DataPro signs up with Striata channel programme

Premier Internet service provider, DataPro, has joined the Striata channel programme to offer its clients a leading-edge electronic billing and marketing solution.

Based on a multi-level distribution structure, Striata's channel programme aims to combine its extensive software expertise in electronic communication and billing, with the synergistic product and service offerings of partners like DataPro.

Says David James, Striata's Channel Manager: "Striata's sales strategy includes the development of partnerships with leading business-to-business service providers. DataPro is rated among the top five local ISPs. We are very excited to have them as a partner."

Says Carol Zeederberg, Director of Icommerce at DataPro: "Our e-billing solution will dramatically reduce billing costs, enhance customer service and introduce a dynamic marketing channel for businesses to their customers."

"E-billing is taking SA by storm, as companies identify the substantial benefits in efficiency and cost reduction. It is fast becoming a crucial progression for companies to move away from paper-based billing," says David James, Striata's Channel Manager.

"E-billing can save up to 70% of traditional current billing cost when considering that paper-based, posted invoices can cost up to R10 per document," says Zeederberg.

She added that e-billing has the added business benefit of dramatically reducing debtor days. "As customers receive invoices sooner, payments are processed earlier and this leads to positive cash flow benefits."

The delivery of invoices or statements can be done via e-mail, fax, or Web-based presentations, whichever medium is more convenient for the customer.

"Channel partners will provide a valuable route to market in the global regions," says James. "Striata will continue to focus its attention on developing and improving its software solutions, while at the same time offering revenue-generating opportunities to its partners."