--- title: "Making things better — SuperGold, security, software projects: Boost News 22 October" description: "Learn about: how making things easier for seniors created the no.1 app in NZ; a better way to run discovery workshops; and improving your cyber security." image: https://contact.boost.co.nz/hubfs/share-banner-v2.png --- No. 1 app in NZ, cyber security made simple, recipe for software development success, and help running your project discovery workshops. | View in browser Share newsletter       Boost. The power of positive impact 22 October 2019 | | --- | | | | Making things better This issue looks at making things better. Learn about: how making things easier for seniors created the no. 1 app in NZ improving your cyber security an easier way to run discovery workshops the secret to success in software development. | | | | | | Boost Agile Coach Lauren Carey's family checking out the SuperGold app Making it super easy for seniors The new SuperGold website and mobile app went live earlier in the month, making it super easy for seniors to get deals and discounts, and stretch their money further. It was an exciting time, with plenty of demand and lots of media interest. In fact, the app reached No. 1 in New Zealand on both the App Store and Google Play. Anyone who gets NZ Superannuation or a Veteran's pension gets a SuperGold Card. The card gives them discounts, deals and free off-peak public transport. It’s a way that government and businesses can thank seniors for their contribution to the country. The Ministry of Social Development’s goal was to make it easy for seniors to access the deals no matter where they are or what device they use. Cardholders can find deals nearby, check out special offers, search for the kind of deal they’re after or browse through all the offers available. Check it out and share it with the seniors in your life. They deserve it. Learn more about the SuperGold card and app  → | | | | | | Check your cyber security New Zealand Cyber Smart Week may have just finished, but it’s never too late to check that you’re cyber secure. This quiz from the NZ government cyber security agency CERT NZ takes about 5 minutes and lets you check you’ve got the basics covered. Once you’re done, you’ll get an email noting your strengths and weaknesses and some simple tips to improve your online safety. Cyber security self-assessment quiz  → | | | | | | Discovery workshops that work Kick-off kit hits 2000 downloads Our Kick-off kit recently clocked up download number 2000. It’s a sign that lots of people out there want to give their projects the best chance of success. No-one wants to put in all that effort only to end up with a fizzer. Download the Kick-off kit for discovery workshops (PDF) The Kit guides you through a fun, one-day discovery workshop. It shows how to run a range of activities that clarify your objectives, map out the steps to achieve them, and get the team humming. Free discovery workshop: are you eligible? Although the Kit lets you run your own workshops, there’s a lot to be said for having an experienced, independent facilitator. Practice makes perfect and all that. "The discovery workshop was the key to starting our project on the right foot.” — Rocky Webster, FinCap Because we know the importance of getting projects off to a good start, we offer this as a free service for the right projects. You don’t need to commit to work with us; if we’re confident the project will deliver a positive and lasting impact, we’re happy to help get it off the ground. Email James to see if you're eligible for a free workshop  → | | | | | | Our recipe for software development success In the nigh on two decades we’ve spent delivering software projects, we’ve learnt what works and what doesn’t. We’ve collected these insights into our recipe for success: The ideal Boost project. It sums up what’s needed to deliver a successful project for our clients, our company and the community as a whole. With a full project schedule, we can only take on so many new clients. So when we decide whether to take on a new project, we check that it has all the right ingredients.  Does your project fit the bill?  Contact us to find out | | | | Our next Agile Professional Foundation runs on 24–25 February Get the skills to deliver more value, faster. | | Boost Level 5, 57-59 Courtenay Place Te Aro Wellington 6011 New Zealand boost.co.nz   \|    info@boost.co.nz   \|    +64 4 939 0062 | | Share         | | Did a friend send you this? Subscribe here Want more ways to increase your impact? Read past issues Unsubscribe | Boost  Level 5, 57-59 Courtenay Place    Te Aro  Wellington  6011  New Zealand  You received this email because you are subscribed to Boost News from Boost. Update your email preferences to choose the types of emails you receive. Unsubscribe from all future emails