Softech

What Softech does

Softech Corporation (Công ty Cổ phần Softech, UPCOM ticker: SFT) is a Vietnamese IT company founded in 2001 and headquartered in Da Nang, with branch offices in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, and Hue. The company operates across two integrated business lines: packaged enterprise software and IT training services. Its core software portfolio comprises three proprietary platforms — Softech HRS (a human resource management system for attendance, payroll, and personnel management with Cloud, Express, Professional, and Enterprise tiers plus a mobile companion app), Softech-ECS (an electronic customs declaration suite with four sub-modules — KDĐT for commercial/investment, SXXK for production-for-export, GC for toll processing, and an agency module — certified by the Vietnam General Department of Customs under Official Dispatch 234/CNTT-CNTT), and Softech EGOV (e-government software including the Online Accommodation Declaration system used by Vietnamese police forces for hotel guest tracking). A separate multi-vendor e-commerce platform supports 50+ payment gateways and major shipping carriers. Technology is built primarily on .NET, SQL Server, Java, PHP, and Oracle stacks, with CMMI Level 3 (March 2012) and ISO 9001:2008 certifications supporting enterprise procurement.

Softech sells to three primary verticals: Japanese and domestic manufacturing enterprises (using HRS for complex multi-shift, piece-rate payroll at sites such as Mabuchi Motor's 6,000-worker Da Nang factory); import/export and processing manufacturers (using ECS for customs declarations, with 1,000+ ECS customers nationwide); and municipal and provincial government agencies (using EGOV for e-government and accommodation tracking, including a Da Nang deployment covering 90%+ of local hotels and a Hanoi police deployment with 500+ hotels). Pricing is per-machine or per-company-code for perpetual licenses plus annual maintenance on software products, while training services are delivered through the Sofia Aptech franchise (international programming certification with Aptech India since 2001), Sofia Arena (multimedia arts), and the AMA English Center franchise launched in Hanoi in 2012.

The company monetizes through three revenue streams: software licensing and subscriptions (HRS, ECS, e-commerce), outsourced/offshore software development for Japanese, US, European, and Taiwanese clients, and IT/language training services. Distribution is primarily direct enterprise sales with on-site implementation, supplemented by a self-serve download channel for ECS products and a franchise/channel model for training.

Name

Softech

Legal name

Công ty Cổ phần Softech

Website

https://softech.vn

Company type

Public

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Softech is a Vietnamese IT company that develops and supports enterprise software — HRMS (Softech HRS), electronic customs (Softech-ECS), and e-government (Softech EGOV) — serving manufacturers, import/export firms, and government agencies nationwide, while also operating IT and English training franchises under the Softech Aptech, Softech Arena, and AMA brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Enterprise Software

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Software Publishers (513210)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Software/Application Support (SaaS, Enterprise Apps) (BPAAACAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Sales, Customer Service & Soft Skills Training (BPACANAD)

Keywords

• Enterprise HR software
• Customs declaration software
• E-government solutions
• IT training services
• E-commerce platforms

Headquarters

HQ city

Da Nang

HQ country

Vietnam

HQ region

Asia

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Software Licensing and Subscriptions: Perpetual licenses and annual subscriptions for HRS, ECS, and e-commerce software products. Enterprise versions priced per user with customization fees.
2. Software Outsourcing/Offshore Development: Custom software development services for Japanese, US, European, and Taiwanese clients. Focus on retail, CRM, web applications, and mobile development.
3. IT Training Services: International IT certification programs through Aptech partnership, language training through AMA, and custom corporate training programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Softech develops and sells enterprise software products including the Softech HRS human resource management system (attendance, payroll, employee management), Softech-ECS electronic customs declaration software for import/export businesses, Softech e-government solutions (including online accommodation declaration), and a multi-vendor e-commerce platform. The company also operates international IT and multimedia training centers (Softech Aptech, Softech Arena) and provides custom software development services for Japanese, US, European, and Taiwanese clients.

Product overview

Softech's product portfolio consists of enterprise software products organized around three core platforms — Softech HRS (human resources management), Softech-ECS (electronic customs clearance), and Softech EGOV (e-government) — alongside a multi-vendor e-commerce platform. Softech HRS comprises four product tiers (Cloud, Express, Professional/Enterprise, and Mobile) and is a cloud/server-based HRMS for attendance tracking, payroll, and personnel management targeting businesses and government agencies. Softech-ECS consists of four sub-systems — KDĐT (commercial/investment), SXXK (manufacturing export), GC (toll processing), and a customs agency module — covering all major Vietnamese customs declaration regimes with digital signature support and electronic data exchange certified by Vietnam Customs. Softech EGOV covers civil databases, accommodation declaration (Lưu trú), and one-stop government portals. The e-commerce platform supports multi-store, multi-vendor, and multi-language online retail with integrated payment gateways and shipping carriers. In addition, Softech operates two branded training divisions — Softech Aptech (international IT/professional programming and networking training, established 2001) and Softech Arena (international multimedia arts training) — that are presented alongside the software products on the corporate website.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Softech-HRS: Human Resources Management - Timekeeping - Payroll software system with versions including Cloud, Express, Professional, and Enterprise.
• Softech-ECS
• Softech-Egov
• Softech eCommerce
• MobiTechPro

Products and services

• Softech HRS Enterprise Human resource management system covering payroll, time and attendance, and employee information management for large manufacturing enterprises with thousands of workers and complex shift/piece-rate payroll structures. Built on .NET Framework 4.0 and SQL Server 2008, deployable on cloud or on-premise.
• Softech-ECS Customs Declaration Software Electronic customs clearance software with multiple sub-modules for import/export business types including manufacturing, processing, and agency functions, supporting digital signatures and electronic data interchange with Vietnam Customs. Used by 1,000+ companies nationwide.
• Softech Online Accommodation Declaration System (Lưu trú) Government e-government solution that manages guest registration for hotels and accommodation facilities, enabling police and local authorities to track visitors in real-time from ward to city level. Built on Oracle and C# .NET.
• Softech eCommerce Platform Multi-vendor e-commerce platform supporting multi-store, multi-language, multi-currency, and multi-warehouse configurations with over 50 payment gateways, major shipping carrier integrations, inventory management, and SEO tools for online retailers.
• Softech EGOV E-Government Suite E-government software suite covering civil registration databases, online business licensing, construction permits, civil status databases, one-stop administrative portals, and the e-government framework, deployed for Vietnamese government agencies.
• Softech Aptech IT Training Center International IT professional training center offering ACCP international programming certification, mobile development, MCSE networking, and CCNA courses for IT students and professionals.
• Softech Arena Multimedia Arts Training International multimedia arts training center offering digital content and multimedia production courses including animation, game design, and digital art, paired with English language training.
• Softech HRS Mobile Mobile companion application for Softech HRS that allows HR managers and employees to access staff profiles, send broadcast communications, and view birthday reminders on iOS and Android devices.

Quantifiable outcome

• 55% reduction in HR management costs
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• METI (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japan)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014Japanese government internship program for Japanese students and young professionals. Softech receives interns for practical training as part of bilateral human resources development program. Coordinated with HIDA and JETRO.
• HIDA (Human Resources and Industry Development Association)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014Japanese organization implementing overseas internship programs. Partners with Softech for internship placements in Vietnam under METI program.
• JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014Japanese trade promotion organization coordinating with Softech on METI internship program implementation.
• American Academy - AMAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 November 2011Franchise partnership for English language training. AMA Hanoi launched March 31, 2012 as 9th center in the AMA system. Brings international English language training standards to Northern Vietnam with Active Learning methodology.
• Aptech (India)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2001International partnership for IT training franchise. Softech Aptech operates as authorized training center delivering Aptech's ACCP international programming certification program. Programs include HDSE (Higher Diploma in Software Engineering) and DISM (Diploma in Information Systems Management).
• VNPT (Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications)coreTechnology or IntegrationVNPT provides telecommunications infrastructure and hosts Softech headquarters building. Strategic relationship for IT infrastructure services.
• Vietnam Customs AuthoritycoreTechnology or IntegrationGovernment partnership for electronic customs data interchange. Softech ECS certified for data exchange with government customs systems under official certification 234/CNTT-CNTT.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• VNG Corporation: Vietnamese technology conglomerate (Zalo, Zing, gaming, cloud) listed on Nasdaq. While focused more on consumer/internet products, VNG competes for the same pool of Vietnamese IT talent and has begun expanding into enterprise SaaS adjacent to Softech's market.
• CMC Corporation: One of Vietnam's largest IT conglomerates spanning telecom, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise software. Overlaps with Softech on IT services, custom development, and enterprise solutions, but operates at significantly greater scale across multiple verticals.
• SAP SE: Global enterprise software incumbent with SAP SuccessFactors HCM and SAP ERP competing head-to-head with Softech HRS in HR/payroll for large enterprises. Softech's HRS Enterprise is positioned as a lower-cost Vietnam-market alternative to SAP for the manufacturing vertical.

Others

• NIIT Limited: Indian global IT training and education company offering programming certifications, digital marketing, and corporate training. Comparable to Softech Aptech's training business model and international certification programs, though operating at much larger global scale.
• Aptech Limited (India): Indian IT training and education company that is Softech's direct franchise partner for Softech Aptech (ACCP, HDSE, DISM programs). Comparable as an IT training operator and as the international brand parent of Softech's training subsidiary.

Direct peers

• TMA Solutions: Vietnamese IT outsourcing and software development firm with deep roots in Da Nang, the same home market as Softech. TMA provides custom software development, QA, and DevOps services to global clients, overlapping directly with Softech's offshore development business and competing for the same talent pool in Central Vietnam.
• MISA JSC: Leading Vietnamese enterprise software publisher focused on accounting, ERP, and HR/payroll products (MISA SME, MISA AMIS). Directly competes with Softech HRS in the Vietnamese HRMS market, with comparable mid-market and SMB positioning, subscription-based licensing, and country-wide channel sales.
• FAST Vietnam (formerly Fast e-Invoice): Vietnamese software firm specializing in tax, e-invoice, e-customs, and e-government solutions certified by the Vietnam General Department of Customs. Directly competes with Softech-ECS in customs declaration software and overlaps in the broader government/enterprise compliance software category.
• FPT Software: Largest Vietnamese IT services and software company, providing custom software development, enterprise applications, and digital transformation services to global and Vietnamese clients. Directly comparable to Softech on the software outsourcing, enterprise solutions, and offshore development dimensions, though at materially greater scale.
• LTS Group (Lạc Việt): Vietnamese enterprise software company offering HR, accounting, ERP, and e-government solutions (Lạc Việt HR, Bravo HR). Directly competes with Softech HRS in the Vietnamese HRMS market, particularly with SMB and mid-market customers in Da Nang and Central Vietnam.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/softechdanang

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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