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Int'l Business Times
29-07-2025
- Business
- Int'l Business Times
ENERTACTS Solutions Inc.: Reshaping Tech Integration for Small Businesses
Software excellence and reliable technology integration are essential in today's digital landscape. Without quality assurance and precise system validation, even the most advanced technologies can become liabilities instead of assets. ENERTACTS Solutions Inc. (ESI), an IT consultancy based in Ottawa, exists to eliminate that risk. It empowers organizations, especially those in fast-paced, tech-enabled industries, to achieve seamless system performance, stack reliability, and impactful digital outcomes. ESI was founded in 2023 to help organizations make better decisions about the technology they invest in. It serves as a strategic partner that guides businesses through the complex and challenging waters of digital transformation. Specializing in supporting startups, retail, and manufacturing supply chains, the firm has earned a reputation for bridging gaps between vision and execution through targeted, right-sized tech solutions. ESI founder Deyo Onamusi, a Nigerian-Canadian technologist, worked across continents and industries, gaining a profound understanding of business operations and technology's limitless possibilities. Inspired to solve real-world problems through thoughtful and responsible tech integration, he blended his experience in energy utilities, manufacturing, and retail systems to launch ESI. Deyo Onamusi Originally conceived as a platform to serve the energy and clean tech sectors, the company's name was a portmanteau of "energy," "technology," and "actions." As the venture matured, its focus shifted toward broader IT consulting, particularly software validation for tech-enabled organizations. This pivot was driven by Onamusi's firsthand observation of a recurring problem. Many organizations were making significant investments in new technologies, including AI, without a clear understanding of how, or even if, those tools addressed their actual business needs. "Instead of adding value, what usually happens is that those investments introduce inefficiencies, wasted budgets, and organizational confusion," Onamusi states. ESI was created to stop that cycle by ensuring technology decisions are grounded in business logic, not just buzzwords. It works with clients to assess their current operations, pain points, and long-term goals before recommending a technological pathway. The solutions it provides are tailored to the business's stage and scope. A key differentiator for ESI is its agile, lean delivery model. ESI offers high-impact support on a flexible, as-needed basis. This approach is valuable for small businesses and startups, which typically operate without the resources or internal technical teams necessary to vet and implement new systems. Onamusi says, "Entrepreneurs may excel in their craft, but as they scale, they inevitably hit a point where digital infrastructure becomes essential. We step in at that exact moment to fill the void with precision, strategy, and care." The company's offerings cover a spectrum of testing and integration services. Through its functional and UX testing, ESI helps ensure that systems work as intended and deliver seamless user experiences. This means reducing bugs, improving adoption, and strengthening customer satisfaction. API and integration testing play a critical role in today's microservices-heavy architectures, verifying that systems communicate effectively and securely. With support for automation and continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, these services are built to evolve with a client's operations. On the more advanced end, ESI deploys AI-powered quality assurance solutions that can reduce manual overhead, cut costs, and free up teams to focus on innovation. ESI further stands out for bringing objectivity and transparency to technology validation. It also champions cost-conscious innovation. By optimizing resource use and minimizing avoidable expenditures, ESI helps organizations do more with less. It's a valuable proposition in today's economic climate. This commitment to accessibility, equity, and sustainability reflects Onamusi's dedication. The founder is a problem-solver by nature, a technologist by training, and a builder by passion. His career journey reflects a deliberate path toward systems thinking and responsible innovation. Whether advising a retailer on robotic automation in warehouse fulfillment or helping a manufacturer integrate smart systems into legacy processes, Onamusi's goal is always to align technology with purpose. "I believe that effective tech adoption isn't about being first or flashiest. It's about being smart, strategic, and sustainable," he says. His company operates the same way. Through ENERTACTS Solutions Inc., Deyo Onamusi is initiating a movement that advocates for smarter, leaner, and more intentional technology utilization. With many organizations racing to adopt every new tool in sight, ESI offers a reminder that the power of technology is in its ability to serve the business, the user, and the mission.
Winnipeg Free Press
25-06-2025
- Winnipeg Free Press
Brandon schools rife with racism, local Nigerians say
BRANDON — The recent sword attack on a high school student was not an isolated incident, but rather 'the boiling point of unchecked racism' that Nigerian students have had to endure, a spokesman for a local Nigerian group told school trustees this week. More than 20 parents, many dressed in black, joined representatives of the United Nigerians in Brandon Association at Monday's Brandon School Division board meeting to share their concerns about safety and racism in local schools. The emotionally charged meeting followed the June 10 attack, described by Brandon's police chief as racially motivated, on Chinonso Onuke, a Nigerian-Canadian Grade 10 student at Neelin High School. Matt Goerzen / Brandon Sun files Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara speaks with Chinonso Onuke during a recent visit. 'Many Nigerian families in Brandon no longer feel safe,' Ade Adeyemi told the board. 'We don't feel safe sending our children to school, and many of our children no longer feel safe… because of the colour of their skin. 'We are here not to blame, but to urge this board to protect and partner with us,' he said. Adeyemi shared findings from the group's preliminary survey of the city's Nigerian community. Of 50 responses received within 24 hours, he said, 43 per cent reported experiencing racial discrimination, while half of the parents said they had raised concerns with schools only to see no change. 'The data also showed that students in grades 5 through 8 are especially vulnerable,' Adeyemi said. The most common issues reported were racial slurs, verbal abuse, exclusion, and in some cases, physical violence, he said. 'We request that the school division publicly release the findings of any recent or ongoing safety audits at Neelin High School or provide a clear timeline for the completion of these reports,' Adeyemi said. 'Also, we urge the division to clarify how racially motivated incidents are currently handled in schools. Specifically, we ask for transparency on how staff are trained to identify and respond to these incidents … and how families are informed and included in the follow-up process.' Another urgent appeal was for the creation of culturally safe spaces within schools. Another recommendation was the installation of metal detectors integrated into automated access systems at school entry points. 'These are meant not as a punitive measure but as a proactive one to ensure safer school environments,' Adeyemi said. The group said students involved in a violent or racially motivated incident should be suspended while an investigation is conducted. It wants monthly updates from the division tracking progress on school safety, responsiveness and student well-being. Board chair Linda Ross assured the group the board is concerned about those issues. 'We share your horror and heartbreak,' she said. Trustee Calistus Ekenna, who is a member of the Nigerian community, questioned the group's spokesperson about the statement that the Neelin attack was not isolated. Adeyemi responded that their recent survey confirms many Nigerian families have long-standing concerns about discrimination in Brandon schools and believe their complaints have often gone unaddressed. Trustee Breanna Sieklicki made an emotional statement of solidarity. Wednesdays A weekly dispatch from the head of the Free Press newsroom. 'When I heard of the attack, it was very sad, and it breaks my heart to know that anybody is treated differently because of the colour of their skin or any other reason,' she said. BSD Supt. Mathew Gustafson told the Brandon Sun Tuesday the division is open to investigating any unresolved racial and security concerns. He said families should first contact school principals, and if issues remain, escalate them to the superintendent's office. 'We take these allegations extremely seriously,' Gustafson said. 'Our values are directly opposed to any form of discrimination, and we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for every student.' — Brandon Sun
