Hutchinson Software consultants bring an impressive depth and breadth of experience and knowledge to their projects. Principal consultant Chris Hutchinson and Senior consultant Janene Carey have both worked as IT professionals for more than fifteen years.

Chris Hutchinson - Principal Consultant

Chris has been the principal consultant with Hutchinson Software since 1998 and has been responsible for the successful completion of many large scale projects. He has a particular interest in user-centred design.

Chris received his Bachelor of Science, with majors in Computer Science and Psychology, from Auckland University in 1985. In addition to extensive experience as an analyst/programmer he can claim experience in PC support, Unix systems administration, and academic lecturing. In spare moments Chris teaches Aikido as head instructor for the Armidale Aiki-Kai dojo.

Janene Carey - Senior Consultant/E-Business Analyst

Janene is senior consultant and specialist e-business analyst with Hutchinson Software. Her postgraduate study in the areas of e-Business Strategies, Information Systems Management, Organisational Change and Small Business Management infuses her work with academic insights and rigour. She has a particular interest in the impact of electronic commerce on business, employment and service provision in rural and regional Australia (See article).

Janene received her Bachelor of Arts, with majors in Computer Science and Philosophy, from Sydney University in 1985. In 2004 she completed a Master of Economics degree (earning High Distinction grades for thesis and coursework units) through the Faculty of Economics, Business and Law at UNE. A summary report of her research into small business web sites is available here.

Janene has extensive experience in Oracle database administration, Novell local area network administration, and PC support. She has worked as Project Manager and Information Systems Manager for complex Oracle-based infrastructure projects