Mantel Group enters Australian IT market, flags appetite for growth

Australia’s latest technology services company has marked its arrival with the launch of two new businesses and details of big plans for local and international growth.

Melbourne-based Mantel Group applies innovative and emerging technology to grow businesses, guided by an experienced senior executive team including former Odecee co-founders Con Mouzouris (CEO) and Michael Bodle (COO).

“Mantel Group is bringing its rich industry skills and experience to the local market, with aspirations to become Australia’s leading technology solutions provider,” said Mouzouris.

The group’s five-year growth strategy involves building its team to 1,000 people, expanding across Australia and Asia, pursuing responsible acquisition opportunities and listing on the Australian Stock Exchange.

Mantel Group’s foundation businesses – DigIO and Eliiza – both focus on enhancing technology, learning and development in today’s markets while keeping an eye on the opportunities of tomorrow.

DigIO takes a human approach to technology, working closely with clients to develop end-to-end digital solutions – from technology selection to building and operating phases – focused on shared knowledge, continuous improvement and design thinking.

DigIO CEO Patrick Eckel said as a learning organisation, DigIO invests in developing its own people while also sharing methods and learnings with clients to uplift capability and reduce reliance on vendors. 

“Our business is about building positive relationships and educating clients on ways technology can have a meaningful impact on people,” said Eckel.

Eliiza specialises in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, helping clients ideate, build and scale commercially viable AI solutions.

Eliiza CEO James Wilson said the Australian market is beginning to recognise AI as a means to improve efficiency and enrich the customer experience.

“We have developed a delivery framework that enables rapid iteration of cost-effective and scalable AI solutions, helping customers form an AI strategy based on real-world results,” said Wilson.

Founded in November 2017, Mantel Group continues to build a diverse team of industry experts committed to helping organisations use technology to help themselves.

“It’s an exciting time for Mantel Group, but also the broader Australian IT industry,” said Mouzouris.

“Technology has the power to change lives, so for us it’s about building strong partnerships with great people, sharing knowledge and working together to deliver positive user experiences.”