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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Page 3 - Reviews of IDU-Concept

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HH

Hayley H.  
GM Finance & Corporate  
Events Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Moving from Excel Macros to idu-Concept"

May 16, 2019

5.0

Using idu-concept in our last annual budget setting process allowed the process to be more efficient. With staff able to concurrently access their project areas and add comments or make changes as needed, a reduced timeframe was needed for the process and as well as being less stressful for all!

Pros

The direct integration and daily refresh from our accounting system into idu-concept allows non Finance managers and staff to proactively monitor and manage their areas of responsibility on an ongoing basis, reviewing results against budget without having to wait until manual excel based reports are run by Finance or month end reports are sent out.

Cons

The excel reports do need more tailoring to ensure they are set up to provide the information we need in the format we need

Review Source

DL

Dylan L.  
Group Management Accountant  
Retail  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "IDU Software - Excel "

February 27, 2020

5.0

Pros

Love the excel reporting, and the customising of the reports. the use of mutiple account structures and cost centre structures are use full as well.

Cons

We have restriction with the break down of department data within the Sales grouping.

Reason for choosing IDU-Concept

Budgeting process was much more useful

Review Source

Response from IDU

March 31, 2020

Hi Dylan Thank you for writing a review of idu-Concept. We are so glad you love the ability to customise reports and the use of multiple cost centre and account structures. I have passed your comment with regards to your issue with the breakdown of departmental data through to our consulting team. We will see if can assist you with this.

MM

Mirjam M.  
Manager:Management Accounting  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "IDU software review MMM"

February 27, 2020

4.0

support is excellent nad consultants are friendly

Pros

A very user friendly software, versatile, great for both financial and non financial managers

Cons

the software is customised to your preference,

Reason for choosing IDU-Concept

Its the only product i have experienced that's tailor made for financial management

Review Source

Response from IDU

March 23, 2020

Dear Mirjam Thank you very much for taking the time to review idu-Concept. We are so happy that you and your team are finding it so easy to use. I will pass on the compliment about our team and customer support on to our consultants. Kind regards Rochelle

SN

Sivegan N.  
Operations Manager  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Simple and efficient Budgeting tool"

February 27, 2020

4.0

It has been a very good experience and quick to learn its unique features and capabilities

Pros

It is brilliant in this niche space, catering for all budgeting and forecasting needs companies may have. Keeps things simple and easy to use

Cons

lack of out-of-the-box integration adapters

Reason for choosing IDU-Concept

NA

Review Source

Response from IDU

March 30, 2020

Dear Sivegan Many thanks for writing a review of idu-Concept. It is important to us that our software is easy-to-use and understand, so that this can be used by both financial and non-financial managers involved in the budgeting process.

RH

Rene H.  
Group Financial Controller  
Printing  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Leader in Budgeting and Reporting"

February 27, 2020

5.0

Idu has revolutionised the way we budget and report in our business.

Pros

Idu has revolutionised the way we budget and report in our business. Our requirements change often and it is dynamic and easy to handle with all our changes and reporting requirements.

Cons

There is nothing I do not like about idu.

Review Source

Response from IDU

March 20, 2020

Dear Rene Wow! What an incredible review, we are blown away. Thank you so much for taking the time to write it. We really appreciate it. I will pass your amazing feedback on to our team.

mV

megan V.  
management accountant  
Construction  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Budgeting"

February 27, 2020

4.0

Pros

Product is easy to use, and i love that it can easily export into excel

Cons

Admin could be easier to navigate, especially when a company structure changes

Review Source

Response from IDU

March 31, 2020

Hi Megan Thanks for the review of idu-Concept, we appreciate the time and the feedback. I have passed your comment about the Admin of changes to company structure to our team. We will see if there is a way we can assist you with this.

NN

Nguquko N.  
Management Accountant  
Real Estate  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great Financial Reporting and Budgeting"

February 27, 2020

5.0

IDU has made reporting enjoyable and insightful.

Pros

IDU allows for customisation of reports that can dissect various cost centres into a single wide view. The system is also great at budgeting capture and variance reporting on a monthly, YTD or annual basis.

Cons

The initial set up of certain reports requires individual allocation of posting codes and that may require more input, however once it is done, it works seamlessly.

Review Source

Response from IDU

March 20, 2020

Dear Nguquko Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of idu-Concept. We are so happy with the amazing rating that you gave us. We are also delighted that our product has made your reporting so much easier and more insightful. Thanks again. The IDU Team

KT

Katlego T.  
Assistant Management Accountant  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "The Best Budgeting Software"

April 11, 2019

4.0

With various departments, IDU has assisted with budgetary control - spend monitoring. Looking forward, we hope to have the managers query financial transactions for more accurate management reporting.

Pros

The fact that its excel based makes it easy to use. The user flexibility and customization makes IDU perfect for reporting.

Cons

Still trying to figure out how the CAPEX tracking can work best for our organisation (reporting especially). If IDU can have the ability to assist in CAPEX spend tracking it will be superb.

Review Source

GR

Grant R.  
CFO  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Idu has real depth of functionality "

February 27, 2020

4.0

The system is helping us drive business ownership of budgeting and reporting processes

Pros

The software has many levels of detailed functionality to deal with most budgeting and reporting scenarios

Cons

The screen layout and design is fairly dated

Alternatives considered

[Vena](https://www.capterra.com/p/131246/Vena/)

Reason for choosing IDU-Concept

The system design will allow us to implement a structured approach to budgeting while retaining the flexibility required

Review Source

Response from IDU

March 30, 2020

Hi Grant Thank you for writing a review of idu-Concept. By driving ownership of the budget process within an organisation it leads to greater buy-in and accountability. I am sure your team are experiencing this. We are constantly updating and upgrading the features, functionality and look and feel of our product. We will send more information as these enhancements are released. Hopfully you will find the design and layouts more engaging.

Nicolien V.  
Manager Financial Reporting, budgeting and control  
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Budgeting 101"

September 12, 2018

4.0

Overall good experience as a first step in my budget process

Pros

easy reference and consolidation from all the different departments in the company

Cons

Complex budgeting situations can be catered for, but need consultants time = money.

Review Source

MM

Morgan M.  
Manager : Business Analysis  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "User friendly and easy to navigate"

February 27, 2020

4.0

Time saving and management of the budget process

Pros

User friendly. Enjoy the simply aggregation at various levels.

Cons

The forecast headcounts don't update. It would help if all the stat accounts would also update in the forecast set

Review Source

Response from IDU

March 30, 2020

Hi Morgan Thanks for taking the tme to write a review of idu-Concept. We are glad to see that you find the tool user friendly and easy to navigate. Your IDU Consultant will be in touch with you shortly as they believe they have a sollution that should be able to assist you with getting your statistical accounts to update in the forecast set. Hopefully this will help.

AM

Annah M.  
Group Financial Accountant  
Retail  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Finance information now has integrity"

September 13, 2018

4.0

Definitely improved our integrity as the finance department. In our current loss of info, analytics developed by IDU came to the rescue as it stored all info from prior years to future forecasts.

Pros

It enhances the integrity of financial information by eliminating manual intervention Better storage of information Simplifies the budgeting, forecasting and reporting functions

Cons

There is no option to create standard reports for various users Inability to copy and paste or duplicate activities for some functions

Review Source

MS

Monty S.  
CFO  
  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "IDU's great budgeting tool will help make the right decisions!"

March 30, 2016

5.0

Pros

The budget & forecast application is user friendly and supports driving responsibility for managing budgets to the budget owners, and assists the Finance team to effectively monitor budgets and forecast accurately. IDU has a great culture - the team have the right skill sets & knowledge / experience, understand the budget process (not just good application developers!), and fully support you from day one through to successful implementation and beyond. This is the experience a customer wants with a product and the service!

Cons

There is nothing to complain about - really! Whilst one can always improve on a product and service, I always get the impression that IDU are already one step ahead planning for the next improvements to their product when as a user you suggest an improvement.

Review Source

AH

Ashraf H.  
Systems Analyst  
Insurance  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Ashraf Hay Review"

February 28, 2017

4.0

None

Pros

I find IDU intuitive and easy to use. Everything is where you expect it to be and also works in the way you expect it to.

Cons

No Cons. With the ever changing landscape, there are always opportunities for enhancements in functionality

Review Source

JD

Jack D.  
Finance Director  
Media Production  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Recommended Budget and reporting tool"

February 28, 2020

4.0

It's too early for me to have a fair evaluation.

Pros

not many budgeting tools around and do like the reporting tools therein.

Cons

Have not really use the software so fare.. from the presentation i had i would suggest the numerous and paste that need to be done for the employee remuneration.

Review Source

Response from IDU

March 17, 2020

Dear Jack Thank you for taking the time to write this review, even though you are fairly new to the system. We hope once you have used it for a longer period of time and that you get more comfortable with the features and functionality you will be able to harness the full power of the idu-Concept system. Remember our Account Management and Consulting team is always available to help with training, and answering any queries you may have. We are also very excited to let you know that we will soon be launching an online idu-Concept training tool. Kind regards The IDU Team

TB

Tinyiko B.  
Budget officer  
Government Administration  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great budgeting tool"

August 7, 2023

5.0

Over the +10 years we have used IDU we have had great support where IDU has been able to explore our requirements over and above the standard functionalities

Pros

The ease of customising the tool to fit our organisations ever changing budgeting requirements

Cons

Some enhancement that require developers input need to be placed on a wish list

Review Source

Response from IDU

August 8, 2023

Hi Tinyiko Thank you for taking the time to write a review of IDU-Concept, we really appreciate your feedback. The IDU Team

EK

Esti K.  
Financial Manager  
Logistics and Supply Chain  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "IDU software"

February 22, 2017

5.0

Wonderful product with vast applications and functionalities

Pros

It's adaptability - we are not a cookie cutter type business and IDU could still adapt to meet our needs.

Cons

The admin side can be a bit confusing for users.

Review Source

NN

Natashia N.  
Financial Accountant  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Idu Financial reporting "

September 10, 2018

3.0

overall the Idu team has always assisted and help resolve my queries , so a good experience

Pros

it is user friendly , once you understand the sytem navigation is easier.

Cons

Updateting users acess in every Fiscal set

Review Source

AM

Annah M.  
Group Financial Accountant  
Retail  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Easy to use"

September 23, 2019

5.0

My overall experience with this product has been excellent. We are very happy with it.

Pros

The thing i like most about idu-Concept is how easy it is to use!

Cons

I can't think of something that i like least.

Review Source

WD

Willem D.  
Director of Operations  
Primary/Secondary Education  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A brief testimonial of Idu-Concept"

March 16, 2016

4.5

Pros

Proudly South African, developed with our unique requirements and collective character in mind. Keeping up with the latest technological as well as other related developments at all times, responding positively to the requirements of individual clients as well as clients within a specific industry (in our case, the Higher Education (HE) sector). Finally, a helpdesk as well as other technical and client support services operating at the speed of light.

Cons

Nothing, really! I can simply not think up anything!

Review Source

BD

Buyisile D.  
Financial Accountant  
Utilities  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Budgeting / Forecasting"

May 25, 2021

5.0

Budgeting has been made easy.

Pros

Easy to use. Can be used by all the Budget holders at the same time.

Cons

Need to improve the Budget reporting. I must be able to create my own reports.

Review Source

Response from IDU

June 7, 2021

Dear Buyisile Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of idu-Concept. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

AS

Abrie S.  
IT Manager  
Farming  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Business Transparency"

May 3, 2018

4.0

Pros

Up to date reporting info everyday within GL accounts. Ease of budgeting process. Data in easy to read format.

Cons

Speed improvements on SQL queries, loading of data, and capturing data. 13 Companies in total consolidated.

Review Source

MS

Marlize S.  
Finance Manager  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "You have the ability to modify the layout and it populates actuals which helps with analysis."

September 16, 2019

4.0

Pros

You have the ability to modify the layout and it populates actuals which helps with analysis.

Cons

It can sometimes be quite complicated to link the various elements (accounts, cost centers, allocations etc\_

Review Source

GV

Gerhard V.  
Group Management Accountant  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "IDU Concept"

August 15, 2023

4.0

Pros

Great customer support with knowledgeable staff.

Cons

Customizing or changing existing reports not easily done by users.

Review Source

NB

Nadeem B.  
Group Accountant  
Media Production  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "IDU software review"

February 27, 2020

4.0

N/A as we are still in the implementation phase.

Pros

The software seems to be a robust budgetary and reporting tool. It can help you get to the detail of your GL and be very useful as an analytical tool.

Cons

The set up seems very complicated, especially as an admin user. It is sometimes confusing as the same wording appears on different menus / sub menus.

Review Source

Response from IDU

March 23, 2020

Dear Nadeem Thank you for writing a review of idu-Concept. We hope that once the software is fully implemented and that as you start using it more, that you will find it easier to use, and administer. Our consulting team and helpdesk are always available to answer any questions you may have. Kind regards Rochelle

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