LabourGenie.net, a South African workforce management and HR implementation services provider operating across the healthcare, retail, manufacturing, hospitality and aviation sectors, has signed a reseller partnership with Factorial, an HR technology company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. Factorial's platform serves more than 16,000 companies across more than 90 countries and is built around what the company calls Factorial One, a system for managing HR, finance and IT operations that uses infrastructure from Microsoft and OpenAI.
Through the partnership, LabourGenie.net will provide local sales, implementation, consulting and support services for Factorial's platform across Southern Africa. Factorial's software is designed to automate routine administrative tasks, centralize employee information, manage leave and attendance, and digitize performance review processes.
The companies pointed to pressure on HR teams across the region to manage compliance requirements, support hybrid work and deliver workforce insights while often relying on disconnected systems and manual processes.
Dereck Sigamoney, Managing Director of LabourGenie.net, described the rationale for the partnership: "At LabourGenie.net, our focus has always been on helping organisations unlock the full potential of their people through technology. Factorial aligns perfectly with that vision. It is intuitive, scalable, and designed for modern businesses that want to move beyond administrative HR, creating workplaces that are more productive, connected, and employee-focused. We are excited to bring this solution to our customers and help them navigate the future of work with confidence."
Ruben Naidoo, Operations Director at LabourGenie.net, addressed the operational problem the partnership is meant to solve: "Many businesses are still managing critical HR processes across multiple systems and spreadsheets. Factorial provides a single, intuitive platform that brings these functions together, while our local implementation and support expertise helps customers realise value quickly and confidently. We believe this combination will enable organisations across Southern Africa to work smarter, make better decisions, and create stronger employee experiences."
Paolo Urzi, Partnership Development Manager for Africa at Factorial, said the partnership supports the company's expansion plans in the region: "Southern Africa is an exciting and rapidly evolving market. We see enormous potential for organisations to leverage technology to improve efficiency, strengthen employee engagement, and support sustainable growth. LabourGenie.net has built a strong reputation as a trusted workforce management specialist, making it the ideal partner to help us expand our presence and deliver meaningful value to customers throughout the region."
Francesc Rul·lan, Director of Expansion Strategy and Partnerships at Factorial, framed the partnership within the company's broader presence on the continent: "Africa is one of the most exciting growth regions for HR technology, with organisations increasingly looking for smarter ways to manage and empower their people. Our partnership with LabourGenie.net brings together Factorial's global expertise and innovation with a partner that deeply understands the Southern African market. Together, we are well positioned to help businesses modernise their HR operations, improve employee experiences, and support sustainable growth."
Factorial reached unicorn status in 2022 and most recently raised $150 million at a $2.5 billion valuation, with more than $700 million in total capital raised to date. The partnership with LabourGenie.net is effective immediately, with Factorial's products now available for sale and implementation throughout Southern Africa.
