4Sight Acquires HR Specialist XFour

Founded in 2017 by Clark Fourie, Jaco Smit and Shaun O’Reilly, XFour is a South African business specialising in integrating and optimising HR and payroll systems in 20 countries across Africa. 

4Sight Acquires HR Specialist XFour. Portal ERP South Africa

As African businesses rapidly adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI), South African technology firm 4Sight Holdings has strengthened its position in the market by acquiring XFour Group, a specialist in HR and payroll technology integration, for $2.2 million (R40 million).  

This strategic move highlights the growing synergy between AI and human resource management, enhancing 4Sight’s People Solutions division and reinforcing its competitive advantage. XFour’s expertise lies in its cloud-based interface for Sage 300 People, which combines global scalability with localized responsiveness.  

With a proven track record in enterprise projects, XFour has successfully deployed solutions for major clients with workforces exceeding 10,000 employees. Its methodology and dedicated resource model ensure seamless implementation, along with ongoing support to drive long-term client success.  

Headquartered in Centurion, 4Sight emphasized that the acquisition not only bolsters its digital transformation offerings but also aligns with its broader vision of revolutionizing HR through AI and automation. Operating in over 20 African countries, 4Sight believes XFour’s capabilities will accelerate growth, innovation, and client value in an evolving workplace landscape.  

4Sight Group CEO Tertius Zitzke highlighted XFour’s dynamic talent and innovative approach as key assets that will drive future success. Founded in 2017 by Clark Fourie, Jaco Smit, and Shaun O’Reilly, XFour specializes in optimizing HR and payroll systems, streamlining complex workflows with precision.  

XFour’s product suite includes RocketSlip, a mobile-first employee self-service platform leveraging WhatsApp for HR interactions, and XOne, a scalable solution for onboarding, timesheet management, and offboarding.  

The acquisition marks a pivotal step in 4Sight’s long-term strategy to deliver cutting-edge digital transformation solutions, particularly in the era of Industry 5.0. By integrating XFour’s HR and payroll expertise, 4Sight aims to enhance its enterprise offerings and unlock synergies between AI-driven automation and HR processes.  

According to Zitzke, this partnership will amplify the impact of 4Sight’s Automated Intelligence (4AI) solutions, empowering businesses to optimize HR operations, build sustainable models, and drive large-scale transformation. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to innovation, agility, and redefining technology’s role in HR to maximize organizational value.