The Limpopo Business Dilemma
You've grown beyond the 'fix-it-yourself' stage, but you're not quite ready for a full-time IT employee. Sound familiar? This is exactly where many Limpopo businesses find themselves in 2026.
The Hidden Costs of an IT Manager
When you hire an IT manager, you're paying more than just the salary:
- Base Salary: R25,000 - R40,000 per month (depending on experience)
- Benefits: Medical aid, pension, UIF - add 20-30%
- Training: R10,000+ annually for certifications and updates
- Tools: Software licenses, hardware, testing equipment
- Single Point of Failure: What happens when they go on leave or get sick?
The Outsourcing Advantage
With a Managed Service Provider (MSP), you get:
- Team Expertise: Access to specialists in different areas
- 24/7 Coverage: Support whenever you need it
- Fixed Costs: Predictable monthly expenses
- Latest Technology: No need to worry about skills becoming outdated
- Scalability: Scale up or down as your business needs change
Real Cost Breakdown for a Typical Limpopo SME
Option 1: Full-Time IT Manager
- Salary: R30,000/month
- Benefits: R7,500/month
- Training & Tools: R3,000/month
- Total: R40,500/month
Option 2: Managed IT Services
- Basic Support Package: R8,000/month
- Advanced Features: R4,000/month
- Emergency Support: R2,000/month
- Total: R14,000/month
Monthly Savings: R26,500
But Cost Isn't Everything
The real value comes from:
- Proactive Monitoring: Problems solved before they impact your business
- Strategic Planning: Technology roadmap aligned with your business goals
- Compliance Management: POPIA and other regulations handled automatically
- Focus on Core Business: You concentrate on what you do best
Calculate Your Savings
Ready to see how much you could save? Use our online calculator or contact us for a personalized comparison. We'll analyze your current IT setup and show you exactly what you could save with managed services.
Start saving today: Contact Ramscount IT for your free cost comparison analysis.
