14 01732 759725 NEWS : RESELLERS Flotek extends reach with Swansea acquisition Flotek, the Cardiff-based IT and managed services provider, has expanded its South Wales footprint with the acquisition of Gower Business Systems, a Swanseabased IT provider specialising in the legal and professional services sector. The acquisition adds £1.2m in revenue to Flotek’s turnover and enhances its ability to help clients across South Wales achieve digital transformation through the adoption of cloud technologies. Jay Ball, CEO of Flotek, said: “We are delighted that Gower Business Systems is joining Flotek. The team there has developed an incredible reputation over the last 30 years, being a certified Microsoft partner and working proactively to provide tailored IT and tech solutions to clients.” Gower Business Systems’ 10-strong team, including co-founders Mark Bowling and former Wales Rugby Union player Mark Wyatt, will join the Flotek workforce. www.flotek.io TES apprenticeship push Total Enterprise Solutions (TES), which helps charities and Not for Profits (NFPs) with their digital transformation, is extending its Digital and Technology Solutions Apprenticeship scheme with the recruitment of five new apprentices. The apprentices will fill a variety of project management, consultancy, managed services and sales positions at the company’s Rugeley Headquarters. Charlotte Twigg, HR Manager at TES, said: “Apprenticeships are a great way for us to bring people in that are passionate about digital transformation and the charity sector and equip them with the skills they need to be successful in our industry. It also allows us to shape our future team to fit our culture and our values. “We want to encourage candidates from all backgrounds, and we would love to speak to those who may not necessarily have had the opportunity to go on to higher education due to financial constraints. Our degree apprenticeships are fully funded and, furthermore, candidates get paid whilst they learn!” She added: “In the past we have had great success onboarding and developing apprentices. Some of the senior members of our team started life at TES as apprentices 10 years ago and have progressed to being integral to the business, serving some of our largest customers.” In addition to its apprentice scheme, TES has invested in a new learning programme, TES Certified, for existing employees. www.totalenterprisesolutions.co.uk Perry Ashby Charlotte Twigg Urban snaffles Dedred Coms Hot on the heels of its merger with Heart Business Systems and Kerbury Business Centre, Urban Network has acquired Dedred Coms, a Cannock-based provider of website design, software development, outsourced IT support, print and marketing services. The addition of Dedred’s team will enable Urban to expand its offering of business transformation solutions with website design, creation, development and hosting, as well as additional API services, automation, PHP and .net development. Perry Ashby, CEO of Urban, said: “This deal demonstrates perfect synchronicity between Urban and Dedred Coms, and we believe it will be a crucial partnership to ensure that Urban Network continues to deliver cutting edge solutions to businesses across the UK.” Kerst Ward, erstwhile MD of Dedred Coms, has been appointed Head of Marketing at Urban Network. https://dedredcoms.co.uk/ Integrity360 earns CREST accreditation for cyber incident response Independent cyber security services specialist Integrity360 has added to its longstanding CREST accreditation for penetration testing with CREST accreditation for its Cyber Security Incident Response (CSIR) service. This follows a rigorous assessment of the company’s processes and the effectiveness of its Cyber Incident Response Team (CIRT) in recognising, responding to and containing threats. Integrity360’s CIRT service gives organisations rapid access to expertise and resources for managing and remediating security incidents, including specialist tools and proven service methodologies such as managed security, cyber risk and assurance and cyber security testing. Patrick Wragg, Head of CIRT at Integrity360, said: “Integrity360 is delighted to be awarded this accreditation in recognition of the strength, dedication and expertise of our CIRT consultants and analysts. This accreditation, in addition to our existing certifications including GIAC and ISACA, further demonstrates our commitment to technical excellence and quality as our team continues to expand. It also complements our longstanding CREST accreditation for penetration testing.” www.integrity360.com PPDS staff put best foot forward PPDS’ UK team joined colleagues from across the AV industry on Airwave Europe’s fourth annual endurance event, which this year took the form of a 25mile trek along the Thames Path from Henley on Thames to Windsor. In doing so, they helped raise £6,000 for the Chestnut Tree House children’s charity and hospice, which provides hospice care services and community support to 300 children and young adults with progressive life-shortening conditions in East and West Sussex and South East Hampshire. Kendra Ingram, PPDS UK Business Manager Professional TV, said: “Together with my colleagues in the UK team, we have supported the Airwave endurance event annually since its creation and I have walked every year. Helping to raise funds for the incredible care provided by the Chestnut Tree House is worth every step and every painful blister sustained along the way. My thanks to Airwave Europe, who have raised tens of thousands of pounds for the charity since 2018, and to all those who took part and kindly donated.” www.ppds.com
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