BrightCIS

BrightCIS

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About

BrightCIS is a cloud-based software solution designed to handle every element of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) process for contractors and subcontractors, offering secure tools to manage subcontractor details, verify registrations with HMRC, calculate CIS deductions automatically, pay subcontractors (including fast 90-second payment processing via Modulr) and generate official “Payment and Deduction Statements” as well as year-end statements with minimal effort. The system supports CSV import of subcontractor lists, batch processing of multiple contractor returns, submission of monthly CIS300 returns in a few clicks, full audit-trail visibility with timestamped activities, and unlimited user access from any device so teams can collaborate in real time. Because it’s fully cloud-native, BrightCIS receives automatic updates to stay aligned with the latest HMRC regulations, reduces manual error-prone calculations, and centralizes subcontractor onboarding and verification.

About

Novato is a compliance platform built for Australian general contractors managing subcontractors on construction sites — replacing spreadsheets and manual licence lookups with one audit-ready system. Novato verifies subcontractor trade licences against live Australian state registers (NSW, QLD, expanding), flagging licences that will lapse before a project finishes — not just checking validity today. Beyond licensing, Novato covers AI-assisted SWMS generation, Right to Work verification, digital asbestos registers, plant and equipment tracking, WHS management plans, psychosocial hazard reporting aligned to Part 6A, toolbox talks, incident reporting, and site induction. Built against real state-by-state regulatory differences, including jurisdictions like Victoria and WA with separate OHS/WHS regimes. Novato exists so contractors can prove — not just claim — every subcontractor on site is licensed, insured, inducted, and compliant.

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Construction contractors, subcontractors and accounting bureaus wanting a tool to manage CIS compliance from onboarding and payments to HMRC submissions

Audience

Construction and Building Industry

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

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Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

$39 AUD/month
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 4.5 / 5
features 4.5 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • I really liked Novato because it makes compliance and reporting feel much simpler and more manageable. The platform is easy to use, well organised, and saves a lot of time compared with handling everything manually. I also liked how straightforward it is to keep track of requirements and stay on top of compliance. Overall, it’s a practical tool that makes a complicated process much easier.
  • Directly pulls real-time data from state databases (like NSW Fair Trading) rather than relying on static or uploaded file. Flags credentials and insurances that are set to expire before a project finishes, preventing lapsed compliance.

Cons

  • Doesn’t connect to myob making it a little harder to sort bills out but I did see the do support Xero perhaps they might support myob one day.
  • It lacks native integrations with major Australian construction ERPs or accounting software like Xero or MYOB, requiring manual data handling across systems.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Bright
Founded: 2021
Ireland
brightsg.com/brightcis/

Company Information

Novato
Founded: 1995
Australia
www.novato.com.au

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Categories

Subcontractor Supported

Categories

Subcontractor Supported

Integrations

Google Sheets Supported
Microsoft Excel Supported
Modulr Supported

Integrations

Google Sheets Not Supported
Microsoft Excel Not Supported
Modulr Not Supported
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