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RUSH Head of Engineering and AI, Hamish Friedlander, bridges the gap between React and Flutter Dev —popular frameworks for developing user interfaces—with a focus on state management techniques. Hamish explores the parallels between these two frameworks and provides real-world code snippets that demonstrate creating and using providers, handling asynchronous data fetching, and implementing state updates. This hands-on content makes the article a valuable resource for React developers venturing into Flutter or anyone looking to expand their cross-framework knowledge. If you're a developer who's keen on staying at the forefront of mobile and web development, read Hamish's full article here: https://bit.ly/3YPrspf #TechLeadership #OpenSource #Flutter #Google

Excited to share insights from our Head of People and Culture, Heather Polaschek's, latest article on Idealog! The article explores key trends we're navigating at RUSH to adapt to the evolving workforce landscape: the emergence of an employers' market, the AI-driven upskilling imperative, our expanding gig economy, the growing importance of DEI, and our increased focus on mental health and wellbeing. We're not just observing these trends – we're actively responding. From launching our te ao Māori strategy to implementing comprehensive AI upskilling initiatives. Check out the full article on Idealog: https://bit.ly/3YLx43X #WorkforceTrends #FutureOfWork #EmployeeWellbeing

Two of our incredible projects, the 2.0 App for Z Energy NZ and website for UNICEF Aotearoa, are finalists in the Designers Institute of New Zealand Best Design Awards 2024! Our collaboration with Z Energy on their reimagined mobile app has been recognised in the Digital Product category. We redesigned the app to keep Kiwis moving with pioneering features and a seamless user experience. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3AjCIjq Our partnership with UNICEF Aotearoa to create an innovative digital donor experience has earned a spot in the Social Good category. This project is helping UNICEF connect with New Zealanders and increase online donations, supporting their vital work for children worldwide. Learn more about the project here: https://bit.ly/4dLPxkT We're proud to work alongside amazing clients who share our vision for leveraging technology to make lives better. #BestDesignAwards2024 #digitaldesign #techforgood

Our Founder & CTO Danushka Abeysuriya was interviewed by Bruce Cotterill on the latest episode of Leaders Getting Coffee, discussing everything from his childhood in Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka, to growing up in South Auckland and then going on to build the company which built one of Aotearoa's most impactful pieces of tech n the COVID Tracer App. Key takeaways: ▪ hiring and retaining exceptional people is the backbone of making a genuine, positive impact in a technology business ▪ history suggests we could be heading for another AI winter soon, but right now there are so many ways to embrace it's ability to positively augment workflows ▪ if Danu's father ever decides to leave NZ, we're all following 😅 Check out the full episode at https://lnkd.in/gDDusE58 #leadersgettingcoffee #techforgood #livefortherush

Is your digital strategy stuck in limbo? In our latest article, our CPO and CCO discuss how enterprises can stop wasting money on failed digital initiatives, and instead get some runs on the board. Key takeaways: 🎙️ Many businesses invest millions in strategic plans but struggle to deliver real value to customers 🎙️ The "strategy-execution gap" is costing companies dearly in the race against digital disruptors 🎙️ Our methodology bridges this gap, turning strategy into action at unprecedented speed Don't let your digital roadmap gather dust. Discover how to rapidly deliver customer value while building a culture of continuous innovation. Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3yImMXu #DigitalProductStrategy #ProductDevelopment #Innovation #MakeBetterActuallyHappen

Introducing the Kate Parsons Impact Award, a new RUSH tradition. This year we added a new esteemed award to RUSH’s celebrations - the Impact Award - in honour of our former CFO and Board Director. The award celebrates individuals who embody RUSH's core values and go above and beyond to drive positive change. We're thrilled to congratulate Rosie Alldridge, Product Researcher, as the inaugural recipient of the award. Rosie is recognised as one of the most dedicated, talented, hard-working, and humble individuals at RUSH. Her commitment to project success and team wellbeing is unparalleled, making her a truly deserving recipient. Join us in celebrating Rosie! 👏 Read our full article: https://bit.ly/3SAGQBN

Congratulations to our 2024 RUSH Godfather Award winner, Jum Eivers! 🥂 Five years ago, we started this award to keep the spirit of Dr. Ray Thomson alive in everything we do. Ray, our former Board Chairman and RUSH's original Godfather, left us with a legacy of innovation, unwavering determination, and a rare blend of humility and charisma that continues to inspire us all. Jum, Programme Director in Delivery, embodies the Godfather award through his extraordinary dedication, consistent high performance, and significant impact on RUSH's operations. His dedication to RUSH’s values is evident in his every action. He prioritises a people-first approach, consistently advocating for his team’s well-being and long-term sustainability. Jum is what RUSH is all about! Read more here: https://bit.ly/3WD1aUD

We are thrilled to announce that RUSH has been selected as a finalist for the 2024 Best Places to Work Awards. 🏆 This recognition reflects our core belief - it's about the people, not the tech. At RUSH, our commitment to our values is creating an environment where innovation thrives and diverse perspectives are heard. Ultimately it’s our incredible people that makes RUSH a truly special place to work. We're honoured to stand alongside other outstanding companies who share our passion for workplace excellence. Stay tuned for the final results! #CompanyCulture #ProudMoment

We’re excited to share the case study of Z App 2.0 - our innovative reimagining of Z Energy's mobile experience that launched last year. Six years ago, RUSH partnered with Z Energy NZ to create an app that brought market-leading services to Kiwi customers, like Pay-By-Plate, Sharetank and Pre-order. Many of our team at RUSH have worked on the Z App since its inception, and considered this project a “once-in-a-career” opportunity to rethink something they’ve worked on for so long. Z wanted to ensure their app remains a pioneer of customer experience excellence; our team embarked on an ambitious journey to redesign and rewrite the application, all aimed at creating a smoother, faster experience for Kiwi customers. Pretty proud to see it ranked the #1 lifestyle app - massive thanks to the incredible teams at Z Energy and RUSH who poured their hearts into this project. Here's to keeping Kiwis moving, smarter and faster than ever! bit.ly/3A6Me9u