About us

Our mission is to be Australia's most respected enterprise solutions provider for IFS software.

Opportunity Box is a completely Australian-owned and operated company, specialising exclusively in IFS-based solutions. Our boutique consultancy offers a highly personalised service with dedicated account managers who know you by name. Through our deep technical knowledge, collaborative approach, and passion for helping businesses succeed, we build long-lasting relationships with each of our clients. We believe that by working together with clients as partners, we can create better outcomes for everyone involved.

IFS develops and delivers enterprise management software for customers around the world. The industry expertise of their people and solutions, together with a commitment to their customers, has made them a recognized leader and the most recommended supplier in the industries they specialise in. As the first Australian-owned partner established in Australia, Opportunity Box continues to maintain a close relationship with IFS as we grow together.

About the founders

  • Ben Harkin

    Operations

    With over 15 years of experience in ERP Implementations, Ben has worked as an enterprise application consultant, solution architect and project manager with domain expertise across project-centric and asset-intensive organisations. He has implemented solutions across a range of industries including Aviation & Defence, Construction and Contracting, Mining, Oil & Gas and High Tech Manufacturing. He specialises in heavily regulated/compliance focused sectors.

  • Lenard Gaffel

    Business Development

    With over 20 years of experience in Information Technology, Lenard has worked as an IT Manager, Business Analyst and Software Developer for both multinational companies and small to medium enterprise. He has a proven track record in delivering application and infrastructure projects. He also has experience in change management, software development and database administration. He has worked across a range of industries including Aviation & Defence, Mining, and Manufacturing.