Transform Your South Canterbury Business

As Timaru's business automation specialist, I help South Canterbury business owners save time, increase profits, and build systems that allow their businesses to thrive - with or without them present.

I help South Canterbury business owners.

Are you a business owner in Timaru, Ashburton, or elsewhere in South Canterbury who is

I understand the unique challenges of running a business in our region.

With my background as a Senior Analyst Programmer and 30+ years helping small businesses, I bring a rare combination of business strategy and technical expertise to help you automate, systematize, and grow.

You are not alone. Many business owners report feeling stressed, overworked and lost. On top of that it’s very hard to deliver a decent profit or get a good return. Many don’t survive or grow without outside help.

"Our business doubled in the first year"

See how we’ve helped improve the lives of many business owners.

Not in South Canterbury?

Not a Problem

I am happy to work in person with clients in South Canterbury, or online in other areas. But if you prefer to work with someone local, you are welcome to reach out to another Oxygen8 Business Success Consultant in your area.

Are you ready chat to someone about creating the business you dreamed of?

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How I Help South Canterbury Businesses

Unlike generic business consultants, I combine strategic business advice with practical technology implementation. Here’s how I can help your Timaru or South Canterbury business:

BUSINESS SYSTEMS

& AUTOMATION

I’ll help you create systems that:
  • Reduce your workload by automating repetitive tasks
  • Ensure consistency even when you’re not personally involved
  • Allow your business to scale without adding proportional staff costs
  • Free up your time to focus on growth or enjoy more personal time

TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION
& OPTIMISATION

As your tech-savvy business consultant, I can:
  • Integrate your business software so systems talk to each other
  • Create custom reporting that gives you clear visibility into performance
  • Implement CRM systems that ensure no leads or customers fall through cracks
  • Develop automated marketing systems that work while you sleep

STRATEGIC BUSINESS PLANNING

Together, we’ll:
  • Create a practical roadmap for your business growth
  • Identify and eliminate bottlenecks holding you back
  • Develop strategies specific to our South Canterbury market
  • Build a business that supports your lifestyle goals

Who we are

Oxygen8 is a group of experienced business people. We’ve faced the same challenges as you and have turned many companies around. We’ve made dreams come true.

We use an internationally tested process to get to the heart of the problem and then work with you to steer the company in the right direction. 

More about us.

What we offer

A Free Consultation and a WOF on Your Business

A confidential chat to understand your most pressing needs and urgent challenges, followed by an initial analysis of every part of your business to identify where additional profit is available. We’ll illustrate how much more profitable your business could be by implementing some changes and we’ll give you a projection of the value of your business over time.

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Local Understanding, Technical Expertise

Living and working in Timaru gives me unique insight into the challenges and opportunities facing South Canterbury businesses. I understand our regional economy, the seasonal patterns that affect cash flow, and the local business networks that can help you thrive.
 
My clients appreciate that I speak both “business owner” and “tech” fluently—translating complex technical concepts into practical solutions that make sense for your business.

Real Results for Local Businesses

  • A Timaru trades business that reduced admin time by 15 hours per week through automated scheduling and invoicing
  • An Ashburton retailer who doubled their customer retention rate with an automated follow-up system
  • A South Canterbury professional services firm that increased capacity by 30% without adding staff
  • A local manufacturer who improved production efficiency by 25% through better workflow systems
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