Christine Abela

Canterbury, South Island, Timaru, Otago

christine@oxygen8.co.nz

Christine Abela: Timaru’s Business Automation Specialist

Bringing Tech Expertise to South Canterbury Businesses

As a Timaru local with over 30 years of experience in business systems and technology, I help South Canterbury business owners cut through complexity and create practical solutions that save time, improve consistency, and scale operations.

Where Tech Expertise Meets Business Consulting

My journey began as a Senior Analyst Programmer for multinational companies, where I developed a deep understanding of how technology can transform business operations. Now, I bring that expertise to small and medium businesses throughout South Canterbury, Mid Canterbury, and the wider region.

What sets me apart from other business consultants is my unique combination of business strategy and technical know-how. I don’t just tell you what needs to change in your business – I help you implement the systems and automation that make those changes possible.

Business Automation: My Specialty

I’m passionate about helping business owners reclaim their time through smart automation. As a morning person who accomplishes more before 6am than most people do all day, I understand the value of efficiency!

My automation expertise includes:

Digital Automation

Creating custom workflows in your CRM to ensure leads never fall through the cracks
Setting up email marketing systems that nurture prospects while you focus on other tasks
Implementing project management tools that keep your team aligned without constant meetings
Developing custom reporting dashboards that give you instant visibility into business performance
Integrating your business tools so they work together seamlessly

Practical Automation

Designing efficient workflows that reduce bottlenecks and manual handoffs
Creating standard operating procedures that ensure consistency across your business
Building delegation systems that allow your team to take ownership
Establishing decision frameworks that empower your team to solve problems without you

Local Understanding, Global Experience

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.

I’m an active member of the Timaru business community through my involvement with Lions, the South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce and BNI, and I’m committed to helping our region’s businesses compete effectively in an increasingly digital world.

Real Results for Local Businesses

I’ve helped businesses throughout South Canterbury transform their operations:

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

Beyond Business Systems

I’m an opportunist who finds silver linings in surprising places. My clients often tell me I’ve helped them develop their businesses in ways they hadn’t considered before.

In addition to my business consulting, I bring communication skills from my background as a voiceover artist and motivational speaker. I’ve helped clients share their messages with tens of thousands of people across the globe.

When I’m not helping business owners fall in love with their businesses again, you’ll find me enjoying the peaceful pursuits of handcrafts, gardening, and fishing around beautiful South Canterbury – activities that give me time to think and develop innovative solutions for my clients.

Let’s Transform Your Business

Whether your business needs rescue, improvement, or growth, I can help you implement the systems and automation that will save you time, reduce stress, and increase profits.

Contact me today to book a free consultation and discover how business automation can transform your South Canterbury business.

Whether your business is in need of rescue, needs to improve or just needs to grow, our Business Success Programme will help you to achieve your goals.

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