Technology

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Technology
Why this matters

Technology is only as good as the people using it. Too many digital transformations fail not because the technology was wrong, but because the human side was overlooked.

At Five, we bridge the gap between technology and people. Whether it's implementing new platforms, designing digital adoption strategies, or helping teams embrace new tools, we ensure technology serves the business — not the other way around.

Our approach combines deep technology expertise with our understanding of behaviour change, culture, and ways of working. The result? Faster adoption, higher ROI, and teams that actually use the tools you've invested in.

Our team

Meet the Fivers who specialise in this area.

Tom Murphy

Chief Architect

Julius Goh

Digital Adoption and Data Solutions Lead

Caesar Goh

WalkMe Design Consultant

Racheal Reeves

Chief Creative and Behavioural Strategist

Nick Mackeson-Smith

Chief Curiosity Officer, Founder and Director

Services we offer in this area

UX standards and design systems

Technology
Design consistent, scalable digital experiences that align to your strategy — through UX standards and design systems that make your technology work harder for your people.

AI Strategy & Enablement

Strategy & Leadership
AI is transforming the way businesses operate, but knowing where to start can be overwhelming. We help organisations explore how AI can support their teams, identify the most impactful opportunities, and develop a strategic roadmap for successful adoption. Our approach includes upskilling people, creating a deployment plan, and fostering engagement across the organisation.

WalkMe Governance and Maintenance

Technology
Ensure WalkMe continues to be your ultimate ally in conquering the digital realm.

WalkMe Discovery

Technology
Five is New Zealand’s first and only certified delivery partner for WalkMe.

WalkMe Design and Implementation

Technology
Five is New Zealand’s first and only certified delivery partner for WalkMe.

Smartsheet Design and Implementation

Technology
As a Silver-certified partner for Smartsheet, we're here to help you get organised and improve organisational efficiency.

People Technology RFP Support

Technology
Make sure you're making the right purchase for you.

People Technology Implementation

Technology
Unlock the full potential of your people technology and drive better business performance.

People Technology Discovery

Technology
Your people technology holds the key to unlocking your organisation's full potential.

Architecture as a Service

Technology
Deploy our architects on demand to conquer your tech challenges.

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