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Innovation is essential for business growth, yet many organisations struggle to balance incremental improvements with breakthrough advancements. Customer experience (CX) teams often face challenges in proving ROI, while development backlogs delay market relevance. To stay competitive, businesses must rethink their approach – adopting agile strategies, diversifying innovation efforts, and aligning CX with business goals. By…

Cloud-based applications offer flexibility and efficiency, but customisation introduces challenges – especially with frequent updates. Organisations must test each update to ensure system stability and avoid disruptions. Microsoft Dynamics 365 users face tough choices: implement updates quickly or risk operational impact. As digital business models evolve, continuous testing must become a core practice. By embedding…

Future Thinking is a mindset, not just a task. It requires anticipation, curiosity, and strategic foresight to navigate evolving industries and market shifts. While many executives focus on day-to-day priorities, true leaders cultivate Future Thinking by engaging with insights, trends, and informed discussions. From reading industry forecasts to asking the right questions, Future Thinking must…

Business Analysts play a crucial role in helping organisations navigate change, optimise processes, and implement new systems effectively. By analysing industry best practices and identifying areas for improvement, BAs ensure businesses operate efficiently. Whether working at the coal face or engaging at executive level, their insights drive informed decision-making. With a dynamic work environment and…

As a wave of payroll system replacements unfolds, organisations must take heed of past failures to avoid costly mistakes. Lessons from Novopay, Queensland Health, and IT in the NHS reveal common pitfalls – poor implementation maturity, unclear roles, inadequate risk management, and weak governance. Despite improvements in frameworks, these issues persist. By integrating governance with…

Assurity’s Graduate Programme is built on a foundation of innovation, inclusion, and quality. From its early days, the programme has provided graduates with structured training, professional development, and a pathway to success in the technology industry. With a strong commitment to diversity, Assurity welcomes graduates from all disciplines, recognising that fresh thinking drives better solutions.…

Every great business starts with a vision, but true success is built on quality. The journey of Assurity began with a simple yet powerful idea – to create and deliver better software while fostering a culture of trust, professionalism, and excellence. From a single epiphany to one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing companies, our story is…

Failure is often feared, yet it holds immense potential for learning and growth. In the fast-paced world of software development, embracing failure through structured testing ensures businesses build the right products – not just functional ones. From discovery to technical validation, testing uncovers insights that prevent wasted investment and optimise decision-making. By shifting perspectives and…

Frequent cloud software updates demand rigorous testing to prevent service disruptions and ensure seamless integration across complex ecosystems. Traditional approaches often fall short, leading to inefficiencies and heightened risks. Intelligent automation offers a solution, accelerating testing cycles while safeguarding system integrity. By embedding automation at the border of enterprise systems, businesses can streamline upgrades, reduce…

Digital transformation is no longer optional – it’s a necessity for organisations aiming to remain competitive in an increasingly digital world. However, achieving this at scale comes with complexity and risk, often likened to rebuilding a plane while in flight. Businesses must balance innovation with seamless service delivery to ensure customer experience is not compromised.…