Norman Perelson
With an electronics and amateur radio background, Norman started his own electronics business in 1966 which he is still running today - now specialising in computerised information systems.
Norman's interests and hobbies are numerous, but they all are done by internet. Other interests are computing and trying to understand the psychology of software development.
You can reach me by e-mail at: norman@shoso.co.za
See blog: Norman's anti-fatware crusade
Dorothy Webster
Dorothy joined the company in June 1997, after having worked as an accountant with the first user of The Jewellery Shopkeeper, Francarlo Jewellers, for 14 years. She really knows the program and understands all the practical problems that jewellers encounter. To better serve our clients, Dorothy recently studied for, and achieved, a certificate in Financial Accounting from Varcity College School of Business and Technology.
Dorothy, offers one-on-one training at the user's premises, anywhere in South Africa (or beyond?), and has the patience and perseverance to get the most "computer-challenged" beginner up and running.
You can reach Dorothy by e-mail at: dorothy@shoso.co.za
Odessa Perelson
The youngest member of Shopkeeper Solutions CC. Joined the company in February 1985. Literally born into the computer business, she recently received post matric certificates, all with distinction, in Small Business Management, Fundamentals of Microsoft Office XP, Practical Bookkeeping, Basic Bookkeeping and Fundamentals of Pastel 7 Accounting.
Odessa is already proving to be a natural at network configuration, computer assembly and repairs. She helped revise The Shopkeeper reference manual - making hundreds of corrections to her father's best effort. She is now back at the office after doing a stint in London.
Odessa has become proficient at Linux System Administration, Networking and general software management.
You can reach Odessa by e-mail at: odessa@shoso.co.za
Abegail Kukhwe
Since the early days of The Jewellery Shopkeeper, when Shopkeeper Solutions was still called Computer Park, Abegail has been successfully maintaining the hygiene standards and orderliness of the working environment.
She always willingly assists with packing parcels and answering the telephones when others are busy.
Nicolett Hamilton
The newest member of staff, Nicolett is still to write up more about herself for this web page.
Usually the first to answer incoming calls, Nicolett can also take your orders for pre-printed forms and labels.
Simphiwe Tyokina
Also known as Given, Mr Tyokina is the outdoor environmental manager and literally the strength of the company. He is always happy to assist with the big jobs in between maintaining the beauty of the garden.
Andrew Perelson
Andrew is Norman's older son.
He may one day be qualified enough to work for shopkeeper Solutions. But until then he is just a consultant for his father.
He is married to Leigh-Anne and now has three daughters.
Stephen Perelson
Stephen is Norman's younger son.
Stephen is a veteran of many years of study that culminated in 2001 with a Masters degree in information technology. He has lectured full time at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University in the School of ICT between developing software for a variety of markets.
Stephen is currently consulting professionally within the IT field. His worst-paying client is Shopkeeper Solutions.
Stephen is now married with two children - twin boy and girl.