The Smart Way to Source IT Talent: A Guide for South African SMEs

In today's digital-first world, having a capable IT and systems development team is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity. For many South African SMEs, however, the high cost of tech talent can be a major barrier to innovation and growth. There is a smarter, more cost-effective way to bring essential tech skills into your business.

By hosting a funded learner from White Paper Systems, you can access emerging IT talent to support your projects while saving up to 80% on salary costs.

Fill Your Tech Roles with Eager-to-Learn Talent

Our candidates are enrolled in accredited programs designed to equip them with practical, in-demand tech skills. We can place learners who are ready to contribute to a variety of essential IT functions:

• Systems Development: Including support for software development, coding, and building IT solutions.

• End User Computing: Providing assistance with IT support, and hardware/software troubleshooting.

• Computer Studies: Offering help with IT fundamentals, software applications, and cloud services.

An Innovative Solution for Your Tech Needs

This model provides a multi-faceted solution that addresses costs, compliance, and future growth.

1. Drastic Cost Reduction: 

Since the learnerships are grant-funded, you avoid the high costs of tech salaries. Your only expense is a small monthly admin fee for our end-to-end management service.

2. Achieve B-BBEE Goals: 

Investing in skills development through learnerships is a powerful way to earn points on your B-BBEE scorecard.

3. Build a Loyal Tech Team: 

The placement period allows you to mentor and integrate a learner into your company's specific systems and projects, creating a pipeline of future-ready talent.

We handle all the recruitment, SETA compliance, and placement management, allowing you to focus on your core business objectives.

Looking for a cost-effective way to boost your IT capabilities? Contact White Paper Systems today. www.whitepaperconcepts.co.za