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Minimum project size 10 consulting hours or $990 plus GST
Australia’s #1
Zoho Experts
Australia’s Top Zoho Partner for 2023 and 2024 as rated by Zoho, Smartmates are Australia’s leading Zoho experts.
Only $99 per hour plus GST
Australia’s top ranked Zoho Partner
Serving 30+ industries, Australia-wide
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Minimum project value $2,475 plus GST or 25 consulting hours.
Delighting Clients Australia-wide
Chris McKelvie, Catch.com.au
Trustworthy, reliable and excellent account management – Smartmates powered our Zoho One rollout as we grew from zero to $200 million in 12 months.
Chris McKelvie, Catch.com.au
Trustworthy, reliable and excellent account management – Smartmates powered our Zoho One rollout as we grew from zero to $200 million in 12 months.
Drain Fiis, Lovisa
Highly recommended, we relied on Smartmates to help automate our global store expansion schedule with Zoho. Superb consultants.
Drain Fiis, Lovisa
Highly recommended, we relied on Smartmates to help automate our global store expansion schedule with Zoho. Superb consultants.
Alex Orfanos, Employers Comp
Smartmates built our customer portal with Zoho One to our exacting requirements boosting efficiency and reducing headaches, love it.
Antony Dutton, Provender
Exceptional value for money, and top tier consulting experience, Smartmates understands our business and adapts Zoho to power it forward.
We Know Zoho
Our team brings deep expertise in all 60+ Zoho applications, providing you with knowledgeable support and customised solutions.
Zoho Integration Experts
We specialise in creating robust integrations with Zoho, connecting it seamlessly with 100s of platforms and systems.
Australia’s Most Certified Zoho Partner
Our team holds the highest number of Zoho certifications in the country, ensuring that we deliver top-tier, knowledgeable, and efficient solutions to our clients.
Serving 30+ industries
We’ve transformed businesses in all types of Aussie industries.
How can we help?
Damien Richards
I’ll listen to your Zoho needs
I’ll bring a certified Zoho engineer onto our first consultation
We’ll deliver your free project plan quotation
“My mission is to solve your key problems, build your trust in our capabilities and deliver exceptional value for money.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Smartmates?
Smartmates is a prepaid consulting company that specialises in software engineering and project management. Known for our team of experienced professionals, Smartmates is committed to delivering high-quality services. We focus on using our expertise to bring projects to successful completion, emphasising skill, efficiency, and client satisfaction in our approach.
How does Smartmates bill for services?
Our billing model is straightforward and transparent. We bill based on the actual time our team spends on your project. This time-based approach ensures accuracy and fairness, avoiding the pitfalls of fixed-fee services. After understanding your needs, we'll suggest a prepaid consulting pack, debiting time from your balance as we work, with regular Smartmates Statements detailing our progress and time spent.
What is a prepaid consulting company?
As a prepaid consulting company, Smartmates requires payment upfront through prepaid packs. This model underpins our commitment to transparent and honest billing. You can choose to prepay for a smaller phase of a larger project if you prefer, and we'll guide you on the best approach based on your project's specific needs.
How do I know how my prepaid pack is used?
Your Smartmates Statement, issued regularly, will provide a detailed account of the tasks completed and the time spent by our team. You'll have a clear record of all the work done towards your project, ensuring complete transparency and accountability.
What services does Smartmates bill for?
Our billing covers a wide range of services, including project initiation, strategic consultation, quality assurance, post-implementation support, project management, and client-specific services. Each minute spent by our team in these areas is meticulously recorded and accounted for in our billing.
How are services quoted at Smartmates, and what will I pay?
We provide educated estimates for our services, reflecting our extensive experience and historical data. These estimates offer a projection of delivery time and total cost, which may adjust based on actual hours worked due to the dynamic nature of software engineering.
How can I track the work done by Smartmates?
Through our Smartmates Statements, you'll receive a detailed account of all tasks performed, the time spent, and the specific nature of each task. Reviewing these statements within 5 business days is crucial for transparency and agreement on the work done.
Are bug fixes and technical resolutions billable?
Yes, bug fixing and technical resolutions are billable services. These tasks are part of the ongoing development process and are essential for maintaining the quality and effectiveness of your software.
How does a change in instructions affect billing and timelines?
Any change in your instructions may impact the billing and timeline of your project. We're flexible and will work with you to adjust the project plan and costs, maintaining clear communication throughout the process to align with your evolving requirements. We’ll require you to cover any additional costs that your change in instructions may incur based on our time-based billing model.
Where can I find your terms of service?
Our Terms of Service are detailed in our comprehensive Service Agreement. This document covers various aspects including our mutual obligations, the scope of services, billing and payment terms, project management, client responsibilities, and intellectual property rights. It also outlines policies related to refunds, changes in client instructions, bug fixing, and technical resolutions, as well as our commitment to ethical principles and professional conduct. We encourage you to read the Service Agreement to understand the full extent of our terms and policies. For a complete view of our Terms of Service, please click here to access the full document.