What we do
Our services
Analytics
Our analytics solutions help you make data-driven decisions with powerful insights and visualisation tools.
Advisory
Our expert advisory services provide guidance and support for your public sector planning and implementation needs.
Software Solutions
We provide innovative technology solutions tailored for the public sector, including custom software development, digital transformation, system integration, data management, maintenance & support, and consulting services.
Analytics
Our analytics solutions help you make data-driven decisions with powerful insights and visualisation tools.
Advisory
Our expert advisory services provide guidance and support for your public sector planning and implementation needs.
Software Solutions
We provide innovative technology solutions tailored for the public sector, including custom software development, digital transformation, system integration, data management, maintenance & support, and consulting services.
Why choose us?
Proven where it matters most
Novus³ has been trusted by South Africa’s largest metros — Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni — as well as dozens of smaller municipalities, provincial treasuries and international partners like the World Bank. Over the past five years we’ve developed more than 95% of the Capital Expenditure Frameworks produced in South Africa. Our solutions aren’t theoretical; they’ve been tested and refined in the real world for over a decade.
One platform, built for the job
Our CP³ solution brings project planning, prioritisation, budgeting and reporting together in a single system — not a patchwork of separate tools held together by manual workarounds. It’s spatially informed, aligned with National Treasury requirements and MFMA compliance out of the box, and configurable to each client’s structures, priorities and reporting needs.
A partner, not just a product
With Novus³’s products, there’s no pay-per-user pricing, no hidden costs and no fees to unlock functionality — when we improve the platform, every client benefits immediately. Our multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, finance specialists, data scientists and developers shoulders the heavy lifting of onboarding and stays on hand with practical advice built on years of hands-on experience.
Fits into how you already work
Novus³’s CP³ solution connects to other systems through tested APIs, imports existing data through simple Excel-based templates, and produces reports in the exact formats National Treasury requires. Adopting our tools doesn’t mean ripping out what you have — it means making it work better.
Decisions grounded in evidence
We combine spatial analytics, financial modelling and multi-criteria prioritisation so that investment decisions are transparent, defensible and based on data — not guesswork. Where a project sits, what it costs, whether it’s ready and what impact it will have all feed into a single, coherent decision-making framework.
Pioneers, then and now
Novus³ was first to market with CP³ — South Africa’s original purpose-built capital planning and prioritisation solution — and more than a decade on, the offering remains unique. Increasingly, that pioneering work is being recognised internationally, with global development institutions turning to us to help shape the next generation of capital investment planning tools.
What our clients say
The CaPS is revolutionary and brings a new level to capital investment planning and budgeting, endorsing good governance.
Over and above this, we were particularly impressed with the level of innovation, professionalism, and commitment – this exceeded all expectations.
We have found the performance of Novus³ exemplary and will contract them for further studies.
The city is very satisfied with the system functionality and outputs, as well as the professional support provided by Novus³ throughout the annual capital planning and budgeting process.
We acknowledge the excellent work done by Novus³ and recommend them for any other work of this nature.
The team was very professional and knowledgeable.
We are pleased to recommend Novus³ as a partner in whatever endeavour you seek to undertake.
Novus³’s commitment to the project was truly exceptional and we found them highly competent.
The team was very professional!
We acknowledge the excellent work done by Novus³ and would recommend them for any similar work.
Novus³’s commitment to us was truly exceptional and we found them highly competent.
I can confirm that we have been successfully supported throughout our planning process with a high level of professionalism.
Our city is very satisfied with the output delivered by Novus³.
The services of Novus³ were fundamental in developing our Built Environment Performance Plan as required by National Treasury.
We can recommend Novus³ for system development and maintenance work based on their professionalism and our satisfaction.
We are very satisfied with the output produced by Novus³, specifically regarding assistance in strategic decision-making, prioritisation, and budgeting.
“We are satisfied with the output produced by Novus³, specifically regarding assistance in strategic decision-making, prioritisation, and budgeting.”
The city is very satisfied with the professional support provided by Novus³ throughout our planning processes.
We are confident that the work Novus³ produces will greatly assist us in strategic decision-making to realise our infrastructure and service-delivery objectives.
The department is satisfied with the quality of work Novus³ produces and was particularly impressed with overall project time management, delivery, and professionalism.
The Novus³ team excelled in planning, prioritisation, and capital project management as part of the capital budgeting cycle and ten-year planning horizon.
The support provided by Novus³ was very professional.
The City is very satisfied with the system functionality, as well as their support regarding strategic decision-making, prioritisation, and budgeting.
During the update of our CEF, Novus³ utilised their bespoke software to successfully qualify our municipality for the Integrated Urban Development Grant.
The City of Johannesburg currently uses the Novus³-developed Capital Planning and Prioritisation Platform (CP3), branded as JSIP, to plan, capture, prioritise, and manage capital projects within its annual capital budget cycle. Key individuals from Novus³ were also responsible for the original Capital Investment Management System (CIMS) for the City of Johannesburg (since 2004). The city remains very satisfied with the JSIP system’s functionality, outputs, and Novus³’s professional support.
Novus³ successfully provided professional services to the City of Tshwane over a three-year period (2019–2022) supporting the Built Environment Performance Plan (BEPP) process, including long-term infrastructure planning, demand quantification, and capital prioritisation. The city was highly satisfied with Novus³’s outputs and professional support.
The City of Tshwane uses the Novus³-developed Capital Planning and Prioritisation Platform (CP3), branded as CAPS, to plan, capture, prioritise, and manage capital projects as part of its annual budget cycle. The city confirms full satisfaction with the system’s functionality, outputs, and Novus³’s continued professional support.
The City of Ekurhuleni confirms the continued use and effectiveness of the Novus³-developed Capital Planning and Prioritisation Platform (CP3). The system has supported the city’s capital investment management processes with high reliability and user satisfaction.
Novus³ developed and supported the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality’s CP3 Capital Planning and Prioritisation System, enabling improved capital project planning, prioritisation, and performance management aligned to municipal budgeting cycles. The municipality is highly satisfied with Novus³’s professional services and technical expertise.
The City of Johannesburg currently uses the Novus³-developed Capital Planning and Prioritisation Platform (CP3), branded as JSIP, to plan, capture, prioritise, and manage capital projects within the city’s annual capital budget cycle. The city is very satisfied with the system functionality, outputs, and professional support provided by Novus³ throughout the annual planning and budgeting process.
SAHPRA contracted Novus³ to design, develop, and implement digital regulatory modules within the SAHPRA Engagement Portal. Novus³ delivered high-quality, validated systems for Health Product and Section 21 applications, demonstrating technical agility, compliance with GxP principles, and alignment with global standards. Their work improved operational efficiency and stakeholder confidence.
Novus³ successfully developed the MFMA Monitoring Dashboard for Gauteng Provincial Treasury. Their data processing, dashboard visualization, and automation expertise significantly enhanced data transparency and decision support. Novus³ delivered on all milestones with professionalism and technical precision.
Novus³ developed and deployed online dashboards for Munsoft, now integrated into its ERP solution offered to over 70 municipalities. These dashboards enable financial performance visualization (liquidity, debtors, etc.) and executive-level decision-making. Munsoft acknowledges Novus³’s technical excellence and innovation.
Munsoft contracted Novus³ to implement GIS-based dashboards for capital investment and budget monitoring for Saldanha Bay Municipality. Novus³ consistently delivered high-quality, on-time results and effective communication. Munsoft confirms full satisfaction with the work.
Munsoft engaged Novus³ to configure and implement GIS-based dashboards using the CP3 platform to visualize capital investment planning, prioritization, and budget monitoring for Lekwa Local Municipality. Their professionalism, technical skill, and delivery quality were excellent.
The City of Tshwane used Novus³ to configure and implement a GIS-based dashboard visualizing service delivery and customer relationship data for the Mayoral War Room. Novus³ delivered with professionalism, responsiveness, and excellent quality, contributing to improved decision-making.
Novus³ was appointed by the Gauteng Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs to develop a GIS-based Dashboard System (Phase 2). The project was completed within budget and schedule, significantly improving organizational operations. Novus³’s professionalism, commitment, and technical expertise were exemplary. Their team provided training and support, contributing to the system’s successful implementation.
Novus³ successfully delivered the Capital Expenditure Framework component of the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality’s Spatial Development Framework. Conducted in partnership with Plan Associates, the work was of high quality and met all expectations.
Novus³ developed the Capital Expenditure Framework for the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) within the Lesedi Local Municipality’s SDF project. Conducted collaboratively with Plan Associates, the study was delivered on time and to complete satisfaction.
Novus³ was appointed to conduct a Capital Expenditure Framework (CEF) for King Cetshwayo District Municipality. The study, undertaken with Plan Associates, was completed to the client’s full satisfaction and is recommended as a benchmark for similar future work.
Novus³ was appointed by the Global Road Safety Partnership (GRSP) for the Ekurhuleni ‘Safe to School, Safe to Home’ project. Their commitment and professionalism were exceptional, and the team demonstrated strong technical competence and reliability. GRSP was highly satisfied with their work and would gladly engage them again.
Novus³ were appointed by the National Department of Cooperative Governance for the simultaneous development of Capital Expenditure Frameworks for five Intermediate City Municipalities: Rustenburg, City of Mbombela, Nkomazi, Fetakgomo Tubatse, and KwaDukuza. Their robust and innovative methodology demonstrated exceptional technical competence, deep policy understanding, and commitment to quality. The Department highly recommends Novus³ as a trusted partner in capital expenditure planning and long-term municipal financial sustainability.
Novus³ successfully developed the Capital Expenditure Framework for Emfuleni Local Municipality. Their dedicated and multidisciplinary team demonstrated strong coordination, technical expertise, and an innovative approach that ensured the municipality’s CEF was well-aligned with spatial and financial objectives. The work exceeded expectations and will support future infrastructure investment decisions.
Novus³ provided professional services for the Development Bank of South Africa on the project compiling a municipal-wide Spatial Development Framework (SDF), Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP), and Capital Expenditure Framework (CEF) for Matzikama Local Municipality. The multidisciplinary team displayed innovative thinking, technical excellence, and seamless collaboration, producing a comprehensive and well-integrated framework.
Novus³ developed the Capital Expenditure Framework for Overstrand Municipality between Q1 2023 and Q1 2024. Their proactive mindset, technical competence, and meticulous attention to detail ensured the delivery of a comprehensive, high-quality CEF tailored to the municipality’s needs.
Novus³ developed the Capital Expenditure Framework for Overstrand Municipality between Q1 2023 and Q1 2024. Their proactive mindset, technical competence, and attention to detail produced a comprehensive, high-quality CEF tailored to municipal needs. Their professionalism and quality assurance were exemplary.
Novus³ successfully provided professional services for the development of a 10-year Capital Expenditure Framework and integrated financial and land use planning for Emfuleni Local Municipality. The department was impressed with Novus³’s project management, professionalism, and ability to enhance strategic decision-making and budgeting processes.
Novus³ successfully provided professional services for the development of a 10-year Capital Expenditure Framework and integrated financial and land use planning for Emfuleni Local Municipality. Gauteng COGTA was highly satisfied with their professionalism, time management, and the project’s contribution to strategic decision-making and budgeting.
Novus³ was appointed to develop the Capital Expenditure Framework (CEF) for uMhlathuze Municipality. Their performance demonstrated high levels of professionalism and a strong understanding of infrastructure investment planning. The project outputs met all expected standards and contributed to improved municipal financial sustainability.
Novus³ was appointed to develop the Capital Expenditure Framework (CEF) for uMhlathuze Municipality. Their professionalism, strategic insight, and technical excellence ensured successful completion of the project and strengthened the municipality’s infrastructure investment planning capacity.
Novus³ successfully developed the Capital Expenditure Framework for Stellenbosch Municipality. The project was delivered with exceptional technical and financial planning rigor, contributing significantly to the municipality’s long-term infrastructure investment strategy.
Novus³ successfully developed a Capital Expenditure Framework for Stellenbosch Municipality. The project was delivered with exceptional technical and financial planning rigor.
Novus³ successfully delivered the Capital Expenditure Framework for Swartland Municipality. Their collaborative, multidisciplinary team demonstrated technical excellence and exceeded expectations in every respect.
Novus³ successfully delivered the Capital Expenditure Framework for Saldanha Bay Municipality. Their expert team integrated technical, financial, and spatial insights with remarkable professionalism and exceeded expectations.
Novus³ successfully developed the Capital Expenditure Framework for Overstrand Municipality. The multidisciplinary team delivered exceptional results with seamless integration of spatial and infrastructure planning, long-term financial modeling, and social profiling.
Novus³ produced an excellent Long-Term Financial Plan for Swartland Municipality as part of the CEF process. Their accuracy, quality assurance, and proactive approach resulted in reliable and client-focused outputs.
Novus³ developed the Capital Expenditure Framework for Swartland Municipality. Their technical competence, dedication, and delivery of high-quality work under tight time constraints reaffirmed their position as a leading provider of spatial and infrastructure planning services.
Novus³ reviewed the Long-Term Financial Plan for Saldanha Bay Municipality with diligence and accuracy. Their deliverables were of high quality, well-structured, and reflected a strong commitment to excellence.
Novus³ demonstrated exceptional quality in developing the Capital Expenditure Framework for Saldanha Bay Municipality between Q1 2023 and Q1 2024. Their proactive approach, precision, and technical excellence made them a highly professional and dependable service provider.
Novus³ was appointed to conduct a Capital Expenditure Framework for Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality. The study was completed to our satisfaction, and we can recommend Novus³ for similar work.
Novus³ conducted a Capital Expenditure Framework for the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development for Lesedi Local Municipality’s SDF. The study was completed to our satisfaction, and we can recommend Novus³ for similar work.
Novus³ delivered the Long-Term Financial Plan as part of the Capital Expenditure Framework process for Overstrand Municipality. Their dedication, professionalism, and technical competence were exemplary. They produced a comprehensive and well-structured LTFP tailored to municipal needs.
Novus³ was appointed to conduct a Capital Expenditure Framework for King Cetshwayo District Municipality. The study was completed to our satisfaction, and we can recommend Novus³ for similar work.
Novus³ provided exceptional services in innovative strategic planning, intergovernmental coordination and planning, intervention prioritization, client engagement, and project management. Their expertise significantly contributed to the formulation of strategies aligned with the DDM Theory of Change.
Developed from scratch and deployed an online application for Munsoft that they are on-selling as part of their ERP solution to 70 municipalities. The application allows municipalities to spatially query financial data related to properties and land use, serving as a revenue enhancement and reporting tool.
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Western Cape
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We help our clients to plan better, prioritise smarter and to deliver confidently.
Novus³ transforms how our clients approach planning and budgeting through innovative methodologies and technology. Our interdisciplinary team delivers solutions that align investment decisions with strategic objectives, ensuring sustainable implementation and measurable outcomes.
Novus³ offers a select range of flagship products, uniquely designed to tackle critical challenges in the public sector and donor-funded environments. These solutions are frequently white-labelled and distributed through our esteemed channel partners, who also provide ongoing support.