforming reporting accuracy, the results speak for themselves: faster closes, better data, and more strategic finance teams.
Setting the Bar Higher
As Signature Business Solutions continues to grow, this recognition serves not as a finish line, but as a launchpad.
“We’re proud of what we’ve achieved,” says Maryke Kruger, “but even more excited about what lies ahead. Finance leaders are under pressure to do more with less and Sage Intacct gives them the tools to lead with confidence. Our role is to make that transformation seamless.”
The Partner of the Year award validates not just performance, but purpose a shared belief that technology, when paired with the right people, can truly transform how businesses operate.
Signature Business Solutions remains committed to delivering exceptional ERP solutions through Sage Intacct, helping organisations modernise finance, automate complexity, and gain real-time insights that drive growth.
Gratitude and Momentum
In closing, the award is a celebration of teamwork, collaboration, and trust. It honours every project delivered, every client relationship built, and every consultant who has gone above and beyond to make a difference.
A heartfelt thank you to the global Sage team for their vision and support especially Steve Hare, Jordaan Burger, and Gerhard Hartman and to our clients, who continue to inspire us to push the boundaries of what’s possible.
As we look to the year ahead, our focus remains clear: to keep innovating, keep learning, and keep transforming the way finance works together with Sage Intacct.