PrintIT Reseller - issue 115

BULLETIN Growth and expansion for RDS Right Digital Solutions (RDS) has opened two new office locations, marking a significant milestone in its growth strategy. The London team have relocated to a new nearby location on Gracechurch Street. Located in the heart of the city, the eco-friendly building provides a great space to work from and deliver quality service for clients. In addition to the London move, RDS has also opened a second new office location in Leeds to deliver managed IT, telecoms and print services. This expansion presents an exciting opportunity for the Northern team to grow and better serve clients in the region. Sales Director Paul Ryland said: “We’re delighted to open our Leeds office. It’s ideally situated for us, giving us a base from which to provide IT services from our expanding portfolio to businesses locally. Our regional team have years of experience working in the IT space, and they have already hit the ground running.” www.rightdigitalsolutions.com Three decades of partnership Konica Minolta and its Stockport-based 5-star accredited partner Woodbank Office Solutions are celebrating three decades of partnership. Managing Director Janet Bowden founded Woodbank Office Solutions in 1989 reselling used photocopiers as a side venture to her job at a bank. Determined to grow and enhance the business, she soon became a Minolta partner (the forerunner of Konica Minolta) and the two companies have worked in close partnership ever since. Today, Woodbank Office Solutions provides managed print solutions, office photocopiers, printers, and integrated business solutions to businesses in Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Merseyside, Yorkshire, Lancashire, and the North-East. Passionately supporting her team whilst remaining hands-on with day-to-day activities, Janet prides herself on maintaining the best mix of people on her team and trusting in them to use their own skills to maintain Woodbank Office Solutions’ ongoing success. “We have a great culture based around trust, if your team can trust in each other, then customers will trust you too. If you set the right foundations up, everything else will flow. I know there are companies that have grown faster, but whilst our growth may have been a bit slower, we are steady and we're strong.” www.woodbankoffice.co.uk PRINTITRESELLER.UK 7 Focus Group acquires Pinnacle Focus Group has announced its strategic acquisition of Pinnacle, a well-established cloud communications and mobile specialist headquartered in Bristol. This move is set to enhance Focus Group's geographical reach across the Southwest, market presence and service offerings, solidifying its position as a comprehensive provider of innovative solutions in the telecoms, IT, connectivity and mobile sectors. Several key factors drove Focus Group’s decision to acquire Pinnacle. It comes at a time of significant growth for both companies and represents a natural alignment of values and objectives. Pinnacle has earned an outstanding reputation in the industry, built upon its commitment to delivering exceptional service and its strong focus on culture and a peoplefirst approach to business. Furthermore, the business has a compelling success story having demonstrated consistent revenue growth over the years, with high visibility on future earnings and strong cash generation capabilities, aligning closely with Focus Group's growth strategy. With a proven track record of cross-selling IT, mobile, and fixed-line services, Pinnacle offers significant growth potential that can be further enhanced through the integration of Focus Group's products and expertise. Brian Lodge, Regional Director at Focus Group said: "We are thrilled to welcome Pinnacle into the Focus Group family. This acquisition reflects our commitment to growth and not only further strengthens our operations in the Southwest but also brings together two companies that share a common vision for growth and customer satisfaction. Pinnacle's product range complements Focus Group's offerings in telecoms, IT, and mobile solutions, while its expertise in customer-centric UC technology presents additional opportunities for synergies and innovation." Katy Simmonds, COO at Pinnacle added: "We are excited to join forces with Focus Group and leverage their extensive resources, strengthened product portfolio and industry experience. We remain dedicated to providing unparalleled value to our customers and as part of Focus Group, we will be in a position to continually innovate and deliver best-in-class solutions to meet their evolving needs." https://focusgroup.co.uk Expanded partnership Agilico is embarking on a bold initiative to align its operations with the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This strategic move comes as part of the company's broader commitment to becoming net-zero by 2030, reflecting its dedication to sustainability and responsible business and community practices. www.agilico.co.uk Recognition for Carbon Carbon has received a letter of commendation from the Dunfermline local MP, Douglas Chapman, acknowledging the dedication and success of its team and investment in the area. The company said that after promoting sustainable managed print and digital services to local businesses in Fife/ Central Scotland, it's incredibly rewarding to see its efforts recognised. Managing Director Colin Yule said: "I am delighted with the recognition of our team's effort and acknowledgement of our growth of sustainable managed print services in the Central Belt. “A big thank you to our team for their hard work and commitment. Together, we're making strides towards a more sustainable and efficient tomorrow!” https://carbon-group.co.uk

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