Real Data Leadership. Global Impact.
Ixia Consulting is a specialist data and analytics firm based in Cape Town, working globally with enterprises who need one thing: results from their data.
Since 2003, we’ve been called into failing SAP go-lives, broken migration projects, dirty data disasters, and forgotten analytics platforms — and turned them around. Fast. We do this through five core services:
Data Migration, Data Governance, Data Quality, Analytics, and Automation.
Our team is senior, sharp, and battle-tested. We work fast, stay close to the business, and don’t overcomplicate. From retail cutovers to mainframe exits, we’ve been trusted by brands across FMCG, finance, mining, and public sector to make data work under pressure.
OUR STRATEGY
HOW WE WORK
- Global delivery from South Africa, with reach into Europe, UK, USA, ASIA and the Middle East
- Deep expertise in SAP, Microsoft, Syniti, Informatica, and open toolsets
- Fix-first, outcome-led approach trusted by major brands
- Proven references. Real results.
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WHY IXIA?
- We lead with clarity — no fluff, no jargon.
- We build sustainable solutions — not fragile quick wins.
- We deliver with pace and transparency — from kickoff to cutover.
- And we work with your teams, not around them.
Need help? Behind schedule? In a mess? We’re ready.
MEET THE FOUNDERS
DAVE WELENSKY
Data Lead & Transformation Specialist
Dave is the person you call when the stakes are high and there’s no room for error. With over two decades in enterprise data, he’s led some of the most complex SAP and legacy-to-S/4HANA migrations globally — and is regularly brought in to fix programs that others can’t.
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- Architected and delivered ERP migrations (SAP ECC, Oracle ,SAP S/4HANA, SAP Retail, SAP ISMedia) globally
- Led data workstreams for banks, energy giants, manufacturing and FMCG multinationals
- Known for bringing stalled programs back on track through structure and clarity
- Built the Ixia Active Data Migration methodology used across global clients
- Expert in SAP Data Services, Information Steward, and AI-driven quality tools
“Migrations don’t fail because of tools — they fail because no one owns the data. We change that.”
“Migrations don’t fail because of tools — they fail because no one owns the data. We change that.” – Dave Welensky
MIKE KRAUS
BI Architect & Automation Strategist
Mike co-founded Ixia with a vision to turn complex data into simple decisions. With 25+ years of experience in business intelligence, automation, and digital transformation, he leads our EPM, analytics, and automation teams. He’s delivered scalable, trusted BI platforms for some of Africa’s largest enterprises — and still gets hands-on with clients.
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- Built Power BI & MicroStrategy ecosystems for Unilever and other global firms
- Expert in Microsoft Power Platform, SAP Analytics Cloud, and MicroStrategy
- Designs custom business applications using Power Apps and Fabric
- Leads automation projects that streamline reporting, approval workflows, and dashboards
- Trusted advisor to CIOs and business teams on how to turn reporting into results
“Reporting should never be static. If it doesn’t drive better decisions, it’s not BI.”
“Reporting should never be static. If it doesn’t drive better decisions, it’s not BI.” – Mike Kraus
WHAT MAKES IXIA DIFFERENT
- We don’t outsource. Your senior team is your delivery team.
- We lead with accountability — in data, migration, and business outcomes.
- We’ve built a proprietary AI-powered DQ tools, Automation Solutions for businesses to handle local and global data.
- We collaborate with clients, not just deliverables.
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WHERE WE WORK
- FMCG
- Banking & Finance
- Manufacturing
- Retail
- Energy & Natural Resources
- Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences
- Public Sector & Government
- Telecommunications
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Ready to move your data, rebuild your trust in reporting, or automate what’s slowing you down?