Timart Business Solutions Emerges as RetailTech Player Supporting Nigerian SMEs

A homegrown retail technology company, Timart Business Solutions Ltd, has positioned itself as one of the emerging startups transforming small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria through digital tools tailored to local realities.

Founded in 2021 as Quick Manager and rebranded in 2022, the Niger State–based firm operates in the Software as a Service (SaaS) and RetailTech industries, offering solutions ranging from inventory management and sales tracking to AI-powered customer support.

According to company data, the platform has recorded over 50,000 downloads on Google Play and currently serves more than 20,000 registered businesses across the country and Africa. Timart has also introduced its own POS device with integrated payments and an AI-powered WhatsApp assistant that allows traders to manage their operations directly through chat.

Speaking on the company’s journey, founder and Chief Executive Officer, Muhammad Zhitsu Ndako said the startup was built with a focus on simplicity and impact. “We realised many Nigerian business owners prefer conversational tools like WhatsApp over complex dashboards. That insight led us to design the Timart AI Assistant, which helps entrepreneurs manage their businesses by simply chatting and using voice notes, this has greatly improved engagement,” Ndako explained.

Timart’s team includes Chief Operations Officer, Chimezie Phenom Onwudiwe, alongside project managers, developers, and designers leading the product’s growth. The company says its strength lies in its offline-first approach, which enables traders in areas with poor connectivity to run their businesses without interruption.

Beyond profit, Timart has also rolled out initiatives targeted at underserved communities. These include subsidized POS devices for retailers in Nigeria, training programmes for women-led businesses, and partnerships that promote digital inclusion and financial literacy.

Industry watchers note that the firm’s decision to operate from Niger State instead of the traditional Lagos or Abuja startup hubs sets it apart within Nigeria’s tech ecosystem. For Timart, the long-term vision is to become Africa’s leading business operating system for SMEs, with plans to expand into other countries while deepening artificial intelligence integration.

Our goal is to build an ecosystem that empowers African entrepreneurs to succeed in a digital-first world,” Ndako added. “By designing tools that reflect the realities of local businesses—from rural markets to urban shops—we’re solving real problems, not just building tech. That’s how we believe African commerce will truly evolve.