Sysdoc wins two awards for supporting NZ Defence Force change

Sysdoc has been recognised for its work supporting transformation within the New Zealand Defence Force by receiving two awards at the 2024 Minister of Defence Awards of Excellence to Industry.

The consultancy received the Sub-contractor/SME of the Year for Service honour, as well as the Kotahitanga (Unity) Award, the latter presented to team member Annette Smith.

Sysdoc has contributed to NZDF's ongoing transformation through efforts focused on simplifying workflows for Defence personnel, modernising learning materials, enhancing organisational capability, and improving workforce engagement. The awards distinguish the consultancy's involvement in helping Defence staff operate effectively in complex, high-trust environments.

Desiree Botica, Chief Executive Officer of Sysdoc, commented on the significance of the recognition, stating, "This recognition reflects the strength of our partnership with NZDF and the dedication of our people to delivering meaningful, people-focused change. As a New Zealand business, we're proud to support the Defence Force and other organisations across Aotearoa in building capability, resilience, and innovation."

The Kotahitanga Award, presented to Annette Smith, acknowledges her contributions towards promoting collaboration and unity among teams throughout transformational projects. Sysdoc emphasised that these values are central to its working methodology, prioritising partnership and inclusion. The award was presented in the presence of representatives from the Royal New Zealand Navy.

Sysdoc also credited Business Development Manager Leila Massey for her leadership in building robust relationships with the Defence sector. Massey's work involved delivering practical, budget-conscious solutions and supporting project sponsors in executing their vision in partnership with the Sysdoc team.

The consultancy maintains teams based in New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Australia. This footprint allows Sysdoc to bring an international perspective to Defence-related projects, providing solutions designed for high-trust and mission-critical environments. According to the consultancy, its New Zealand heritage informs its approach, anchoring its work in local values and responsive client engagement.

Sysdoc's work with the NZDF has placed particular emphasis on embedding artificial intelligence and automation into operational procedures, designing scalable learning and change programmes, and supporting digital transformation with a focus on people. The organisation stated that it aims to develop tailored solutions by understanding the specific context, culture, and challenges faced by its clients.

Sysdoc reported that it has nearly four decades of experience as a consultancy, combining sector expertise with AI technology to support organisational efficiency and cost effectiveness. Its services cover both public and private sector partners, delivering business transformation, learning programmes, and change management across multiple regions.