How we work
Independent by design.
How we stay on your side of the table, who does the work, and what we need from you.
The recommendation is ours to defend, not theirs to fund.
We don't resell business software and we don't take vendor commissions on the platforms we evaluate.
We run the process, we challenge the vendors, and we put our name to the recommendation. If a vendor loses, it loses on your criteria.
Who does the work.
The work is done by senior people with backgrounds in New Zealand business software, ERP selection, operations and finance.
Four things, said plainly.
- An executive sponsor who owns the decision
- Access to the people who do the work, not only the people who manage it
- Process documents and data samples when we ask for them
- Decisions made on time, so the programme keeps its shape
Common questions
Do you implement the software you recommend?
Only if you ask us to, and usually we don't. Keeping selection and implementation separate is what keeps the recommendation independent.
How long does a software selection take?
Eight to twelve weeks, with committed stakeholders. A systems review on its own takes about three weeks.
What size of business do you work with?
Any business where the decision is big enough to get wrong. Typically that means 20 to 200 staff, often across several sites or entities.
Can you work with our accountants?
Yes, and we often do. Your accountants usually know the finance side of the business better than anyone, so we bring them in early.
Do you work in Australia?
Yes. We work with businesses across New Zealand and Australia.
What does it cost?
Every engagement is scoped and agreed before it starts, so you know the cost up front. Talk to us and we'll scope yours.
Start with a conversation.
Thirty minutes, no slides, and we'll tell you honestly whether you need us.