InfoDocs is a South African startup that provides software solutions to help businesses manage compliance with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) standards. The platform is designed to simplify company secretarial services, making it easier for businesses to maintain statutory records, file annual returns, and manage shareholder information.
InfoDocs was founded in 2017 in Port Alfred, South Africa, by Joshua Alexandre and his father, Chris Alexandre. The company was established to address the challenges faced by businesses in complying with statutory requirements. Since its inception, InfoDocs has grown significantly, serving over 30,000 companies and more than 70,000 directors and members.
In its early days, InfoDocs raised a small seed round and received a grant from the Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA) in 2019. The company became profitable in 2020, indicating a successful business model and positive market reception.
InfoDocs offers a cloud-based platform that automates various company secretarial tasks. Key features include:
InfoDocs continuously updates its platform to meet evolving compliance needs. Recent enhancements include features for recording beneficial ownership details and tools to help businesses comply with the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) regulations.
InfoDocs is committed to simplifying compliance processes and making statutory requirements accessible and manageable for businesses of all sizes. The company values innovation, efficiency, and transparency, aiming to reduce the administrative burden on business owners and professionals.
InfoDocs serves a diverse user base, including small accounting firms and prominent accounting firms like Iridium Business Solutions and Outsourced CFO. The platform is used by over 10,000 companies to manage nearly 100,000 companies' compliance needs. InfoDocs aims to expand its services to 100,000 companies by 2025.
