Not-For-Profit finds consistent value over time
Over the course of more than a decade, not-for-profit Deaf Aotearoa has benefited from consistent value from its relationship with managed services provider Kinetics.
Deaf Aotearoa is the national organisation representing the voice of Deaf people, and a national service provider for Deaf people in New Zealand. The organisation works closely with Deaf communities, government agencies and other organisations to increase awareness, promote New Zealand Sign Language and strengthen the rights of Deaf people.
Results that matter
Working with Kinetics has an overriding benefit for Deaf Aotearoa summed up in one phrase says Mark Crooke, General Manager. Peace of mind. “If we look at licensing – which can be a complex issue – we know we’re getting the maximum for the least amount of money as a not-forprofit. In terms of hardware procurement, we’re getting excellent value for money thanks to Kinetics’ buying power and knowledge of our requirements. And in terms of IT strategy and execution, we benefit from emerging technology when appropriate.”
On the latter, he points to artificial intelligence, which offers both opportunity and risk. “AI is here and now. Kinetics works closely with us to see how we can best apply it within our environment and to the benefit of our people. Through training and workshops, they’re helping establish policies first, with a managed approach which reduces risk, while exposing the benefits.”