CRT Digital

CRT Digital is a South African web and digital agency founded in 2013 by brothers Neall and Ryan Siems. Based in George and Cape Town, the firm serves clients across South Africa, Europe, the UK, and Australia. The team builds custom websites, e-commerce platforms, software solutions, mobile apps, and design assets for businesses of varying sizes. Rather than applying templates, the agency positions itself around understanding each client's specific needs and building long-term partnerships.

Services and capabilities

The core offering spans website design, e-commerce development, custom software, and mobile app creation. Website projects typically range from R5,000 to R50,000+ depending on size and features. The team emphasizes responsive design, SEO optimization, and user experience across all work.

E-commerce solutions are custom-built and can integrate with payment gateways including PayFast, PayGate, SagePay, PayU, PayPal, and SnapScan. The agency handles shipping integrations via APIs from Aramax, Collivery/MDS, Dawn Wing, and Globe Flight. Back-end connections to accounting platforms like Xero, SageOne, and QuickBooks are standard. Customers receive product management systems, order tracking areas, and wishlists built into storefronts.

Software development covers web-based applications, APIs, and databases. Project pricing is quoted on hourly rates with estimated timeframes based on specifications. The team has built examples including e-commerce platforms, stock management tools, lead and sales management systems, corporate intranets, production management systems, FinTech platforms, PropTech platforms, student portals, POS systems, booking systems, and analytics dashboards. The agency also offers Xero integration and WhatsApp integration as specific services.

The design and branding team handles logo work, UX/UI design, graphic design for marketing materials, and branding strategy. Digital marketing services include SEO, social media management, and email newsletter campaigns. Web and server hosting solutions range from basic static site packages to dedicated enterprise infrastructure with business email included.

Notable work

Portfolio clients include Caprichem (website, e-commerce, custom software), Tora Grace (website, e-commerce, custom software, branding), Gift Lady (website, e-commerce, custom software), Swop & Stay (e-commerce, custom software), Forest Tabs (website, custom software, mobile app), WeatherGuard (website, custom software), Gap Consulting (website, custom software), Eden Medispa (website, custom software), Absolute Flooring (website, custom software, branding), and Tada Promotions (website, custom software). Other completed projects span Pineview Day Nursery, Vision Africa, Groenkloof, MiMed, Bare Feet OT, Earp Construction, Empower, Finovo, Fibre Trade, Absolute Orthopaedics, Theo Pauw, and Dreamtax.

How they work

Engagement begins with a consultation to understand business goals and requirements. The team then develops custom solutions tailored to those needs. Pricing for websites runs from R5,000 to R50,000+ depending on complexity; e-commerce projects range from R20,000 to R100,000+ based on features and integrations; software development is quoted on hourly rates with estimated project timeframes. The agency emphasizes ongoing support beyond launch, including maintenance and technical assistance.

Team and credentials

Founded by Neall Siems and Ryan Siems, CRT Digital operates from George and Cape Town. The source does not specify overall team size, certifications, or partnership statuses. The team describes itself as including experienced designers, developers, and marketers focused on staying current with web development, design, and digital marketing trends.