The lessons from that day are timeless. Here’s a summary of the key points.
The Productivity Imperative
New Zealand has long had a productivity challenge. Compared to a country like Denmark, we tend to work more hours for less output. The reason is simple: they are more productive. The right technology is a powerful lever to help close that gap.
Cloud-based productivity suites like Google Workspace are enterprise-grade tools that empower employees to work smarter and provide a flexible environment where work can become what you do, not where you are. A 2018 Forrester study confirmed this, showing that implementing Google Workspace delivered a staggering 359% return on investment (ROI).1
A New Era of Collaboration
To boost productivity, we need to be the best in the world at collaboration. The old way of working—emailing different versions of a document back and forth—is a huge drain on time and efficiency.
You will never have to open a file named FINAL final V2.docx again, and we think that’s a beautiful thing. Google Workspace allows teams to edit the same document in real-time, from anywhere. It’s about working faster, not just harder.
Navigating Resistance to Change
"But what about my Excel macros?!"
We still hear this, and it’s a valid concern! Many team members are so deeply intertwined with specific tools that a switch seems impossible. This is where strategic change management becomes critical. The goal isn’t to force a change at all costs; it’s to genuinely improve the way people work. Sometimes that means creating "special cases" or hybrid solutions.
Using tools like Google Forms to create a feedback loop allows you to check in with your team, identify these challenges, and cater to individual needs. This approach can turn your biggest skeptics into your biggest advocates.
From Partner to Proven Specialist
Our 2019 event was a snapshot of our commitment to the Google ecosystem. Since then, our expertise has only deepened, culminating in Dynamo6 achieving the prestigious Google Cloud Work Transformation Specialization.
This isn't just a label; it's a validation of our proven success. We’ve put this expertise into practice for some of New Zealand's most notable organisations. In a recent project with a major government agency, we demonstrated how the powerful combination of Google Workspace and ChromeOS could deliver significant productivity gains and millions of dollars in cost savings. Explore the full story in our Downloadable Case Study.
Ready to Get More Done?
Choosing and implementing the right platform is the key to unlocking your team's full potential. A successful rollout requires more than just technical setup; it demands strategic planning, expert change management, and a deep understanding of the platform's full capabilities.
Our Google Workspace and ChromeOS services are designed to help you navigate this journey and achieve similar transformative results. If you’re ready to empower your team with the right tools, let's talk.
With Thanks to Our Original Speakers
A huge thank you again to the speakers from our 2019 event: Andrew Collins from Google Cloud (not pictured), Simon Casey from Barfoot & Thompson, Garrett Cox from Xero, and Igor Matich from Dynamo6.
