Celebrating Sixty Years of Moncrieff

Sixty years ago, on 18 July 1966, three members of the Moncrieff family set out on a journey that would become part of Western Australia’s technology story. Jim, Lillian and Bill Moncrieff founded WJ Moncrieff Pty Ltd with a simple belief in building strong relationships, providing great service and bringing innovative products to Australian customers. Today, 60 years later, that same spirit is still at the heart of everything we do.

Looking back, it’s remarkable to see how much technology has changed and how fortunate we’ve been to experience so much of that change firsthand. The photographs throughout this article provide a glimpse into that journey, showcasing some of the people, products and technologies that have been part of the Moncrieff story over the past six decades.

From agency products and electronic components through to digital watches, calculators, terminals and the arrival of personal computing, Moncrieff has been there during some of the most exciting periods in the industry’s history. We were privileged to work with products and technologies that were shaping the future long before most people realised what was coming.

One of the defining moments came during the rise of personal computing in the 1980s. Around that time, Moncrieff began partnerships with Microsoft and IBM PC Company, which would later become Lenovo. Those relationships have endured for decades and reflect something we’ve always valued: partnering with great people and great organisations to help our clients succeed.
As we celebrate this milestone, it is impossible not to reflect on the contribution of Bill Moncrieff.

Bill has been a constant presence throughout much of the company’s history and has witnessed almost every major technology shift of the modern era. More importantly, he helped guide Moncrieff through those changes with a focus on integrity, innovation and long-term relationships. His contribution to both Moncrieff and the Australian technology industry has left a lasting legacy, and all of us who are part of the business today owe him our sincere thanks and congratulations.

Of course, no company reaches 60 years on its own. To our clients, thank you for placing your trust in us. Some of you have been with us for decades. Others have joined us more recently. Every one of you has played a part in our story. To our vendor and business partners, thank you for your friendship, support and collaboration. The relationships we’ve built over the years have helped us navigate changing markets, changing technologies and changing customer needs. To our employees, past and present, thank you for your dedication, expertise and commitment to our customers. Your work has shaped the reputation that Moncrieff enjoys today.

While we are proud of our history, we are even more excited about the future.

Technology is evolving faster than ever. Artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud platforms and modern workplaces are creating new opportunities and new challenges for organisations. Just as Moncrieff embraced innovation in 1966, we remain committed to helping our clients navigate whatever comes next.

Sixty years is a significant milestone, but it is really a moment to say thank you to everyone who has been part of the Moncrieff journey. We are proud of where we have come from, grateful for the people who have helped us along the way, and excited about the road ahead.

Here’s to the next chapter. Here’s to the next generation of innovation. And here’s to the relationships that have made 60 years possible.