Recommendations

The following quotes are about about me personally or some of the systems I have worked on over the years.

Subject: Good Job, keep it up!!
Name: Maxine Hulme
Role: IT Network Manager

‘I have recently had forced upon me the Managed Core Service [Unity]. I wasn't quite sure what to expect and quite honestly some of the horror stories you hear, well you get the idea.

I have to say I am very pleasantly surprised.

There have been teething troubles, though one has to expect that with any system. I find it very intuitive and generally very easy to use. I think the staff here will also find it easy. They have been used to moodle and frog, so web based is not new to them.

All in all I like it and once I know it better I am sure I will like it more.

The problems I have had have been sometimes through my lack of knowledge - not the system. Other issues the team have sorted quickly and effectively, just to stop me nagging I think.'

Subject: Easy!
Name: Julie Watkins
Role: ICT Curriculum Manager

‘We have used the Assimilate Learning Platform with ease and have found Ramesys are always quick to answer our queries. With the new batch update data we will be able to upload data much faster. Assimilate allows students easy access to data within the school and remotely at home.’

Subject: NETLinc - User Appropriate Interfaces and Access
Name: Darren Leafe
Role: Content Development Manager

‘All of the county's pupils have [been given] a unique profile that determines their access requirements and provides them with an interface that is appropriate to their age and ability. Once connected, pupils are guided to information that is relevant to their needs. This is achieved by the use of a sophisticated directory structure and resource tags that ensure the information viewed is appropriate in terms of its subject and key stages.’

Subject: NETLinc
Name: Computer Weekly's e-Business Sponsor
Role: Awarding Judge

'The NETLinc system is an impressive one. It is an excellent example of community benefit driven excellence. The NETLinc implementation can justifiably be cited as best practice in the e-learning field.'

Subject: Reference
Name: Oliver Keeling
Role: Product Team Lead

'I have worked with Bob for over 7 years now with him reporting directly to me for over 4. Over that time he has shown a dogged determination to put the end user first when it comes to Ramesys software and has fought long and hard to ensure that user experience and usability are at the heart of what we produce.

Bob guided and supported the product team ensuring [The Product] met WAI; WCAG and ATAG usability standards to meet the output specification of the BECTA Learning Platform Requirements. Bob excels at engaging not only with senior managers but also within schools working with teachers and students to ensure that Ramesys focus on delivering the solutions that meet the needs of how the users want to work.

I have no hesitation in recommending Bob as a hard working and dedicated specialist in User Experience, Interface design, Usability as well as graphic design and creativity.'

Subject: Reference
Name: Gareth Bidder
Role: Product Programme Manager, Capita IT Services

'I have worked with Robert for over 6 years during which time our product set has improved greatly, largely due to his contribution.

As well as superb imagination and technical graphical skills, Robert's focus on the user and system usability provides him with an enviable set of skills. Robert's ability to effectively communicate with everyone from senior managers down to primary school pupils in particular has impressed me.'

Subject: Recommendation
Name: Shashin Ruparel
Role: Product Manager

'I’ve worked with Bob with a number of different clients and have yet to find a user he cannot empathise with and understand their needs or no creative task that can be thrown at him that he cannot handle.

Every system he works on, regardless of type, he leaves better and every user he works with he leaves satisfied and therefore I have no problem recommending him for any role.'

Subject: Recommendation
Name: Aubrey Moore
Role: Development Team Leader and Senior Developer

'I have worked with Bob for a few years. He is a hardworking, dedicated team player and a true expert in his field; his knowledge of UI Usability is second to none. We have worked on many projects together to deliver a fantastic user centred experience for learners.

He is simply great asset to any organisation.'

© Bob Powell