2022 has been a year packed full of achievements and new opportunities for our business and customers. From new app launches and inspiring in-person events to an amazing new partnership and prestigious certification, we’ve celebrated some fantastic firsts and huge milestones this year and have begun laying the foundations for an even stronger 2023.
“This is probably one of the most definitive years for Creative. It will lead to substantial growth of the business and ensure the future success of the team whilst providing significant technological Roadmaps for our customers.”
Justin Farmiloe
Here are some of our highlights from 2022…
#1 Becoming a Microsoft Gold-Certified Partner
In February, we were once again certified as a Microsoft Gold Partner – which is amazing news for both the company and our clients. To secure Microsoft’s highest partner level, we had to demonstrate that we operate to the highest standards, proving competency within a range of key areas.
For us, this means we are leaders within the partner space, and first in line for Microsoft’s latest updates and news. For our customers this means:
- Specialised support when you need it
- Expertise you can trust
- First-class customer service & solutions
#2 The launch of Just-TALENT
This year, we launched Just-TALENT: a talent royalty share solution solution designed to enhance and streamline operations for production companies.
This innovative app is the first of its kind and is now the UK’s leading talent reporting software. Helping to improve financial visibility, enhance reporting and remove the risk of human error, our newest solution will cut your current reporting processes from weeks down to minutes, leaving you more time to focus on the things that matter most.
If you want to learn more about how Just-TALENT could benefit your business, book a free 1:1 demo to see it in action.
#3 A new partnership with The Virtual Forge
Although recent, we’ve already seen a lot of promise from our latest partnership with The Virtual Forge. Along with bringing Power BI and Azure Cloud Consultancy to Creative, The Virtual Forge brings new experience and expertise that will enhance our current offerings and inform future developments.
“We could not be more thrilled about this strategic partnership. Creative is a hugely respected Microsoft Gold Partner in a sector that’s growing exponentially. At The Virtual Forge we have a lot of experience with Microsoft but in complementary areas such as .NET development, Power BI and Azure. All capabilities that fit hand in glove with Creative’s offering.
Both companies are recognised as the best at what they do, so the prospect of joining forces is hugely exciting. Creative will be able to leverage our strong pedigree in business visualisation, data science and IP software development, which presents huge value to their customers. Meanwhile, our customers can benefit from Creative’s unparalleled understanding of the Microsoft world.”
Garrett Doyle, Co-CEO at The Virtual Forge
#4 Bringing Just-TV to F&O for broadcaster ITN
One of the biggest projects in the 2022-23 pipeline is our development of Just-TV in F&O for broadcast giant ITN.
By bringing Just-TV to both Business Central and F&O, we’re both maximising the reach of this game-changing software and expanding our reach in this target market.
It’s early days yet, but we’re already making fantastic progress with the prototype. Watch this space!
#5 The Spotlight Board events
Following the success of our Spotlight podcast series, in September, we hosted our first in-person board event at The Vault Leadenhall.
The event spanned over 3 hours, allowing guests to access a wealth of insights and peer-to-peer strategic guidance from heavyweights within TV & film production and distribution finance.
We’ll be kicking off 2023 with 2 more in-person events, featuring exciting new guests and informed, actionable insights.
All of our activity over this last year has worked together to great significant growth at Creative, including:
- 14% increase in turnover
- Nearly 100% growth on social media
- 185% growth in organic website marketing
It’s been a fantastic year here at Creative and we’d like to thank our team & customers for making this all possible – but the best is yet to come. Here’s to 2023!
