Strengthening Program Assurance:
Engineers Australia’s Digital Transformation with Blue Bike
Engineers Australia (EA), the national engineering body representing over 130,000 members, launched a $30 million Digital Transformation Program in December 2022 to replace core technology platforms and enhance system integration.
A key component of the program was improving EA’s Program Management Office (PMO) and Program Assurance capabilities. To support this, EA partnered with Blue Bike Solutions to provide Program Assurance services, ensuring high-quality delivery throughout the program’s lifecycle.
The Challenge
Engineers Australia needed to enhance its Program Assurance processes to ensure the successful delivery of its Digital Transformation Program. With the replacement of multiple core technology platforms, the organisation sought to improve system integration, governance, and risk management. The challenge was to implement effective assurance frameworks, evaluate progress, and provide actionable insights to optimise decision-making and minimise risks across the program.
The Solution
Blue Bike was selected to support Engineers Australia’s Digital Transformation Program by providing expert Program Assurance services over an initial 14-month period (May 2024 – June 2025). Their approach included:
Collaborating with EA
Blue Bike worked closely with EA to design a schedule of governance reviews and management checks, focusing on major core technology system implementation projects and the Digital Transformation Program.
Tailored Methodology
Blue Bike adapted the Gateway Project Review Framework to suit EA’s needs, including Deep Dive and Light Health Check reviews.
Governance Reviews and Reports
Blue Bike conducted reviews across several areas, such as Business Case Readiness, Project Management, Governance, Architecture, and System Design, presenting findings and recommendations to EA’s executive and board sub-committees.
Ongoing Support
Blue Bike treated each review as a sub-project, engaging with executives, governance bodies, and SMEs, and providing detailed reports with recommendations for improving future implementations and the overall program.
Blue Bike Outcomes
Blue Bike completed 11 reviews, delivering critical insights that led to:
Improved Risk Reporting
Better risk reporting from project to program level, ensuring proactive management of potential risks.
Optimised Governance
Strengthened governance structures and decision-making processes.
Cost and Change Management
Improved evaluation of total cost of ownership for new systems and a stronger focus on change management for major implementation projects.
Key Recommendations
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Alignment of project reporting with program leadership needs.
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Strengthened enterprise and solution architecture across the organisation.
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Improved business cases and contract readiness for core system implementations.
Conclusion
Blue Bike’s expert Program Assurance services have played a pivotal role in strengthening Engineers Australia’s Digital Transformation Program. Our tailored approach to governance, risk management, and system evaluation has driven better decision-making and improved program outcomes.
For organisations looking to ensure the success of their transformation initiatives, Blue Bike offers the expertise and strategic insight needed to optimise program delivery.
Get in touch with Blue Bike today to learn how we can support your digital transformation journey.
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