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WorkingMouse is committed to inspiring future tech leaders through initiatives like the InspireU STEM Camp. By providing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students with hands-on tech experience and mentorship, we empower them to explore STEM careers and envision their future in the industry.


WorkingMouse’s Codebots tool automates end-user documentation by linking model changes to documentation updates. It uses a higher level of abstraction and automated testing with tools like Playwright to ensure documentation stays current with system updates. The tool integrates models, tests, and documentation, streamlining updates and reducing labor, making it ideal for modernizing legacy systems.


In 2025, technology consulting will focus on structured team topologies, digital twin technology, and strong ESG priorities. Simplifying user experience, using model-driven metrics, and integrating meta and visual modeling are key trends. WorkingMouse aims to compete with major platforms through its advanced, integrated solutions. Adopting these trends will enhance efficiency and client satisfaction.


By 2028, Queensland will advance digital transformation with digital IDs, cybersecurity, and inclusive services. Key goals include addressing diverse demographic needs, leveraging emerging technologies, and enhancing service delivery. Challenges involve managing legacy systems, data sovereignty, and attracting talent. Queensland's proactive approach aims to lead in digital innovation and set a high standard for government efficiency and engagement.


Codebots, a platform engineering tool for designing and building software systems, has introduced several new features to enhance usability. Updates include Frame and Grids for better shape positioning, Container Layouts and Multiple Containers for improved organization, and Bulk Editing for easier model maintenance. Future updates will include logic-based models, performance metrics, and single diagram visuals for comprehensive application structure views. These enhancements aim to streamline system design and maintenance, making Codebots more powerful and user-friendly.


The Queensland Government's new digital license is a step towards addressing the challenges of digital identity management. As traditional methods like email-based identification become obsolete due to security risks, emerging solutions such as government digital identities, secure third-party verification, and token-based authentication offer a more secure and streamlined approach. The Trusted Digital Identity Framework (TDIF) and initiatives like the National Digital Licence aim to harmonize and simplify identity verification. While technology advances, legal and regional inconsistencies pose challenges. Collaboration between government and private sectors, leveraging technologies like Thales' Digital ID Wallet, will be crucial for creating a secure and efficient digital identity ecosystem.


As of 2024, WorkingMouse’s TrackerBot has received major updates, building on the foundation laid in 2023. TrackerBot, designed for the Australian Department of Defence, marks a significant leap forward in modernising Material Procurement Systems (MPS), offering enhanced flexibility, scalability, and control. The new system features innovative models such as the Entity, UI, and Meta models, all integrated with Codebots and built on a cutting-edge tech stack, aligning with the government’s push to phase out legacy systems. With its future-proof architecture and user-centric design, TrackerBot is set to revolutionise the way procurement is managed, improving efficiency and reducing costs for years to come.


WorkingMouse has achieved ISO 27001 certification, underscoring our commitment to top-tier data security and reliability. ISO 27001 is a global standard for information security management, ensuring the protection of data, compliance, and risk mitigation. This accreditation enhances customer trust by demonstrating our rigorous security practices and adherence to high standards. For more details on our commitment to security, check out our ISO 27001 certification announcement.


This article outlines our manifesto and journey in software development. Our mission is to lead globally in software applications through innovation, emphasizing the value of people, processes, and tools, now also incorporating education and support. We've refined our team structure to include cross-functional squads for optimal project output and quality, and we emphasize the importance of balance and continuous learning. Our processes are adaptable to customer needs, and our proprietary tools like Codebots drive our innovation. Ultimately, we aim to leverage our expertise to empower partners and excel in digital transformation.


The 2023 BiiG Festival - Innovation for Impact featured dynamic discussions on how innovation can create positive social change. On Day 2, highlights included engaging youth in policy decisions, telehealth advancements for rural areas, the development of the Injury Code Assistant, the Disaster Impact Survey, future employment pathways for youth in Logan, and the Queensland Digital License Application. Key themes included the importance of collaboration, technology's role in fostering innovation, and the challenges of implementing change. Stay tuned for our breakdown of Day 3 for more insights from this exciting event.


We recently attended the 2023 BiiG Festival - Innovation for Impact, a multi-day event focused on how innovation can drive positive social change. Highlights from Day 3 included insights from key speakers on responsible technology, including AI, and the significant changes Queensland will face as it prepares for the 2032 Olympics. Dr. Catriona Wallace emphasized the need for responsible tech and learning about innovations, while Cle-Anne Gabriel, Mike Kaiser, and Nicholas Davis discussed shifts in work, productivity, and tech regulation. Dr. Jordan Nguyen concluded the festival with inspiring ideas on inclusive technology and its potential to improve lives. Overall, the festival underscored the importance of ongoing learning and adaptation to harness technology for good.


Codebots has launched a new course called BotCamp, which we use to onboard our development teams. The four-week course, led by experts, covers model-driven engineering, augmented intelligence, and the Codebots product suite. It is now available to the public in Australia, Indonesia, Turkey, Brazil, and the USA. For more details or to register, visit the Codebots website.


WorkingMouse is rolling out its strategy for the 21/22 financial year, focusing on four key pillars: improving customer experience, enhancing continuous improvement, automating technology processes, and advancing career progression. Key initiatives include automating DevOps processes to streamline support and release cycles, increasing internal career growth opportunities, and simplifying customer interactions by reducing the number of contacts. The strategy aims to foster growth for both employees and clients, leveraging lessons from the previous year to refine their approach and deliver better results.


As we closed out the financial year, we took the chance to reflect and strategize for 2020-21. Our company-wide strategy day, led by CEO Matt Francis, highlighted our renewed focus. Our vision is to foster creativity and mastery to deliver valuable products, and our mission is to broaden our horizons through continuous improvement and client value. We have four main goals: 1) Ensure consistent quality throughout project phases, 2) Expand delivery capacity and customer reach, 3) Deliver and measure the value of our software, and 4) Prioritize people in our software development. These goals will guide our efforts as we continue to improve and grow.

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