Sysdoc Recognised by New Zealand Defence Force for Excellence in Defence Transformation

‍Sub-contractor/SME of the Year for Service
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‍Kotahitanga (Unity) Award, presented to team member Annette Smith

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These awards highlight Sysdoc’s role in supporting NZDF’s transformation programmes—particularly in simplifying how Defence personnel work, modernising learning content, strengthening capability and improving engagement across the organisation.

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"This recognition highlights the strength of our partnership with the NZDF and the unwavering commitment of our people to delivering meaningful, people-centred transformation. We’re proud to support Defence organisations across New Zealand and the UK, and we look forward to extending our expertise to the Australian Defence Force - advancing NZ/AU interoperability and collaboration."
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Desiree Botica, CEO of Sysdoc

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The Kotahitanga Award, presented to Annette Smith, recognises her outstanding contribution to fostering collaboration and unity throughout the transformation journey. These values are deeply embedded in how all our teams work - across every engagement, we prioritise partnership, inclusion, and shared purpose. It’s especially meaningful to have had the opportunity to celebrate this commitment alongside the Royal New Zealand Navy.
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We also acknowledge Leila Massey, our Business Development Manager, for her hands-on leadership - building strong relationships with Defence, delivering smart, cost-effective solutions, and helping project sponsors bring their vision to life with the support of the Sysdoc team.

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With people on the ground in New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Australia, Sysdoc brings a global perspective and a proven track record in Defence transformation - delivering pragmatic, scalable, people-centred solutions in high-trust, mission-critical environments. While we operate globally, our New Zealand heritage and deep local experience keep us anchored in local values and focused on client needs. We pride ourselves on meeting our clients where they are—understanding their unique context, culture, and challenges to deliver solutions that truly resonate.
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View the video below to discover how our partnership with NZDF is helping shape a more agile, engaged, and future-ready Defence Force.