Codec News and Updates

At CODEC, collaboration sits at the heart of what we do. We believe the best software doesn’t come from silos—it comes from teams working together across boundaries, disciplines, and even time zones. That’s why we’re so excited to share more about our partnership with Druid Lab , a New Zealand–based startup that’s building something genuinely transformative for IT professionals worldwide. Working alongside founder Simon Falconer and his team, we’ve been helping bring Druid —an enterprise-grade Windows diagnostics and reporting platform—to life. It’s been an inspiring journey, not just because of the technology itself, but because of what it represents: the creativity, pace, and ambition of New Zealand’s software community. Why This Project Matters Diagnostics are one of those unsung areas of IT. Every sysadmin and helpdesk engineer knows the frustration of gathering logs, screenshots, and reports from Windows machines. It’s time-consuming, inconsistent, and often leaves clients waiting while engineers chase down details. Druid changes the game. It’s a one-click solution that captures a complete health snapshot of any Windows system—hardware, software, performance, event logs, network connectivity, even security posture—and turns it into professional-grade reports. That means faster fixes, fewer escalations, and more trust between IT providers and the businesses they support. For managed service providers (MSPs), the benefit is multiplied. Instead of every technician approaching diagnostics differently, Druid standardises the process, ensuring consistency across hundreds or thousands of endpoints. CODEC’s Role in the Journey From the outset, our role has been to help Druid Lab take a strong vision and shape it into a reliable, launch-ready product. That’s meant working shoulder-to-shoulder with their developers on everything from build automation to installer polish. A few highlights of our collaboration include: Build & Release Engineering – We worked to streamline Druid’s build pipeline, automating packaging for both MSI installers and portable builds, complete with versioning and retention policies. Deployment Confidence – Enterprise clients need reliable installation at scale, so we focused heavily on silent install modes, RMM-friendly deployment, and Windows Event Log integration. UI/UX Enhancements – Professional tools need to look and feel professional. Together with Druid Lab, we’ve refined splash screens, polished forms, and ensured consistent messaging across the application. Partnership Discipline – Launch deadlines matter. Our engineering discipline—paired with Druid Lab’s clear product vision—has kept the project on track, milestone after milestone. The result is more than just a piece of software. It’s a product we know will make life easier for IT teams around the globe. Celebrating New Zealand Innovation One of the things that makes this partnership special is the chance to work with a New Zealand–based founder and development team . At CODEC, we collaborate with teams across many countries, but there’s something uniquely energising about working with innovators from New Zealand. The Kiwi software community combines ambition with pragmatism: building products that are globally competitive, yet grounded in solving real-world problems. Druid is a perfect example. It’s enterprise-grade, but it doesn’t overcomplicate things. It’s powerful, yet simple to deploy. That balance reflects the mindset of its creators. Supporting founders like Simon Falconer also aligns with CODEC’s mission: to empower startups and scale-ups to move faster, launch stronger, and compete globally. When we see New Zealand developers building world-class tools, we want to be part of the story. The Technology Under the Hood So what makes Druid tick? It’s built on modern frameworks and libraries that give it both power and flexibility: .NET 9 – The backbone of the application, ensuring speed and reliability on modern Windows environments. LicenseSpring – Enterprise-ready license management with trials and flexible activation. On top of that, Druid includes configurable collectors, preference locking for enterprise consistency, and multiple deployment models—portable EXEs, MSI installers with a guided GUI, or silent installs for automation platforms like Intune, NinjaOne, or ConnectWise. All of this means IT teams can use Druid the way that suits them best, whether it’s a single helpdesk agent running diagnostics on a laptop, or an MSP pushing it to thousands of client machines. What It Means for IT Teams and MSPs At the end of the day, the technology matters because of the value it creates: For helpdesks: One-click diagnostics means even Level 1 staff can capture a complete system snapshot. Escalations drop, and fixes happen faster. For MSPs: Standardised reporting across all clients ensures consistency and builds trust. For IT leaders: Executive-ready reports translate technical data into business insight. For compliance: Druid captures security and configuration baselines, supporting audits and reviews. This is the kind of impact we love to see: technology that saves time, reduces errors, and strengthens relationships between IT providers and their clients. Looking Ahead With launch fast approaching, we’re proud of the role we’ve played in bringing Druid to life. But more importantly, we’re proud to showcase the innovation coming out of New Zealand. Working with Druid Lab has been proof that world-class software can emerge anywhere—and that when local founders have the right support, they can move at speed and compete globally. Looking forward, we’re excited to see where Druid goes next: deeper integration with RMM platforms, cloud-based fleet dashboards, and even smarter diagnostics powered by machine learning. The foundation is strong, and the roadmap is ambitious. Final Word At CODEC, partnerships are everything. Our collaboration with Druid Lab shows what’s possible when engineering discipline meets founder-led vision. Together, we’ve built more than just software—we’ve built confidence, speed, and trust. Most of all, we’ve had the privilege of supporting New Zealand developers who are punching well above their weight on the global stage. That’s a story worth telling, and we’re proud to be part of it.

Our CEO, Al Moore, was invited to the Wellington Rugby Admin Day on Sunday 27th July. This was an amazing opportunity for Al to address the Pride Team prior to the season starting

Wellington Rugby Football Union (WRFU) is delighted to announce Codec ‘Software for Business’ as the front-of-jersey naming rights partner for the Wellington Pride in the 2025 Bunnings Warehouse Farah Palmer Cup (FPC). After featuring on the back of the shorts in 2024, Codec now takes pride of place front and centre on the jersey in 2025. Codec’s COO & Director, Amy Cooper says, "We are incredibly honoured to be the major sponsor of the Wellington Pride in 2025. Supporting this team is not just about empowering all wāhine in sport, but also about fostering inclusivity, strength, and community. Together, we stand for pride, resilience, and the undeniable power of unity both on and off the field. We can’t wait to see what this season brings.” Codec specialises in designing and developing new software systems, application enhancements, and ongoing support for businesses of all sizes across New Zealand. With over 16 years of success, they continue to lead in innovation and service. WRFU CEO, Tony Giles says, "It’s an absolute privilege to have Codec front and centre on the Pride jersey in 2025. Al (CEO) and the wider Codec whānau are passionate about sport, especially women’s sport. Alongside their new women and girls’ partnership with Cricket Wellington, they also support Wellington Golf and Wellington Rugby, all while leading the way in staff wellness and celebration. Simply put, they are great people, and we are honoured to have them on board." Wellington Pride Head Coach, Fusi Feaunati adds, "We are incredibly grateful to Al and Codec for their generosity and continued support of our wāhine in rugby, particularly the Wellington Pride FPC team. Having Codec front and centre acknowledges the shared values of empowerment, inclusivity, strength, and service to our communities. Their support allows our programme to continue inspiring the next generation of wāhine through rugby. We are very excited for this partnership with Codec in 2025 and beyond."

Cricket Wellington is proud to announce a new and exciting partnership with CODEC, who will become the Official Sponsor of Women and Girls Pathways and Performance. This 3-year agreement marks a significant step forward in the support of women’s and girls’ pathway cricket in the region, providing crucial resources to enhance the development of future stars and strengthen the performance of our female pathways teams.

Golf Wellington Chairman Peter Gapes (pictured wit h our shiny new tee sign at Shandon golf course) is pleased to announce CODEC as their web application software integration and support partner.

Software for Business supporting Rugby for Women We are delighted to announce Codec “Software for Business” as a sponsor for the Wellington Pride Women's Rugby team in the 2024 Farah Palmer Cup. We look forward to being part of the Wellington Pride journey and the related development of pathways for women in rugby.

On the 5th April 2024 Codec was proud to sponsor new tee markers for the beautiful Shandon Golf Course – located on the banks of the Hutt River (15mins north of Wellington City), one of the region’s finest courses. We may be biased, but we think these stylish tee markers are a perfect match for the beauty of this course.

Over the weekend of the 20th to the 23rd if March 2024, we rewarded our staff with a trip to Taupo after completing one of our biggest projects ever . It was a chance for everyone to chill, reset and relax and enjoy the scenery of New Zealand's beautiful Taupo.

On the 31st of January Codec and Wellington Rugby took part in a golf event fundraiser for Wellington Free Ambulance at the wonderful Shandon Golf Course. We jointly raised over $20k for this great cause and had a great time in the process!