International lean software development leaders to visit New Zealand

International thought-leaders and acclaimed authors on the topic of lean software development, Mary and Tom Poppendieck, have partnered with Equinox Limited and will be delivering training and management briefings in Wellington in December 2011.

Mary and Tom are highly sought after pioneers and authors on the topic of applying lean manufacturing principles to software development. They deliver training and presentations on the principles of lean software development throughout the world.

"This is a fantastic opportunity for New Zealand leaders to learn first-hand the latest thought-leader ideas for software development" says Equinox Principal Consultant Anthony Boobier. "I have been following the Poppendieck's work for a long time now; they have inspired me and shaped the way I approach software development. I am excited to have them coming to New Zealand to partner with Equinox and work with our clients".

“Helping our clients to do IT better is core to Equinox and is something that we have consistently delivered through high quality IT consulting advice and training services” says Equinox Manager Director Roger Dalgleish. “We are enthusiastic to bring world class thought-leaders Mary and Tom Poppendieck to Wellington to keep our client’s IT leaders abreast of the latest software development advancements”.

Interest in the Wellington public 'Lean Software Development Leader's Workshop' running on 12 and 13 December has been very high. Equinox has a small number of places for IT leaders remaining on the workshop. Those who miss out will be first in line for future visits by the Poppendiecks.

About Mary and Tom Poppendieck
Based in the United States, husband and wife team Mary and Tom Poppendieck are international thought-leaders and acclaimed authors on the topic of applying lean manufacturing principles to software development. They have written three books and deliver regular training and presentations on this topic.

About Equinox Limited
Equinox Limited is a New Zealand owned company providing expert, independent IT consulting, software development and training since 1995. Equinox has offices in both Wellington and Auckland, with an experienced team of 40+ senior and principal consultants and technical specialists. Find out more about Equinox at www.equinox.co.nz.

Key contact:
Brendon Livingstone
Marketing Manager
Equinox Limited
Ph +64 4 499 9450
Email: brendon.livingstone@equinox.co.nz