Join us for our next Empower Half Hour: Integrated Financial Modelling in IDU-Concept Date: Wednesday 16 th July Time: 11.30am SAST If you are already using zero-based or bottom-up budgeting in IDU-Concept, you know how powerful it is for control, accuracy, and collaboration. But what happens when you need to zoom out, reforecast quickly or align with changing strategic goals? This Empower Half Hour focuses on the Financial Modelling capabilities in IDU-Concept and will show you how to enhance your existing budgeting process using combination of top-down planning, assumption-based modelling and bottom-up budgeting. Learn how to connect your numbers to the bigger picture and adapt with confidence. What you will get out of the session: Learn how to combine strategic planning with operational detail See how Top-Down Budgeting can cascade high-level targets automatically Explore Assumption-Based Modelling to plan using key drivers like inflation or...

  Join our June Empower Half Hour - Wednesday 18th June at 11.30am SAST We have introduced a powerful new enhancement to IDU-Concept Layout Profiles: Column Groups and Nested Column Groups . This feature lets you organise columns into collapsible, logical sections — bringing clarity, structure, and flexibility to every layout. This gives administrators greater control and delivers a cleaner, more intuitive experience for end users. Join us for the June Empower Half Hour, where we will show you how to transform your layout profiles and demonstrate the impact this feature has across all modules. In this session, you will learn: How to create and manage column groups When and why to use nested groupings How this simplifies the user experience across all modules Tips to get the most out of your layout profiles This is a must-attend if you want to: Cut clutter from complex layouts Improve navigation for your users Unlock smarter r...

  Be part of the IDU User Conference 2025, from 21 May to 23 May, at the beautiful President Hotel in Bantry Bay, Cape Town. ​ This year’s conference, "Simplifying Complexity," invites you to enhance your skills and knowledge. Enjoy two days of hands-on training, inspiring speakers, and collaboration with IDU’s expert team.    Don’t miss this opportunity to streamline your processes and connect with industry peers! BOOK YOUR SPOT Day 1 Featured Speakers Pieter Geldenhuys Renowned Futurist & Strategist  Dr Imtiaz Sooliman Founder - Gift of the Givers Steven Powell Head of Forensics - ENSAfrica Download Conference Agenda Special Thanks! We extend our gratitude to our event partners ­ ­ We would like to thank   Braintree  f or once again partnering with us on this event! ­

  Live Webinar:  Wednesday 16th April at 11.30am SAST In this Empower Half Hour session, we will break down the essential steps to confidently build account and cost centre structures in IDU-Concept. Whether you are starting from scratch or refining an existing setup, this session will provide practical insights to help you get it right the first time. What You Will Learn: Building from Scratch: Step-by-step guidance on creating account and cost centre structures. Importing Summaries: Best practices for efficiently importing summaries to save time and reduce errors. Choosing Summary Codes: Why spacing in summary codes matters and how to format them for clarity. Getting the Order Right: Tips to structure your layout so revenue appears at the top and net profit at the bottom for improved reporting. Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Learn how to make changes without risking your existing setup. Who Should Attend: This session is ideal for administrators who want to improve their under...

Join us: Wednesday, 19th March at 11:30 AM SAST   In this not-to-be-missed session, Margie will showcase powerful customisation options to tailor IDU-Concept to your organisation's unique requirements:   Layout Profiles, Structure Profiles & Third Dimension – Flexible tools to personalise your views and overall system experience   Column Grouping and Cross Tab Dimensions - Reduce dependency on specialised reports while enhancing online data analysis with report-like formatting   Interactive Dashboards - Monitor critical information at a glance, from budget completion to fiscal status and tasks requiring attention   Register today to discover how we're making IDU more user-friendly for your entire team!

  We're excited to invite you to the 16th Annual IDU User Conference, taking place May 21-23, 2025, at the President Hotel. Simplifying Complexity: Navigating Today's Business Challenges In a world of constant change and increasing complexity, making the right decisions has never been more critical. Join fellow finance leaders as we explore how to cut through the noise, harness real-time insights, and drive smarter decision-making with IDU-Concept. This year's expanded three-day format features: Inspiring keynote speakers In-depth IDU Master Classes Exclusive preview of the IDU Development Roadmap One-on-one consultant sessions Industry-specific roundtable discussions Multiple networking opportunities Early Bird Discount! Register and pay by March 31st to receive a 5% discount on your conference fee. REGISTER NOW Visit our Conference Website for the complete agenda and additional information. We look forward to we...

Join us for our first Empower Half Hour of the year, designed to help you and your team navigate the budgeting and forecasting process efficiently in IDU-Concept. Date: Wednesday 19th February at 11.30am SAST In this session, we’ll walk you through: Laying the Groundwork – Key system configurations to ensure a smooth budget setup. Budgeting Smarter, Not Harder – Understanding different budget calculation methods to fit your needs. Empowering Your Team – Ensure your team has the right access and understanding to complete budgets and monitor forecasts effectively. Pro Tips & Best Practices – Expert insights to improve accuracy and efficiency in your budgeting process. Make sure your finance and non-finance users are aligned and set yourself up for a smooth and efficient budget cycle and maximise the system for ongoing forecasting.   Secure your spot—register today!