BULLETIN Aurora opens office In response to the ever-changing landscape of modern workplaces, Aurora Managed Services has opened its new office location in Reading, Berkshire. With this latest expansion, the company is positioning itself to better serve customers in the South and establish a physical presence in a region that has experienced rapid growth. The Reading office will act as a hub for innovative solutions that cater to the unique needs of businesses as they adapt to the demands of hybrid work environments. The Reading office also doubles as a showroom, currently showcasing the Konica Minolta C3070 production press. This advanced digital press printer offers a comprehensive suite of capabilities, from rapid printing speeds to high-resolution output and versatile paper handling options. The launch of the new office marks a significant step for Aurora towards helping businesses achieve their hybrid working goals. By combining cutting-edge technology, dedicated service, and innovative solutions, the company is positioning itself as a leading provider in the ever-evolving world of hybrid work. www.aurora.co.uk 20 years of partnership Printerbase has sold more than 25,000 printers and 35,000 multifunction printers since the company first partnered with Brother UK, 20 years ago in 2003. The reseller has also sold 10,000 label devices and 2,500 scanners from the vendor, with more than 250,000 ink and toner cartridges provided to customers. The relationship has strengthened since Printerbase began offering Brother MPS in late 2021. Brother MPS now makes up more than half (58%) of all the printas-a-service contracts that Printerbase agrees. Khalil Hussain, Sales Manager at Printerbase, said: “So much has changed in the channel over the last 20 years. You just have to look at the technological improvements from the first devices we were selling in 2003 compared to today, as well as the whole shift towards printas-a-service. But the reason we’ve been able to adapt with the times and be successful is by having a trusted, reliable partner in Brother.” Chris Grimshaw, Business Manager – Online Partners at Brother UK, added: “The success that Printerbase has achieved over the last two decades is testament to the strong, collaborative relationships that we build with our partners.” www.printerbase.co.uk • www.brother.co.uk PRINTITRESELLER.UK 7 Apogee partners with MyEmpire Group Apogee has partnered with cyber security consultancy firm MyEmpire Group, to expand its managed workplace services offering. MyEmpire Group has provided specialist capabilities to support cyber improvement programs for over ten years. Specialising in cyber governance and leadership, security health checks, penetration testing, and security frameworks (Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, etc.), MyEmpire Group also provides ongoing programme support and management via STaaS (security team as a service). By partnering with an external independent organisation that is already well-established in the cyber security field, Apogee has further strengthened its portfolio of managed workplace services. With service excellence complemented by industry-leading technology, Apogee will continue to provide customers with hardware and software support, while MyEmpire Group’s team of consultants will take the lead on security projects to enhance customers’ security practices. Alex Woerndle, Co-founder and UK lead for MyEmpire Group, said: “We’re very excited about our partnership with Apogee. I think the cyber security knowledge and resources our team brings to the table will complement Apogee to further protect their customers online, which ultimately means peace of mind for all parties involved. MyEmpire Group specialises in designing, implementing and managing custom cyber security programs to fortify businesses online.” The partnership provides a more integrated and diverse solutions portfolio, opening up new conversations with organisations about their security concerns and priorities. MyEmpire Group will also benefit from additional resources and access to Apogee’s 200+ strong engineering team. www.apogeecorp.com SOS Systems acquires Abbey Office Solutions SOS Systems has completed the acquisition of Abbey Office Solutions, a Canon print services provider headquartered in Hampshire. This move strengthens SOS Systems’ presence in a key market area but also reinforces its guarantee of delivering solutions to a broader client base. “Our ethos has always been customercentric,” said Managing Director Chris Sills. “Our acquisition of Abbey Office Solutions fits perfectly with our medium and long-term goals. Growing our Canon Business Centre within our territory has been a key objective for the group and the Abbey acquisition complements this overall strategy.” Abbey Office Solutions’ customers will receive enhanced digital transformation benefits from SOS’s extensive technology portfolio, along with industry expertise. With its Canon Platinum Service accreditation, SOS Systems is distinguished as only the second UK business to attain the Canon Business Centre Status. These serve as a testament to the superior standards and exceptional support it offers to businesses. www.sossystems.co.uk Chris Sills
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