Sapphire acquires Quartz to transform back-office operations for recruitment agencies

Sapphire, a contracting and accounting firm based in Manchester, has announced the strategic acquisition of Quartz, a Pay & Bill, timesheet and expense approval platform previously known as My Digital Timesheets.  

The six-figure acquisition, along with the establishment of an in-house software development team, reaffirms Sapphire’s commitment to delivering innovative, technology-driven solutions tailored to the unique needs of recruitment agencies. 

Quartz is a secure, cloud-based platform designed to eliminate the complexities of invoicing clients, paying suppliers and contractors, and tracking financial data. Already processing timesheets from tens of thousands of contractors each week, the system has been shown to speed up back-office operations by up to 80%, significantly reducing the administrative burden on recruitment agencies. 

The platform’s all-in-one portal ensures seamless communication and coordination between recruiters, clients, and contractors, enabling effortless management of timesheets, expenses, invoices, and payments.  

Quartz’s compatibility with leading accounting, payroll, and CRM systems like Xero eliminates manual data entry, saving time and reducing errors. Additionally, its advanced analytics, powered by AWS Quicksight, deliver actionable insights that help agencies identify trends and make data-driven decisions.  

The platform’s white-labelling feature empowers agencies to brand Quartz as their own, ensuring a consistent and professional experience for clients and contractors. Furthermore, Quartz’s flexible, volume-based pricing model adapts to the changing needs of agencies, offering cost-effective solutions across various business cycles. 

Mark Connor, managing director of Sapphire, said: “This acquisition marks a significant milestone for us. Quartz’s capabilities align seamlessly with our vision to streamline processes and elevate service experiences for recruitment agencies. By bringing on board a development team at the same time, we’re not just acquiring cutting-edge technology; we’re fostering ongoing innovation.  

“Our clients can look forward to even more advanced features and integrations in the near future, solidifying Quartz as an essential tool for managing contractor relationships and optimising business operations.” 

For more information about Sapphire and Quartz, please visit www.wearesapphire.co.uk