The image created by the term 'web' is very apt for the current era of information technology. Not only do the world wide web and business-to-business systems exist on the internet, there are smaller 'webs' in the form of corporate intranets. Along with these are the myriad of small to large computer systems that exist within organisations, each fulfilling a purpose and delivering some part of the information needs of the people and processes within the organisation.
the spider...
With so many parts involved in an organisation's information 'web' it's no wonder there is a role for the spider! In nature, the spider spins a web appropriate to its size and the size of its objective. It spins the web within a suitable space with the web only as strong as its weakest point. Ultimately, the web has a single and clear purpose. An organisation's information 'web' may be a little more complicated but the parallels with nature are there.
Does your organisation need a spider?
The Spider Group is a young business established to help its clients build
and strengthen their information 'webs'. Offering services related to
the internet, intranets, data warehousing, client/server reporting databases
and databases in general, The Spider Group's objective is to help ensure
their clients effectively apply such technology in attaining their objectives.
Having started its operation in late 1999, The Spider Group now proudly services clients including local governments, health funds, recruitment agencies, investment advisors, investment fund managers, airports, state government departments and international merchant banks.
The technical direction of The Spider Group is managed by Michael Pearson. With a degree in Computer Science and Mathematics and a Masters in Business Administration, Michael excels at interpreting the objectives of The Spider Group's clients and assessing how technology can assist. The advice Michael gives is based on years of experience with many forms of information technology in environments ranging from multinational merchant banks to local pre-schools in locations including London, New York, Sydney and of course Newcastle.
The design and training services of The Spider Group are managed by Lisa Nelson. To be effective, information technology needs to be 'people friendly'. World wide web pages, corporate intranets, online learning systems and computer system interfaces generally, need to be designed with people in mind and with sensitivity to their aptitude and objectives. The design required in these cases requires an understanding of visual aesthetics and of how people learn. Having started with her Bachelor or Arts degree, Lisa's subsequent Diploma in Education and local and international teaching experience means the technical solutions of The Spider Group are 'people friendly'.
The technical and consultancy services offered by The Spider Group include:
- Systems analysis and design
- Corporate intranets
- Mobile systems (on Pocket PCs)
- World wide web (www) sites
- www animated presentations
- User requirement analysis
- Client/Server (SQL) reporting solutions
- Database systems
- Spreadsheets systems
- Online learning systems
The information technology solutions offered by The Spider Group are based on firstly understanding the needs of the organisation and where the solution fits within the organisation's information 'web'.
Right now, we simply can't say. We'd have to know more about you and your
organisation. And, of course, we'd appreciate the opportunity to talk
with you about that.
Like their counterparts
in nature, the members of The Spider Group perform their work with objectives
clear in mind. They're professional, of course, and with no vested interest
in any particular technology solution, give independent advice and service
firmly based on their client's needs.
With such vast experience, you can talk with people who have an appreciation of large scale information technology. At the same time, you'll be talking with people who understand that the success of information technology is determined by the people who use it, not by those who make it.
If your organisation is based in Newcastle or its surrounds then there's one other important reason to use The Spider Group - local service, local support, global experience.
Phone us or email us and we'll phone you. We'd like to know how we can be of service.
The Spider Group
118 Lindsay Street
Hamilton NSW 2303
Australia
Phone: 02 4961 4958
Email: solutions@thespidergroup.com.au