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Avoid these 5 automation pitfalls on your way to project success
Automation promises efficiency and innovation, but without a strategic foundation, it can quickly fall short. Drawing on years of experience in test automation and business process improvement, this article outlines five common pitfalls that derail automation projects. From unrealistic expectations to poor integration and isolation from business needs, these missteps are surprisingly frequent. Understanding them…
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Assurity Consulting: 2022 Westpac Auckland Awards Finalist
Assurity Consulting (Assurity) is selected as a finalist in ‘Employer of the Year’ and ‘People’s Choice’ awards at this year’s Westpac Auckland Business Awards. The high-profile awards celebrate innovation and creativity in the business sector and have been a highlight of Auckland’s business calendar for over 15 years. This year’s awards attracted more than 1000…
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Internal or external? How an independent Business Analyst helps guide you towards ERP success
Implementing ERP software is a significant undertaking, and without robust business analysis, projects often fall short of expectations. While internal BAs can offer valuable insights, engaging an independent, external BA brings a broader, unbiased perspective essential for cross-functional success. This article explores what BAs do – and don’t do – and why their strategic involvement…
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Don’t leave the architects out!
Data migration is an essential step for organisations looking to modernise systems, optimise costs, and harness the agility of cloud-based solutions. However, success depends on more than just moving data – it requires a well-planned approach to cataloguing, cleansing, and structuring information for long-term value. By understanding the pitfalls and implementing best practices, businesses can…
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Why employee experience design matters
Most Human Resource professionals think about managing people with an ‘employee lifecycle’ view. This model is as old as employment itself. It’s also fundamentally flawed and arguably no longer fit for purpose with fierce competition for talent, skills shortages, and changing views on the value and place of work in individual life circumstances. Traditional employee…
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Three crucial ways a Business Analyst adds value to your ERP project
A well-structured business analysis is the key to successful enterprise software projects. Involving a Business Analyst early ensures clarity in scope, stakeholder alignment, and smart investment in customisation where it truly adds value. ERP projects are complex, but avoiding costly mistakes and ensuring strategic decisions can make all the difference. With the right approach, organisations…
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Assurity appoints Alex Skinner as interim independent chair
Assurity Consulting (Assurity) today announced Alex Skinner, previously Partner of KPMG, has been appointed as the new interim independent Chair of the Board, effective 1 June 2022. “I feel very privileged to take on this role and look forward to working closely alongside the owners, founders, and current Directors of Assurity – Garth Hamilton and Darren McTigue, Assurity’s…
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Human-Centred Testing – put people first
Implementing an Identity and Access Management System (IAMS) is more than a technical exercise – it’s about people, processes, and security. While organisations often focus on the technology, failing to consider usability and accessibility can lead to frustration and reduced adoption. A Human-Centred Testing approach ensures IAMS solutions work seamlessly for users, balancing security with efficiency. This…
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Leave pay in limbo: Remediating the Holidays Act 2003
New Zealand’s Holidays Act 2003 has left businesses grappling with complex leave calculations and potential financial liabilities. Many organisations unknowingly owe substantial sums to employees due to misinterpretations of entitlements. With legislative changes on the horizon, now is the time to assess compliance and rectify errors. This article explores the impact of the Act, key…
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Towards better infrastructure asset management
As a discipline that goes back a long way, most public sector (and other) organisations perform infrastructure asset management of some or another type. After all, buildings, grounds, plants, equipment, and so on, must be managed if serviceability is to be maintained. But here’s the rub: a great many don’t do it very well, including,…
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Create what matters. Test what counts.
Human-Centred Design (HCD) is the future of product development, ensuring businesses create solutions that truly meet customer needs. While commonly applied in software, HCD principles enhance any competitive product by focusing on real user experiences. By integrating Human-Centred Testing (HCT), organisations can refine their approach, stripping away unnecessary complexity and honing in on customer priorities.…
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Assurity Christchurch strengthens leadership with new manager
Assurity Consulting (Assurity) has appointed Linda Street to its Christchurch Branch Leadership team effective immediately. In her new role, Street will oversee and manage all Digital Delivery projects to ensure successful outcomes are met. Digital Delivery includes transformative efforts which improve efficiency and performance in a wide range of industries, including the commercial space, agribusiness,…