IT Aware

IT Aware is a long-established software company in Roodepoort CBD, serving organisations that need practical, data-driven technology and skills solutions. Founded in 1999 and based in Roodepoort in Gauteng, the business has grown from a focused IT consultancy into a trusted partner for both digital transformation and skills development across South Africa. From education and training bodies to corporate and public sector institutions, IT Aware helps clients align their people, processes, and systems with real-world business goals. Drawing on a team of experienced software developers and skills development professionals, IT Aware combines technical strength with a clear understanding of South Africa’s regulatory and skills landscape. The company’s work is rooted in the realities of SETAs, the Skills Development Act, and large-scale organisational needs, which enables them to deliver solutions that are not just technically sound but also compliant and scalable. Based in Roodepoort, IT Aware services clients nationally, with ongoing support that keeps systems and skills initiatives relevant as requirements evolve.

Specialties

IT Aware operates at the intersection of Digital Agencies & Tech, offering a blend of IT consulting and skills development consulting that is rare in the Roodepoort CBD and broader Johannesburg market. On the technology side, the company specialises in the development of customised information systems tailored to each client’s operational model. This includes Management Information Systems (MIS), skills audit survey platforms, and document management solutions that help organisations streamline their workflows, centralise data, and gain clearer oversight of their operations. The team’s strong background in database design and maintenance, web development and design, business process analysis, system maintenance, online project management, and content management systems allows IT Aware to build robust digital platforms that support long-term growth. What sets the business apart is its parallel expertise in skills development consulting, encompassing skills audits, occupation profiling, facilitation, research, and project management. IT Aware has supported significant large-scale skills surveys in the public sector, demonstrating the capacity to serve organisations of any size. Underpinning these specialties is a commitment to practical, cost-conscious technology choices. IT Aware makes strategic use of open source software, giving clients flexible and cost-effective solutions that avoid unnecessary licensing burdens while remaining secure and configurable to local needs.

Why Choose IT Aware

• - Established since 1999 with a long track record in both IT consulting and skills development consulting in Roodepoort and across South Africa - Deep SETA and Skills Development Act expertise, ideal for organisations operating in the education, training, and public sector environments - Custom-built information systems, including MIS, survey platforms, and document management solutions tailored to each client’s operations - Proven large-scale delivery, including extensive skills survey and audit experience for organisations with complex structures and large employee bases - Use of open source technologies to provide flexible, scalable, and cost-effective digital solutions aligned with your budget and future growth - Diverse, HDI-owned SMME with a targeted recruitment approach that supports unemployed graduates and builds local technical capacity

Location & Accessibility

IT Aware is located in Willowbrook in Roodepoort, within easy reach of the Roodepoort CBD and the wider Johannesburg metropolitan area in Gauteng. The business is situated in a professional office park environment, making it a convenient choice for organisations based in nearby commercial hubs as well as those visiting from other parts of the city. Its Roodepoort location offers straightforward access via major roads and public transport routes, which is particularly useful for clients and partners who prefer in-person consultations and project workshops.

Get in Touch

Organisations seeking a reliable partner for IT consulting, software development, and skills development solutions in Roodepoort and beyond are encouraged to connect with IT Aware. Reach out to discuss your current systems, data, and skills challenges, and explore how tailored digital platforms and structured skills development initiatives can support your long-term strategy.