I have confidence in the leadership skills of the senior management team
The Senior Leadership Team live and breathe the values of Access and everything they do is driven by this approach. They define the culture and lead by example in how Access should behave at work, as well as how the values drive the success of the company. From presentations, how they talk and behave in the workplace to how they work with customers and suppliers, the Senior Management Team lead by example and ensure the values are in the DNA of all that they do. Chris Bayne is a very open and approachable CEO. He takes the time to talk to everyone, no matter who they are or what job they do. When he is in any of Access’ offices he walks around talking to people, finding out what they’re doing and generally making every employee feel important. He is also open to suggestions from staff and is keen to engage, discuss and involve everyone. The CEO is very good at talking to people on their level and there is no air of superiority, just someone who wants everyone to achieve. Access has introduced both the Technical Academy for the development, support and consulting teams and also the Sales Academy for the sales teams. These schemes encourage training, development and the sharing of best practice. They look at it as ‘filling the tool bag’, so staff have the full range of tools available to them to excel in both their jobs and their careers. Access encourage learning and empower staff to find the training they require to improve themselves and the skill set within the company.