With AnnexaWorld18 over for another year, it’s time to share key takeaways from the evening. We were thrilled with the turnout – our biggest yet. The room filled early with a wide range of Australian industries represented by their innovative leaders – from current Annexa partners to those considering leveraging the power of NetSuite for business transformation.
There was plenty of mingling as guests explored the Partner Zone, the VR tech provided by digital innovators REA Group, the hole in one comp and, of course, the tasty nibbles and refreshments.
Get a hole in one, go into the draw for a Sonos speaker. Easy! #AnnexaWorld18 pic.twitter.com/C8oBzFol1e
— Annexa (@AnnexaPtyLtd) September 13, 2018
Current partners donated products for the AnnexaShop. As Australia’s only authorised Commerce Agency Program Member, this was the place to see SuiteCommerce InStore in action.
The AnnexaShop is a live simulation of #SuiteCommerce with all the products kindly donated by our innovation partners @T2TeaOfficial and @CargoCrew. Come along and scan away! #AnnexaWorld18 pic.twitter.com/MCSQPbYkcf
— Annexa (@AnnexaPtyLtd) September 13, 2018
This year’s theme of ‘explore your potential’ was true to its promise throughout the evening. The discovery started early as Annexa Lead Consultants guided guests through three breakout sessions to introduce NetSuite’s capabilities and advances.
The break out sessions are underway. It’s time to dive in and explore the potential of revolutionary #cloud and #eCommerce #ERP solutions #AnnexaWorld18 pic.twitter.com/EZKKjn3M5i
— Annexa (@AnnexaPtyLtd) September 13, 2018
The exploration went up a notch or three with the keynote and panellist interviews. Full videos will be released over the coming weeks.
“Our mantra at Annexa is to deliver innovative solutions and great outcomes” Ross Spriggs #AnnexaWorld18 pic.twitter.com/DAM5o4ihQK
— Annexa (@AnnexaPtyLtd) September 13, 2018
What does the future hold for #NetSuite? A lot of investment says Christopher Trevitt from @NetSuite. Watch this space! pic.twitter.com/qle0t1h5U0
— Annexa (@AnnexaPtyLtd) September 13, 2018
#AnnexaWorld18 “Our whole goal was to create a seamless system across the business”” Norm Duce at @REA_Group pic.twitter.com/nGQsXTgc7p
— Annexa (@AnnexaPtyLtd) September 13, 2018
From a 30 year old DOS system to a seamless omnichannel retail solution – Toby Darvall at @ISHKA_Australia shared a little of Ishka’s big #DigitalTransformation #AnnexaWorld18 pic.twitter.com/ewi3gDJBEQ
— Annexa (@AnnexaPtyLtd) September 13, 2018
Then it was all about the customer as the customer award winners were announced! While every Annexa partner is a true innovator in the business tech space, the Annexa team had, after much debate, agreed on standouts for each category.
Innovation of the Year
This award recognises customers who build innovation into the foundations of their business, have become industry disruptors, think outside the box and automate disjointed processes.
Innovative in both textiles and business systems, @Linen_House take the Innovation of the Year Award. They’ve been busy rolling out 10 stores with @vendhq, along with @NetSuite’s Advanced WMS & EDI. And let’s not forget the #eCommerce and #Magento additions. #AnnexaWorld18
— Annexa (@AnnexaPtyLtd) September 13, 2018
Customer Experience & Engagement Award
A huge nod to customers who have leveraged the power of NetSuite to implement and execute outstanding customer experience programs.
This year Elizabeth Machines takes The Customer Experience & Engagement Award. From MYOB and spreadsheets to one unified @NetSuite solution executing outstanding customer experience programs. This is true business #DigitalTransformation #AnnexaWorld18
— Annexa (@AnnexaPtyLtd) September 13, 2018
Transformation Project of the Year
Awarded to customers who have experienced a profound transformation of business and organisational activities, processes, and competencies through their ERP solution. The transformation provided increased business value through improved agility and velocity, increased reliability and support, and enhanced cost efficiency.
The Transformation Project of the Year goes to @ISHKA_Australia for their #ERP solution. With set up for go live across 45 new stores, ERP, WMS, 2 x 3PL integrations and a bespoke Shopify integration, this is total #digitalinnovation. #AnnexaWorld18
— Annexa (@AnnexaPtyLtd) September 13, 2018
We’ll be releasing videos of the panel interviews over the next few weeks, so keep an eye out on our social channels. In the meantime view our full photo album here.
Here’s a bonus snapshot of the Annexa staff fighting off ‘invisible’ killer cubes in REA Group’s VR game.
Annexa is a leading NetSuite partner with extensive experience designing and implementing comprehensive and customised business systems, including payroll solutions, financial management, warehouse management and ecommerce solutions.