Connected Systems is a technology-consulting organisation who specialises in providing innovative technological solutions to meet the needs of customers both today and into the future. Specialising in .NET bespoke development, SharePoint technologies and BizTalk solutions, we offer our customers tailor made, easy to use solutions to help increase productivity using the latest Microsoft technology.
We pride ourselves on developing solutions that assist our customers with obtaining rapid return-on-investment.
Founded in 2006, Connected Systems is an Australian company. As a Microsoft Gold Partner, we’re focused on building our solutions on the Microsoft platform, which is the common architectural foundation that allows customers to integrate and share all IT assets and resources. This means customers can not only react to events, but they can also proactively manage their IT environments to pursue new business opportunities quickly and respond to market dynamics more effectively and competitively.
We pride ourselves on delivering solutions on current technology and endeavour to stay at the forefront of the Microsoft technology curve. We are committed to providing our clients with the competitive edge they need to “make the difference” to their business.
Our Services
Our aim is to provide our customers with fit-for-purpose solutions that clearly add value to their organisation. Connected Systems is dedicated to providing value added technology consulting and development expertise; this ranges from strategic planning, design, development and testing and commissioning of the system. We also offer support services.
We work smart and leverage our depth of expertise in strategic planning, application development and systems integration to ensure the best possible solution outcomes for our customers. We work collaboratively with our clients to either take on the responsibility of the project (through fixed price engagements), and we also work well where there is a sharing of responsibility for the decisions and direction a project may take (time and materials).
As well as our specialist areas of development regarding Microsoft technologies, Connected Systems has extensive experience in many non-developments, consultative based service offerings – for example, ICT Strategic Planning. We offer and have performed strategy consulting, analysis and governance consulting for some of Australia’s largest private and public sector organisations.
The types of resources and skills Connected Systems can deliver include:
- Implementing Microsoft Server software (e.g SQL Server, SharePoint and TFS);
- Analyzing, designing and supporting of applications ;
- Delivering strategy and governance related to EDRMS;
- Developing unit, system and load testing scenarios;
- Writing technical and end user documentation;
- Delivering congruent strategies that align with future business requirements.
Aside from our experienced consultants, developers and specialists, our team also provides extensive project management that allows your project to be taken care of from A to Z.
The key to our successful track record in delivering technology solutions is our adherence to the Connected Systems’ project methodologies and the use of our PRINCE2 certified Project Managers. We work closely with customers to assist implement technology solutions that are aligned to business objectives. Good project management makes all the difference and Connected Systems has the experience to deliver projects on time and on budget.
Our Approach
We understand enterprise clients and their challenges. We take a consultative approach to developing effective solutions for our customers. We work with our clients to provide them with tailor-made, easy to use solutions that meet their requirements well into the future and help boost their performance and productivity using the latest Microsoft technology.
By working in close collaboration with our clients, we’re able to help in connecting the dots that form the bigger picture and allow them to gain a competitive edge for their business.
Our Values
At Connected Systems, we focus on three main values:
- Passion for achievement – our team is passionate about what they do and thrives on a challenge, no matter how big and bold it may be. It is this passion that comes through in the innovative, quality solutions we provide to our customers.
- Drive for innovation – our team thrives on being at the new frontier of technological solutions for our customers. It is this drive for innovation that is the motivation behind the unique, creative ideas and solutions we develop for our customers.
- Commitment to success – our team is committed to making the difference for our clients and their businesses. It is this commitment to the success of our clients that allows us to deliver innovative, quality solutions to our customers on time and on budget.
Our Management Team
With over 25 years of experience across the IT industry, the team at Connected Systems combines a strong reputation for specialist skills in Microsoft productivity solutions with a high degree of expertise in Web Development and Software Engineering to give clients the competitive edge they need for their business.
Our people are driven, innovative and passionate about being at the forefront of the IT industry and delivering superior products, service and support to our clients.
Rick Rosato (Founder and CEO)
As Founder and CEO of Connected Systems, Rick is responsible for the strategy and management of Connected Systems Group. With over 20 years’ experience in the IT industry, Rick Rosato has worked extensively delivering industry solutions in Education, Health Care, the Public Sector and many Global Mining and Resource organisations.
Prior to establishing Connected Systems, Rick held a number of positions with Microsoft Australia including Corporate Account Manager (Perth), developer consultant and Technical Account Manager (Support Manager - Adelaide).
Rinaldo De Paolis (General Manager)
Rinaldo has extensive years of experience in system analysis, technical consulting and database design. He is experienced in all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
His impressive qualifications include: Prince2 Foundation, Post Grad Certificate of Business, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Post Grad Certificate of Information Technology, Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS - SharePoint 2010), Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Ignite Developer Training, AvePoint certified technical specialist (ACTS) and currently working towards his Master of Computer Science.