Going the Extra Mile: Our Team's Comrades Marathon Journey

The same dedication that drives our IT solutions powered an incredible personal achievement

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When we talk about "going the extra mile" for our clients, it's more than just a saying - it's part of our DNA. This year, our team members Laurinda and Tracé demonstrated this commitment in the most personal way possible - supporting their husbands through one of South Africa's most grueling athletic challenges: the legendary Comrades Marathon.

A Tale of Endurance and Support

Rui de Matos (Laurinda's husband) crossed the finish line for his 6th Comrades completion, while Mark Gavin (Tracé's husband) achieved his 7th finish - both remarkable milestones. But this story isn't just about the runners; it's about the incredible dedication our team members showed in supporting their partners through months of training and the ultimate 89-kilometer test of endurance.

The Power of Team Support

What struck us most about following their journey wasn't just the individual achievement, but the incredible support our team members provided. Laurinda and Tracé were there before dawn, tracking their husbands' progress, cheering from the sidelines, and celebrating at the finish line. The early morning selfies, the roadside encouragement, and the joyful post-race celebrations reveal the character of our team members and why they're so exceptional at what they do.

"Watching Laurinda and Tracé support their husbands through months of preparation, early morning training runs, and race day itself shows the same dedication they bring to supporting our clients through complex IT challenges," reflects a colleague.

From Training Runs to IT Solutions

The parallels between marathon training and managed IT services run deeper than you might expect:

Long-term commitment: Just as Rui and Mark spent months preparing their bodies and minds for race day, we invest ongoing effort in understanding our clients' evolving technology needs.

Reliability under pressure: When you're 60 kilometers into a marathon with 29 kilometers still to go, you need systems (and people) you can count on. Our clients need that same reliability from their IT infrastructure.

Support when it matters most: The way Laurinda and Tracé provided encouragement during the toughest moments of their husbands' races embodies how our team supports clients through their most challenging IT scenarios.

Celebrating milestones: Whether it's completing your 6th Comrades or successfully migrating to a new system, achievements deserve recognition and celebration.

The Finish Line Feeling

The post-race photos capture something special - the satisfaction that comes from setting ambitious goals, putting in the work, and seeing them through to completion. It's the same feeling we get when we help a client achieve their technology objectives or solve a complex infrastructure challenge.

Rui's race number E13511 and Mark's Q20564 represent more than just participant tags; they're symbols of commitment, preparation, and the courage to take on something bigger than yourself.

Our Team Members in Action

This Comrades journey perfectly illustrates the character of our team members. Laurinda and Tracé's unwavering support for their husbands' ambitious goals demonstrates the same qualities that make them exceptional colleagues and client advocates. When you see how they encourage, plan, and celebrate personal achievements, you understand why our clients trust them with their most critical technology needs.

The dedication Laurinda showed in supporting Rui through his training regimen, and Tracé's commitment to being there for Mark every step of the way, reflects exactly the kind of partnership approach they bring to client relationships.

Beyond the Medals

As we congratulate Rui on his 6th finish and Mark on his 7th, we're equally celebrating what this reveals about our team members, Laurinda and Tracé. Their commitment to supporting their husbands' goals - through early morning wake-ups, logistical planning, and unwavering encouragement - demonstrates the same qualities our clients experience every day.

The Comrades Marathon teaches you that the impossible becomes possible when you have the right preparation, the right support, and the determination to keep moving forward. Watching how Laurinda and Tracé embody these principles in their personal lives reinforces why they're such valuable team members and trusted client partners.

Congratulations to Rui and Mark on their incredible achievements, and to Laurinda and Tracé for showing us what exceptional support looks like.

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Ready to go the extra mile with your IT infrastructure? Contact us to learn how our team brings the same dedication to your technology challenges that our runners bring to race day.