Free tool
IT budget simulator: estimate the productive time you could free up
Before investing in an IT project, a business leader needs a first order of magnitude: how much productive time can a well-designed tool really free up in their organisation? The IT budget simulator answers that question in under two minutes, from two simple inputs.
The goal: an order of magnitude before you commit
The IT budget simulator is not a detailed quote: it's a starting point. It gives, in a few seconds, an estimate of the potential value of a digitalisation or automation project, before you even draft a detailed brief.
It is designed for owners and operational managers of Swiss SMEs wondering whether an IT investment (custom software, automation, AI) is justified given their size and current payroll costs.
How it works
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Users involved
You indicate the number of people who use digital tools daily in your organisation.
- 02
Average payroll cost
You specify the average fully-loaded annual payroll cost per user, in Swiss francs.
- 03
Instant estimate
The simulator calculates a potentially freed-up productive load, based on a minimum rate observed on similar projects.
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Putting it in perspective
The result comes with a reminder of the concrete levers (automation, tool unification, AI) that make it achievable.
What the simulator produces
- A costed estimate in Swiss francs per year, expressed as a cautious minimum.
- A comparison against your current payroll spend linked to digital tools.
- A reminder of the levers that genuinely achieve this gain: automation, data unification, AI, tailoring.
- A concrete basis for a first conversation with a SapAngel consultant.
Who it's for
A leader weighing an investment
Objectify the economic case for a project before launching a full audit or scoping exercise.
Administrative or finance manager
Get a first figure to justify an IT budget to leadership or partners.
A growing team
Anticipate the cost of disorganisation if tools aren't upgraded before new hires join.
Limits to keep in mind
- The result is an indicative estimate based on an average minimum rate: it does not replace an audit of your actual processes.
- It does not account for your sector's specific complexity, your existing information system, or your business priorities.
- It is not a quote: the real budget of a project depends on the scope defined with you, typically through a scoping call with a consultant.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the IT budget simulator really free?
Yes. Like all free SapAngel tools, the simulator is accessible with no commitment and no payment details.
How long does it take to use?
About two minutes: two sliders to adjust (number of users, average payroll cost) are enough for a first estimate.
Is the result a quote?
No. It is an indicative estimate of a project's potential value, meant to open the discussion — not a contractual costing.
What should I do with the result?
You can deepen your thinking with a digital performance audit, or speak directly with a SapAngel consultant.
Is my data kept?
The information you share is used only to calculate your estimate and, if you wish, to organise a first conversation with our team.
Estimate your potential in 2 minutes.
Launch the simulator for free and get a first costed estimate.