DSL Telecom - Blog , GeneralDSL Telecom - Blog , Generalhttps://www.dsltelecom.co.za/blogs/GeneralThu, 30 Apr 2026 16:24:37 -0700http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[What our business clients have to say about choosing DSL Telecom as their preferred technology provider]]>https://www.dsltelecom.co.za/blogs/post/looking-back-at-2022-dsl-telecom-year-in-review1In 2022 we embarked on growing our business, growing our reach, growing our team and improving our office space. The end of the year is the perfect time to look back at all we have accomplished throughout 2022. Read the full blog to find out what went down at DSL Telecom in 2022.]]>

DSL Telecom has partnered with many different companies over the years including, Liquid Intelligent Technologies, Telkom, Vox, Zoho and Yeastar in order to provide our customers with the best technology solutions for their businesses. 

 

Choosing a technology partner for your business can be tedious but there is no better way to know you're making a smart technology investment than by reading DSL Telecom's business customers reviews.

Customer Testimonials

"It's always such a pleasure to work with everyone from DSL Telecom. The DSL Telecom Cloud PBX is one of the best   moves our company could have made, it makes our teams' lives 1000 times easier! Thank you DSL Telecom Team."       


- Amanda Coetzee, Office Manager

DSL Telecom Cloud PBX

Logo of Escrow Group Europe South Africa, a DSL Telecom Cloud PBX Phone System client

"We have been working with the Zoho support team at DSL Telecom for a reasonable amount of time and have really enjoyed our relationship with them. Their knowledge is based on industry experiences and much more than that, we are backed by a team that always wants the best for our business. They have taken the time to get to know our business and manage our expectations. Thank you DSL Telecom for all your input, assistance and support!"


- Chris Guy , National Strategic Support & Operations Director

Zoho Software License

Safety Wallet's logo, a client of DSL Telecom who has Zoho Software Licenses

"The team at DSL Telecom comes highly recommended and have been an absolute pleasure to work with. Their  knowledge on the Zoho CRM application as well as Zoho Analytics, has been outstanding. This in turn has helped us to build a more dynamic CRM, as well as comprehensive reporting dashboards. No assignment is too complex. The team has been invaluable in streamlining our processes within our organisation."        


- Roxy Visser, Franchise Operations Manager

Zoho Software Training

Logo of Walfinch, a client of DSL Telecom who has had Zoho software training

"We are loving the whole Zoho One experience with Zoho CRM, Zoho Bookings and Zoho Books. These Zoho apps have been integrated to make management of the clinic easy. DSL Telecom has been instrumental in customising our Zoho systems to work smoothly. Thoroughly enjoying DSL Telecom as our Zoho Premium Partners!"


 - Michael Shevel, Managing Director

Zoho Software Implementation

The Headache Clinic, a Zoho Software Implementation client

"Our business has successfully implemented Zoho One across our business verticals in South Africa. DSL Telecom have been critically instrumental in guiding us through this amazing journey, from design through to implementation. It was so refreshing to work with a well equipped, knowledgeable and willing team. After implementation and adoption, the ongoing support has been equally admirable - fast turnaround times and the team members are a pleasure to deal with."


- Raphael Devantier, Chief Operating Officer

Zoho Customer Success Plan

Logo of Renenergy, a client that has a Zoho Customer Success Plan with DSL Telecom

"I would like to thank DSL Telecom for their excellent service. Their feedback is always prompt, professional and shows care and effort. DSL Telecom has become our preferred supplier for fibre orders in a very short amount of time as a result. We have zero complaints about our Liquid fibre connection! "


 - Conrad Geldenhuys, Managing Director

Liquid Fibre To The Business

Logo of Bitspace, a DSL Telecom Liquid Intelligent Technologies Fibre-To -The-Business client

In Conclusion:

DSL Telecom has an average rating of 4.7 stars from the major review platforms in South Africa. We believe that our customer service is spectacular and back this statement by the +15000 customers that we have connected to better technology solutions. The years of experience and knowledge is one of many reasons why our customers trust DSL Telecom as their preferred technology partner. Our sky-high five-star DSL Telecom reviews that are shown above are the real proof of what our customers experience working with DSL Telecom and you can experience the same for your business by choosing DSL Telecom. 


If you want to get in touch, click here. 

]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:12:40 +0200<![CDATA[The Top 5 Cloud Accounting Systems For South African Businesses]]>https://www.dsltelecom.co.za/blogs/post/the-top-5-cloud-accounting-systems-for-south-african-businessesNot all accounting software applications are created equal. Read this blog to learn about our findings across popular cloud accounting platforms in South Africa.]]>
Cloud Accounting made easy for a small business owner

It's not easy to choose an accounting software application. There are a ton of choices out there and they're all clamoring to get your attention, but not all accounting software applications are created equal. Some excel in invoicing while coming up short on other key accounting features, while others include stellar reporting options but only offer basic accounting capability. So which one is right for you? We take a closer look at 5 of the most popular cloud accounting platforms for South African businesses. Read on and find out more.


1. FreshBooks

FreshBooks is a cloud-based accounting system designed exclusively for the self employed and for those in a service-based business such as a designer, a marketing agency, a plumber, an IT professional, a lawyer, an architect or a web professional. FreshBooks pride themselves in understanding that you went into business to serve your customers and not to learn accounting.


Key Features:

  • Reporting and statistics
  • Activity Dashboard
  • API
  • Third Party Integrations
  • Unlimited invoices
  • Expense tracking
  • Creation of estimates
  • Reporting tools

    Affordability:
    FreshBooks offers a free 30 day trial and 3 reasonably priced payment plans thereafter, starting at $6 per month for the Lite plan for 5 billable clients, then $10 per month for the Plus plan for 10 billable clients and finally $20 for the Premium plan which allows for unlimited clients.

    Available Integrations: 
    Freshbooks currently integrates with more than 40 3rd-party applications with app categories such as CRM, Payroll, Project Management, Tax Help, Utilities, Time Tracking, Lead Tracking, Income Importer, E-Commerce, Job Board, Bookkeeping and more.

    User Friendliness: The system is easy to set up and support is offered either telephonically or by asking a question on their website.
    The overall rating out of 10 for FreshBooks is 8.4

    2. Sage


    Sage is one of the best-known cloud accounting providers globally with decades of providing up-to-date, user-friendly accounting programs. Sage Business Cloud Accounting is a comprehensive software for freelancers and small businesses and is one of the most easy-to-use web-based platforms available on the market. Users can manage key accounting processes like managing items, supplies and customer accounts in one centralised hub.


    Key Features:

    • Accounting access: invite your accountant as a user
    • Bank statement imports: a time saver for reconciliations
    • Dashboard: view the information you need to make decisions
    • Mobile applications: log on using your device from anywhere
    • Online: run your business from anywhere, anytime
    • Recurring invoices: automatically invoice customers
    • Report Designer: design your own formats and layouts
    • Reporting: various reporting options offered
    • Sales/purchases: managing your customers, suppliers and items
    • Support: get unlimited support and webinars
    • To do list: manage your to do's and reminders

    Affordability:
    Sage Business Cloud Accounting offers different pricing plans depending on your needs and a 30 day free trial for each of the packages. Pricing plans start at an affordable $10 per month for the Start plan which allows small businesses to quote, invoice and track payments. Then $25 per month for the Business Cloud Accounting plan which allows small to medium businesses perform more accounting functions excluding payroll for a maximum of five users. Finally, the Sage Business Cloud X3 plan incorporates all accounting, tax and payroll elements and is ideal for larger businesses with numerous employees at $41 per month.

    Available Integrations: 
    Sage is a great standalone, as well as integrated product, although interoperability can vary based on which package you have. Here are just a few of the business systems that integrate with Sage Business Cloud Accounting: ServiceM8, Service Trade Commercial, Big Time and Billing, Itemize, Expensify, Expense Point, SalesSeek, PARIM, Commusoft, Synchroteam, Workato, Harmony PSA etc.

    User Friendliness: In general, the Sage programs tend to be reasonably user-friendly. Upon set up, you can customise various elements, and set up tasks that you want to be automated. It is not heavy on extra features, as the tiered package structures offer these upgrades and extras. Support is offered telephonically, via email, live support and tickets.
    The overall rating out of 10 for Sage is 9.3

    3. QuickBooks


    QuickBooks is an accounting software package developed and marketed by Intuit. First introduced in 1983, QuickBooks products are geared mainly toward small and medium-sized businesses and offer on-premises accounting applications as well as cloud-based versions that accept business payments, manage and pay bills, and payroll functions.


    Key Features:

    • Bill management
    • Inventory
    • Reporting
    • A vast network of QuickBooks ProAdvisers which makes it easy to find a local bookkeeper
    • Multi-language invoicing
    • Recurring invoices: automatically invoice customers
    • Various attractive invoice templates
    • Contact management allows for very detailed customer information to be captured

    Affordability:
    QuickBooks offers a 30 day free trial for each of their packages. Pricing plans start at $25 per month for the Simple Start plan with 1 user. The Essentials plan is next at $50 per month for 3 users. Then Plus plan is $80 per month for 5 users and lastly, the Advanced plan is $180 per month for 25 users. 

    Available Integrations: 
    QuickBooks is highly flexible when it comes to interoperability. The program is compatible with over 600 apps and programs.

    User Friendliness:

    All packages come with mobile apps, tech support, customisable reports and secure cloud storage. QuickBooks is known for being pretty user-friendly, with a few small improvements that could be made to its layout and ease of finding certain features. Unlimited free support is offered telephonically or by asking a question on their website.
    The overall rating out of 10 for Xero is 8.5

    4 Zoho Books

    Zoho Books is an online accounting software that manages your finances, automates business workflows and helps you work collectively across departments. It's a comprehensive smart accounting software solution designed for small businesses to better manage their finances and control their cash flow more efficiently. Since its introduction to the world in 2011, Zoho Books has become one of the top players in the accounting market. The huge number of satisfied clients around the globe is a tribute to how Zoho Books grows with its clients and their businesses. 

    Key Features:

    • Automated workflows
    • Bank reconciliation
    • Custom invoices
    • Expense tracking
    • Projects and timesheets
    • Recurring transactions
    • Sales approval 

    Affordability:
    Zoho Books offers a 14 day free trial and three pricing plans as well as a free pricing plan for businesses with a turnover of < $50K / per annum. Thereafter, pricing plans start at $20 per month for the Standard Plan, $50 per month for the Professional plan and $70 per month for their Premium Plan.

    Available Integrations: 
    Zoho Books integrates seamlessly with 40+ Zoho apps and a host of 3rd party apps including major online payment gateways such as Paypal, Stripe, Authorize.net, Forte, Worldpay, Braintree and 2 Checkout to name a few.

    User Friendliness:
    Zoho Books is extremely user-friendly with a clean design yet robust set of features that helps users generate actionable, data-based insights. As far as support is concerned, Zoho Books offers live telephone and chat support on all paid packages, while the free plan only includes email support. In addition, it also has the following resources: Zoho Help Database: A comprehensive help guide that includes basic navigation instructions, keyboard shortcuts, and step-by-step instructions in banking, contacts, invoices, client portal, expenses, and items. Zoho Video Tutorials/Webinar: In the help database, you’ll also find video tutorials and a webinar on using Zoho Books. You can also join the Zoho Books user community to ask or answer questions, register for an upcoming webinar, and review the Welcome Guide.
    The overall rating out of 10 for Zoho Books is 9.6

    5 Xero

    Cloud Accounting Software

    Xero is a cloud-based accounting software that is transforming the way businesses are managing their finances. It's a comparative newcomer to the market, having launched in 2006. That, however, hasn’t stopped it from racing to the top to join the ranks of leading accounting programs. 

    Key Features:

    • Pay bills
    • Claim expenses
    • Bank connections
    • Accept payments
    • Track projects
    • Bank reconciliation
    • Manage contacts
    • Capture data

    Affordability:
    Xero offers a 30 day free trial and three levels of cloud-based accounting. Pricing plans start at a fair $22 per month for the Starter Plan, which is quite limited, allowing you to send just 5 quotes and invoices and reconcile 20 bank transactions. The Standard Plan, $35 per month drops those limits and allows for unlimited basic accounting, while the Premium Plan at $47 per month includes the ability to handle multiple currencies.

    Available Integrations: 

    The system is easily integrated with over 1000 3rd party apps.


    User Friendliness:
    Getting to grips with Xero can take some time, but once you’re familiar with it, it is simple to use. There is also easily accessible help functionality, making navigation and use easier.
    The overall rating out of 10 for Xero is 8.5

    Our top pick for South African businesses

    After analysing all the above popular Cloud Accounting Software Platforms, it is clear that Zoho Books is the best suited one to South African businesses for many reasons, the top one being the free plan for businesses with revenue <1 Million ZAR per annum, amounting to massive cost savings to businesses.

    The next reason we love Zoho Books and the entire Zoho Suite as a whole, is that the price is fixed in Rands, so you won't be caught out by nasty exchange rate fluctuations ever again. Click here to sign up for your free trial.

    And talking about saving money, Zoho One gives you one integrated system to transform your business' disparate activities into a more connected and agile organisation. With Zoho One, Zoho has put together all the applications a company needs to acquire and serve its customers (marketing, sales and support apps); run its operations (finance, recruiting, and HR apps); and provide all the tools for its employees to work collaboratively and get their work done (office suite, mail, personal productivity, and collaboration apps). All these apps for only R450 per user per month.

    What's more is that DSL Telecom is a Zoho Premium Partner in South Africa which means we have a team of skilled software specialists that can answer all your Zoho-related queries and guide you in the right direction, based on your business's software requirements. Reach out to one of our specialists today:
    Speak to a DSL Telecom software specialist
    Zoho Premium Partner South Africa
    ]]>    Mon, 17 Jan 2022 15:53:51 +0200    <![CDATA[How to track your Vox product or service order]]>https://www.dsltelecom.co.za/blogs/post/how-to-track-your-vox-product-orderRead this blog for the steps to track your Vox product or service order by following these 5 easy steps on the Vox Customer Portal.]]>
    DSL Telecom in an Authorised Vox Business Partner
    Here you can find out how to track your Vox product or service order by following these 5 easy steps on the Vox Customer Portal:

    Step 1: Navigate to the Vox Customer Portal - customer.vox.co.za   


    Step 2:Access your account by Signing In with your mobile number that you initially signed up with.
    Access your account by Signing In with your mobile number that you initially signed up with.


    Step 3: A 6 digit OTP will be sent to the mobile number that you signed in with. This is to verify and authenticate your login to protect your personal account details. Enter the 6 digit code to access your account details.
    Enter your 6 digit OTP that would have been sent to your mobile phone


    Step 4: Select ''My Orders'' and click on the order that you would like to track status of. The status will either display as ''In Progress'' or ''Complete''.Once logged in to the portal, navigate to Orders & Docs where you will see all your outstanding and completed orders.
    Enter your 6 digit OTP that would have been sent to your mobile phone


    Step 5: Select ''My Orders'' and click on the order that you would like to track status of. The status will either display as ''In Progress'' or ''Complete''.


    Select ''My Orders'' and click on the order that you would like to track status of. The status will either display as ''In Progress'' or ''Complete''
    Track My Vox Order
    For more information about DSL Telecom, visit www.dsltelecom.co.za
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