Highlights from our 2024 Back2Basics event

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November 25th, 2024

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Vesta Software Group

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This year’s Back2Basics event brought together employees of Vesta Software Group from across our UK and European teams, with representatives from LATAM and the USA. Over two productive days, we connected, shared insights, and exchanged best practices in an inspiring environment filled with opportunities for growth and collaboration.

From meeting new faces to catching up with familiar ones, the event was a hub of fresh perspectives and innovative ideas that we’re excited to carry forward!

 

Insightful presentations

The agenda featured an array of presentations from our knowledgeable speakers, covering essential topics to drive success across our teams, including:

  • Improving billability – Strategies to maximise our teams’ effectiveness and value.
  • Boosting R&D ratios – Exploring ways to enhance our investment in innovation.
  • Lowering support calls while growing – Balancing growth with excellent customer service.
  • Reducing attrition – Fostering a supportive environment for talent retention.
  • Improving maintenance ratios through product design – The impact of thoughtful design on long-term efficiencies.
  • Client and product analysis – Understanding our markets and opportunities.
  • Efficiency planning – Finding smarter ways to achieve our goals.

We also had the pleasure of hearing from:

  • Thomasina Ward, who shared the remarkable journey of CRB Cunninghams, providing valuable lessons and insights.
  • Adrian Thompson, who delivered a vital update on IT cybersecurity, equipping us with the tools to safeguard our operations in an evolving digital landscape.

Launching our partnership with Simply Sustainable

A standout moment of the event was the official launch of our partnership with Simply Sustainable, marking a significant step forward in our commitment to Environmental Social Governance (ESG). This collaboration is about more than just improving our company; it’s about making a tangible difference for our community and the environment.

Together with Simply Sustainable, we’ll be working on a range of impactful projects, including:

  • Reducing our carbon footprint through smarter operational choices.
  • Supporting local communities with initiatives that reflect our core values.
  • Driving meaningful change by integrating sustainable practices across our business.

We’re eager to explore the areas where we can make the biggest difference, seamlessly embedding these initiatives into our daily operations. This partnership represents our vision for a future where growth is in harmony with responsibility, and we’re excited to see how it evolves in the months ahead.

Teambuilding with a twist

Another highlight was our Crystal Maze teambuilding activity. It was an engaging and fun-filled challenge that sparked some friendly competition and allowed us to work together, showcase our problem-solving skills, and strengthen team bonds in a unique way.

A big thank you

We want to extend our gratitude to the team who worked tirelessly to organise another fantastic event and to everyone who attended. Your energy, ideas, and contributions made this year’s Back2Basics an incredible success.

Here’s to carrying the momentum forward and making 2025 even more impactful!