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Working for a leading brand health services provider, as their virtual CIO.Worked on establishing a living ISSP roadmap, reviewing Business and IT initiatives, establishing policies, advising on Cyber and BCP issues, project lead for implementing a CRM solution. Supporting Innovation with use of technology across the business

PMR Consulting provides pragmatic advisory services tailored for the NZ market.We specialise in creating Value through Strategic alignment and by reducing cost and risk in the areas of People and Technology. We service a broad client base including; Government, Health Sector, Private Companies, Not For Profits / NGO's. We specialise in assisting Hi-tech companies, and those companies adopting hi-tech solutions. Our client base Includes NZ and Australian Companies.Typical engagements… Show more PMR Consulting provides pragmatic advisory services tailored for the NZ market.We specialise in creating Value through Strategic alignment and by reducing cost and risk in the areas of People and Technology. We service a broad client base including; Government, Health Sector, Private Companies, Not For Profits / NGO's. We specialise in assisting Hi-tech companies, and those companies adopting hi-tech solutions. Our client base Includes NZ and Australian Companies.Typical engagements include:Governance:Remaining relevant in the new economies of Digital DisruptionFacilitating Strategy Frameworks and Business PlanningDashboards and the right measuresBoard evaluationBusiness:Use of Information, implementing Data Analytics and predictive toolsChange management including adopting innovation processesIS strategic review and strategic alignment, including business cases, procurement and vendor managementAdvisory services:Assisting founders, Boards, executives to effectively lead change PMR Consulting performs many ancillary tasks borne from becoming a trusted and independent advisor at all levels of an organisation. Where additional capacity is required, PMR Consulting has a network of independent relationships to provide a referral from.Whilst PMR Consulting is actively engaged in a number of ongoing consultancies and advisory roles, some recent example of project related engagements are listed below: Show less

Role included:The review Business priorities and drafted IS strategyConsolidated ERP systems, managed ERP upgradeSelected software vendor and commissioned e-commerce platformVendor selection and contracting for outsourced infrastructureProvide vendor governance for ongoing software systems developmentProvide ongoing advisory role to the Executive and Board on IT projects, Cyber security, and use of technology.

Appointed by the Board to act as an interim CEO during the transition period whilst they recruited for a new permanent role.

Part FTE role Responsible for:Developing and maintaining the IS Strategy,Developing a managed services SLA for PCI and Cyber compliance Recruiting and developing an internal Data and Business Analytics TeamImplementing Change control, process mapping, Ongoing Vendor Management for large CRM implementation and developmentReview Vendor and Commercial contractingAdvisory role on emerging business opportunitiesReporting to the Board on the strategic use of… Show more Part FTE role Responsible for:Developing and maintaining the IS Strategy,Developing a managed services SLA for PCI and Cyber compliance Recruiting and developing an internal Data and Business Analytics TeamImplementing Change control, process mapping, Ongoing Vendor Management for large CRM implementation and developmentReview Vendor and Commercial contractingAdvisory role on emerging business opportunitiesReporting to the Board on the strategic use of Information and technology, Audit and Risk review of Cyber risks, General member of the Leadership team. Core technologies include Microsoft CRM, NAV, Click Dimensions, Azure, SharePoint. Show less

Following on from a number of years as the Information advisor to the CEO and Board and having prepared an IS strategy, the Organisation committed to implementing a new CRM, e-commerce and Financials integrated system.My ongoing roles included;Recruit a Project Manager and provided oversightAdvisor to Sponsor and Steering group for CRM and financials replacement programmeAdvisor to the Sponsor and Steering group for software development of new CRM and financials… Show more Following on from a number of years as the Information advisor to the CEO and Board and having prepared an IS strategy, the Organisation committed to implementing a new CRM, e-commerce and Financials integrated system.My ongoing roles included;Recruit a Project Manager and provided oversightAdvisor to Sponsor and Steering group for CRM and financials replacement programmeAdvisor to the Sponsor and Steering group for software development of new CRM and financials Show less

Prepared 3 year IS strategic PlanFacilitated Board review of Overall strategic priorities and acceptance of IS strategyMigrated infrastructure including mail, telephony, and ERP onto Cloud servicesIntegrated Shopify for e-commerce and POSOngoing enhancement of social media, user experience investment and development

Virtual CIORestructured IT and data services teamRun outsource tender for infrastructure supportVirtual CIO for 8 months supporting the leadership team, implementing SLA contracts with vendors, supporting restructureOutsource IS infrastructure support

Ran market procurement and vendor contracting project selecting an online membership and LMS system for a natioanl charter body.

Rick was responsible for the existing core NZ business, and for developing business in Australia, and Asia Pacific, including Japan.