Business Networking

A NEW BENCHMARK FOR NETWORKING
AND BEST PRACTICE SHARING IN
AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND INDUSTRY.
Upcoming Events and Calendars
A NEW BENCHMARK FOR NETWORKING
AND BEST PRACTICE SHARING IN
AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND INDUSTRY.
Upcoming Events and Calendars
A NEW BENCHMARK FOR NETWORKING
AND BEST PRACTICE SHARING IN
AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND INDUSTRY.
Upcoming Events and Calendars
A NEW BENCHMARK FOR NETWORKING
AND BEST PRACTICE SHARING IN
AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND INDUSTRY.
Upcoming Events and Calendars

Being globally competitive doesn’t just happen – it requires open, challenging minds to continually strive for excellence.

Our unique approach sets a new benchmark in business networking in Australia and New Zealand.

“We attended the first specialist HR event for BPN, hosted by Sunny Queen Eggs. It was valuable to be able to ‘shoot the breeze’ and share HR issues with experienced practitioners in a collaborative environment.”

Kate Benfer - People & Culture - Darwalla Group - 13/02/2020

2020-03-16T17:06:08+10:00

Kate Benfer - People & Culture - Darwalla Group - 13/02/2020

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/kate-benfer/

"The need to plan for visible management systems both in content and in placement – the value is in making them an integral part of work conversations. We are currently planning a factory extension and I consider this to be an important consideration. The conversations at Parmalat and also the dinner stirred my energy to fight for this."

Cheryl Pope - Executive Manager, Agritechnology Pty Ltd. - 4/12/18

2019-01-16T16:03:35+10:00

Cheryl Pope - Executive Manager, Agritechnology Pty Ltd. - 4/12/18

The need to plan for visible management systems both in content and in placement – the value is in making them an integral part of work conversations. We are currently planning a factory extension and I consider this to be an important consideration. The conversations at Parmalat and also the dinner stirred my energy to …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/cheryl-pope/

The visit to EGR was a real eye opener! To have a manufacturer competing on the global stage based in Brisbane, is outstanding. The way they have adopted operational excellence, is a testament to their leadership and engagement with their team. A great event that will stay with me.

Simon Flack - Business Improvement Manager, Darwalla Group - 18/10/18

2019-01-22T12:03:44+10:00

Simon Flack - Business Improvement Manager, Darwalla Group - 18/10/18

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/simon-flack/

"I enjoyed the following.

“Adopt a machine” idea is something that I had discussed with the team here at Ontex / The site tour was a good experience.

Prysmian asking for feedback to help better themselves / Open conversations sharing ideas/experiences on what has been successful and not so successful on their site."

Derrick Love - Maintenance Fitter, Ontex - 19/07/19

2019-07-10T10:13:14+10:00

Derrick Love - Maintenance Fitter, Ontex - 19/07/19

“I enjoyed the following. “Adopt a machine” idea is something that I had discussed with the team here at Ontex / The site tour was a good experience. Prysmian asking for feedback to help better themselves / Open conversations sharing ideas/experiences on what has been successful and not so successful on their site.”

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/derrick-love/

""Thanks to Incitec Pivot and Best Practice Network for a professionally managed event, allowing me to see 5S & Visual boards from a different perspective. A fresh viewpoint helps develop new ideas for CI.""

John Lahdesluoma - Production Services Manager, Barrett Burston Malting - 10/4/19

2019-05-16T10:22:22+10:00

John Lahdesluoma - Production Services Manager, Barrett Burston Malting - 10/4/19

“Thanks to Incitec Pivot and Best Practice Network for a professionally managed event, allowing me to see 5S & Visual boards from a different perspective. A fresh viewpoint helps develop new ideas for CI.”

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/john-lahdesluoma/

"“Alan Muntz's workshops were very engaging and well-presented. The information was very useful for people who have others reporting directly to them in their work (or may do in future), providing real tools that can be used to handle the issues that come with managing people. It was particularly useful for understanding the role shift when moving from being an individual contributor to someone managing others, and appreciating the value that each role provides.”"

Lucie Austen - Systems Engineer - L3 Oceania Pty Ltd - 05/03/2020

2020-03-17T12:02:23+10:00

Lucie Austen - Systems Engineer - L3 Oceania Pty Ltd - 05/03/2020

“Alan Muntz’s workshops were very engaging and well-presented. The information was very useful for people who have others reporting directly to them in their work (or may do in future), providing real tools that can be used to handle the issues that come with managing people. It was particularly useful for understanding the role shift …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/lucie-austen/

"“Thanks for the event it proved to be very useful and I have already started looking into consultant facilitators to see how to adopt and adapt this process to our business model, the sessions were informative and paced so that the message was received without labouring the point. Overall very professional and well done.”"

Joe Ash - Wagners - 22/5/19

2019-06-24T16:24:51+10:00

Joe Ash - Wagners - 22/5/19

“Thanks for the event it proved to be very useful and I have already started looking into consultant facilitators to see how to adopt and adapt this process to our business model, the sessions were informative and paced so that the message was received without labouring the point. Overall very professional and well done.”

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/joe-ash/

"With such a wide variety of industries at the get together, the different approaches to issues and experience each brought is invaluable. Can't wait to be involved in more site visits."

Megan Boulter, Office Manager, SCHÜTZ Australia Pty Ltd

2016-07-01T11:41:17+10:00

Megan Boulter, Office Manager, SCHÜTZ Australia Pty Ltd

With such a wide variety of industries at the get together, the different approaches to issues and experience each brought is invaluable. Can’t wait to be involved in more site visits.

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/megan-boulter/

"What a privilege it was for us to have such great minds from the Best Practice Network industry leaders to focus their expertise on our business for a few short hours. A priceless opportunity!"

Mike, Rob, and Paul, Total Auto Recyclers

2017-04-07T10:37:22+10:00

Mike, Rob, and Paul, Total Auto Recyclers

What a privilege it was for us to have such great minds from the Best Practice Network industry leaders to focus their expertise on our business for a few short hours. A priceless opportunity!

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/robert-third/

“It was awesome to tour UTS Tech Lab tour and understand their unique vision towards building strategic partnerships with industry in a collaborative way. I am sure with the maturity of UTS Tech model it will provide immense opportunity to develop and sustain community of practice to help companies like our accelerate improvement journeys by leveraging on shared resource pool and best practices.”

Saurabh Sharma - Sims Metal - 22/8/19

2019-12-06T09:23:57+10:00

Saurabh Sharma - Sims Metal - 22/8/19

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/saurabh-sharma-sims-metal/

"The passion that the senior managers and the workforce have in regards to using and improving systems, the tools for capturing information and how orderly the workplace was in every aspect."

John Fumberger - Maintenance Supervisor - Cleanaway Resource Co - 07/08/19

2019-10-17T10:20:11+10:00

John Fumberger - Maintenance Supervisor - Cleanaway Resource Co - 07/08/19

The passion that the senior managers and the workforce have in regards to using and improving systems, the tools for capturing information and how orderly the workplace was in every aspect.

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/john-fumberger/

Having only recently started our Lean journey, it was inspiring to see a company where Lean was clearly in their DNA and what a profound impact it had made to culture and performance.

Bill Malone - Chief Operating & Finance Officer, ProPlaster Products - 20/11/18

2019-01-16T15:33:13+10:00

Bill Malone - Chief Operating & Finance Officer, ProPlaster Products - 20/11/18

Having only recently started our Lean journey, it was inspiring to see a company where Lean was clearly in their DNA and what a profound impact it had made to culture and performance.

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/bill-malone/

"A great event hosted by Weir Minerals, displaying innovative smart factory solutions and their TPM program. The live digital smart factory KPI boards in WEIR’s production meeting room inspired the implementation of a similar digital board to better track critical equipment at the Blood Service."

Magnus Ahlen - Lean Coordinator, Australian Red Cross Blood Service - 12/3/19

2019-05-01T10:32:54+10:00

Magnus Ahlen - Lean Coordinator, Australian Red Cross Blood Service - 12/3/19

A great event hosted by Weir Minerals, displaying innovative smart factory solutions and their TPM program. The live digital smart factory KPI boards in WEIR’s production meeting room inspired the implementation of a similar digital board to better track critical equipment at the Blood Service.

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/magnus-ahlen/

"I found that Dulux QLD were excellent hosts and were very open and honest about their journey, operational practices, systems, culture and behaviours. This allowed me to obtain some learnings and quick wins that we hope to implement at our own business."

Brent Reid, Logistics Superintendent, Austube Mills

2017-03-14T11:41:27+10:00

Brent Reid, Logistics Superintendent, Austube Mills

I found that Dulux QLD were excellent hosts and were very open and honest about their journey, operational practices, systems, culture and behaviours. This allowed me to obtain some learnings and quick wins that we hope to implement at our own business.

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/brent-reid/

"The Best Practice Network is a great avenue to witness best practice from other companies which can really expand your mind, empower, motivate and give you great ideas and solutions when you go back to your own site."

Adrian Thomas - Lean Coordinator and Quality Champion, B&D Doors and Openers

2017-07-20T16:23:52+10:00

Adrian Thomas - Lean Coordinator and Quality Champion, B&D Doors and Openers

The Best Practice Network is a great avenue to witness best practice from other companies which can really expand your mind, empower, motivate and give you great ideas and solutions when you go back to your own site.

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/adrian-thomas/

“Thanks to the Priestley's Gourmet Delights team for hosting a fantastic event. I appreciated the openness with which the PG Delights' team shared their improvements in various areas including Quality, Planning and Innovation. The session was quite interactive which was great for sharing of best practice and hearing different opinions. I also enjoyed the site tour and following the production process of baking a muffin...great people with fantastic products thus creating sweet success!!”

Ash Tulsi - National Quality Manager - Winson Group

2020-01-07T14:48:05+10:00

Ash Tulsi - National Quality Manager - Winson Group

“Thanks to the Priestley’s Gourmet Delights team for hosting a fantastic event. I appreciated the openness with which the PG Delights’ team shared their improvements in various areas including Quality, Planning and Innovation. The session was quite interactive which was great for sharing of best practice and hearing different opinions. I also enjoyed the site …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/ash-tulsi-2/

"“It was another great experience today with some very good discussions.”"

Ash Tulsi - National Quality Manager, The Winson Group - 20/07/19

2019-07-10T10:10:43+10:00

Ash Tulsi - National Quality Manager, The Winson Group - 20/07/19

“It was another great experience today with some very good discussions.”

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/ash-tulsi/

“The Best Practice Network - UTS Protospace and Rapido event, was a wonderful opportunity to see their available capabilities to work with industry, to develop project delivery solutions that benefit multiple industry backgrounds.

The BPN event was a great experience with all attending having positive feedback. I would recommend joining in on any upcoming events at UTS.”

George Nikolas - National Technical Services Manager - CSR Lightweight Systems - 17/07/19

2019-08-20T14:32:23+10:00

George Nikolas - National Technical Services Manager - CSR Lightweight Systems - 17/07/19

“The Best Practice Network – UTS Protospace and Rapido event, was a wonderful opportunity to see their available capabilities to work with industry, to develop project delivery solutions that benefit multiple industry backgrounds. The BPN event was a great experience with all attending having positive feedback. I would recommend joining in on any upcoming events …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/george-nikolas/

"Participating in a Best Practice Network event at ANCA was nothing like I expected. It's a great way to network and gather ideas on solving problems. Any Supply Chain professionals who are serious about improving their business should not pass up the opportunity to attend one of these events; I'll definitely attend again."

Sean Watt, Supply Chain Manager - Clayton - PPG

2016-10-14T16:20:03+10:00

Sean Watt, Supply Chain Manager - Clayton - PPG

Participating in a Best Practice Network event at ANCA was nothing like I expected. It’s a great way to network and gather ideas on solving problems. Any Supply Chain professionals who are serious about improving their business should not pass up the opportunity to attend one of these events; I’ll definitely attend again.

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/sean-watt/

“I really enjoyed the 2 days, gave me a rejuvenated view on observing human movement, and a take away - having friendly but safety focused, deliberate conversations."

Chris Lemmon - National HSE Manager - The Winson Group - 19-20/09/19

2019-12-09T11:28:39+10:00

Chris Lemmon - National HSE Manager - The Winson Group - 19-20/09/19

“I really enjoyed the 2 days, gave me a rejuvenated view on observing human movement, and a take away – having friendly but safety focused, deliberate conversations.”

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/chris-lemmon/

"I really appreciated the opportunity to attend the excellent event at Darwalla. I found this to not only be informative but also reassured me that PGD are moving in the right direction. I can’t speak highly enough of the experience I gained during my visit and have strongly recommended that all my work colleagues start attending these sessions."

Scott Milsom - Priestley Gourmet Delights - 24/06/19

2019-06-24T15:53:32+10:00

Scott Milsom - Priestley Gourmet Delights - 24/06/19

“I really appreciated the opportunity to attend the excellent event at Darwalla. I found this to not only be informative but also reassured me that PGD are moving in the right direction. I can’t speak highly enough of the experience I gained during my visit and have strongly recommended that all my work colleagues start attending …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/scott-milsom/

"“I attended the BPN event in ResMed. It was reassuring to know that the challenges we face in my company are experienced by other companies and industries as well. It is great that through events such as this, we get the opportunity to network with people from other companies, other industries and other areas of discipline to share good practices, learnings and new perspectives on things.”"

Irene Concepcion - Lean Practitioner - AstraZeneca - 10/07/19

2019-08-07T11:32:41+10:00

Irene Concepcion - Lean Practitioner - AstraZeneca - 10/07/19

“I attended the BPN event in ResMed. It was reassuring to know that the challenges we face in my company are experienced by other companies and industries as well. It is great that through events such as this, we get the opportunity to network with people from other companies, other industries and other areas of …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/irene-concepcion/

"“I found this event very helpful with loads of food for thought, ideas and take aways from all the participants from various industries as well as the host. In fact I am already putting some of the ideas generated from the event into my current role as Continuous Improvement Manager. Looking forward to the next event.”"

Barry Croome - Continuous Improvement Manager - VISY

2019-07-17T12:08:25+10:00

Barry Croome - Continuous Improvement Manager - VISY

“I found this event very helpful with loads of food for thought, ideas and take aways from all the participants from various industries as well as the host. In fact I am already putting some of the ideas generated from the event into my current role as Continuous Improvement Manager. Looking forward to the next …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/barry-croome/

“It was very insightful & exciting to see other ways in which companies are focusing on customer experiences and the changes they have made to improve their customer’s experience. I thoroughly enjoyed the morning networking with people from other companies & what they see is important to making a customer experience great. I’ll be taking these insights away & using them in my own projects & work.”

Natalie Lark - Specialist, Digital Claims Experience - iag

2019-12-09T11:52:15+10:00

Natalie Lark - Specialist, Digital Claims Experience - iag

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/natalie-lark/

""My First visit to BPN was enjoyable and worthwhile, having being involved in Continuous improvement for a few years on our site it was good to see how Similar business were applying there knowledge. During the visit I found that there was quite a lot of people that have worked their way through challenges that we are currently dealing with and were eager to help. It was also good to see another business that is quite young into their Lean journey as it highlighted some of the things that can be forgotten along the way. I look forward to the next BPN and seeing everyone on our site in the near future.""

Ryan Hammond - Maintenance Line Lead - Thales - 04/07/19

2019-08-07T11:30:32+10:00

Ryan Hammond - Maintenance Line Lead - Thales - 04/07/19

“My First visit to BPN was enjoyable and worthwhile, having being involved in Continuous improvement for a few years on our site it was good to see how Similar business were applying there knowledge. During the visit I found that there was quite a lot of people that have worked their way through challenges that …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/ryan-hammond/

"“David’s workshop was a great reminder about how important it is to use imagery to capture the hearts and minds of your audience. As a naturally wordy person, it is difficult for me to think in images and it was great to work out my ‘imagery and picture’ muscles in this workshop. I look forward to using the techniques in a more visual display of our strategic vision.”"

Louise Weine - National Director - NAWO - 03/03/2020

2020-03-17T12:07:53+10:00

Louise Weine - National Director - NAWO - 03/03/2020

“David’s workshop was a great reminder about how important it is to use imagery to capture the hearts and minds of your audience. As a naturally wordy person, it is difficult for me to think in images and it was great to work out my ‘imagery and picture’ muscles in this workshop. I look forward …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/louise-weine/

Thoroughly enjoyed discussing CI with people across several industries. Walked away from the session with some great practical ideas that would definitely improve how we operate today. I will definitely be coming back and attending future sessions, thanks Best Practice for organising a great event.

Luis Melgar - Customer Advocacy Solutions Manager, iag - 26/11/18

2019-01-16T15:56:56+10:00

Luis Melgar - Customer Advocacy Solutions Manager, iag - 26/11/18

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/luis-melgar/

"Thanks for inviting me along to the event at Priestley's Gourmet Delights. The Quality Forum was really insightful and it was great to interact with Quality professionals from multiple industries. My biggest insight was that culture drives performance no matter what the industry. We all experienced similar issues whether we made food, car parts or medicinal products."

Ben Parkinson - Quality Manager, Greens Biscuits - 12th April 2019

2019-05-20T16:46:38+10:00

Ben Parkinson - Quality Manager, Greens Biscuits - 12th April 2019

Thanks for inviting me along to the event at Priestley’s Gourmet Delights. The Quality Forum was really insightful and it was great to interact with Quality professionals from multiple industries. My biggest insight was that culture drives performance no matter what the industry. We all experienced similar issues whether we made food, car parts or …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/ben-parkinson/

"“The Best Practice Network Event at Dexion was a great way to gather information on the latest industry updates for warehousing from safety standards to storage solutions. It’s always interesting to meet people in similar roles across a range of industries and I find that each time those conversations have generated an idea or solution that I can use in our workplace”"

Jayne Middleton - Supply Chain Manager - PG Delights - 18/07/19

2019-08-07T11:34:38+10:00

Jayne Middleton - Supply Chain Manager - PG Delights - 18/07/19

“The Best Practice Network Event at Dexion was a great way to gather information on the latest industry updates for warehousing from safety standards to storage solutions. It’s always interesting to meet people in similar roles across a range of industries and I find that each time those conversations have generated an idea or solution …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/jayne-middleton/

"The Moot Court provided a valuable experience in setting expectations and awareness of the importance in training, risk assessments and individual actions can play in an incident. The session allows attendees to open their eyes and mind to question if they are doing everything they can to help those on the shop floor. "

Michael Richards, SHEQ Officer, Weir Minerals - 16/10/18

2018-11-28T13:25:44+10:00

Michael Richards, SHEQ Officer, Weir Minerals - 16/10/18

The Moot Court provided a valuable experience in setting expectations and awareness of the importance in training, risk assessments and individual actions can play in an incident. The session allows attendees to open their eyes and mind to question if they are doing everything they can to help those on the shop floor.

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/michael-richards/

“Great seminar, having gone into the seminar with almost zero knowledge of the subject, Lorraine has done a great job providing me with an in depth understanding of what Blockchain is about and what its capabilities are. The various examples on how this is and could be applied within the organisation has given me crystal clear insight.”

Amien Raffie - Procurement - Street Furniture - 03/10/19

2019-12-09T15:18:08+10:00

Amien Raffie - Procurement - Street Furniture - 03/10/19

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/amien-raffie/

"I have never been on a site visit where participants have not seen or learnt something new that has been of value to them. I often hear some of our most skilled associates comment, they need to see different sites to properly challenge their thinking. As a host, it is terrific to have the input from a fresh set of eyes on a situation that we live everyday."

Will Day, Director Leica Biosystems

2015-06-12T10:21:55+10:00

Will Day, Director Leica Biosystems

I have never been on a site visit where participants have not seen or learnt something new that has been of value to them. I often hear some of our most skilled associates comment, they need to see different sites to properly challenge their thinking. As a host, it is terrific to have the input …

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/will-day/

""It was my first BPN session at Parmalat and was fantastic!! Was great to see new tools, techniques & processes used in varied industries. BPN is a great platform to connect like minded people and share their knowledge."

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Deepak Suri - Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, Ontex - 5/4/19

2019-05-16T10:17:13+10:00

Deepak Suri - Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, Ontex - 5/4/19

“It was my first BPN session at Parmalat and was fantastic!! Was great to see new tools, techniques & processes used in varied industries. BPN is a great platform to connect like minded people and share their knowledge.”

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/deepak-suri/

“The CI Leaders Forum is an ideal platform for engaging discussions amongst CI Leaders from a cross- section of industries.
It could be seen that CI Leaders, being in charge of transformation are faced with the same challenges in driving Operations Excellence through their organisations despite varying set of circumstances.
The Forum promotes the sharing of Best Practices and navigating through the obstacles in a supportive environment.
Great work to THALES for hosting the successful event.
This is the first CI Leaders Forum and I look forward to future forums to come.”

Kevin Leung - National CI Manager - Lactalis Australia - 19/02/2020

2020-03-16T16:58:38+10:00

Kevin Leung - National CI Manager - Lactalis Australia - 19/02/2020

https://www.bestpracticenetwork.com.au/testimonials/kevin-leung/

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