Tech & IT

Target Group, a leading provider of business process servicing, software and digital transformation, has strengthened its senior team with the appointment of Scott Hill as chief information officer (CIO).

Pixel Kicks - the Manchester-based full-service digital agency has been appointed by Camden Opticians Group to work on driving its digital marketing activities as it builds its high street presence across the UK.

The digital world has a surprisingly heavy carbon footprint yet it’s often overlooked. Let us put you in the picture: the internet alone contributes to 4% of global emissions - global! - and it’s expected to double in the next 12 months.

Rugby league legend Paul Sculthorpe MBE has joined industry-leading telecoms and IT managed service provider dbfb as a Director of the company.

Department for Business and Trade backs Made Smarter Adoption North West to support companies adopt cutting-edge digital tools for growth, jobs and decarbonisation

Following a highly successful organisational restructure, SYTECH, a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy known for its pioneering expertise in digital forensics, is significantly bolstering its team and embarking on a recruitment drive.

With 10x revenue growth in the last 12 months to £25m, cleantech company says funding will accelerate global scale ambitions, including in the US, and drive UK expansion

A Shropshire business has launched a “super-charged” piece of software which helps employers manage their people - thanks to a UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Business Development grant awarded by Telford and Wrekin Council.

Palatine Growth Credit has completed two further deals providing growth capital to two fast-growing tech businesses in the north of England.

Following a three-way pitch, Pixel Kicks - the Manchester-based full-service digital agency - has been appointed by Northern Lights Gaming to design and create a brand-new website.

The free to access Power of MIND (Mums in Data) Programme from IN4 Group plans to train and place 1,000 career break mums and female carers into high skilled data roles by the end of 2025.

Leading full-service digital agency VOiD Applications is celebrating after achieving a string of awards recognition in November.

BrightHR, a global leader in HR and health & safety software, today revealed key insights from its second annual ‘Leaders in Tech’ report, showcasing how over 100,000 small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) worldwide are leveraging HR technology to navigate regulatory challenges and accommodate new workforce trends.

An East Midlands advanced engineering company which makes components for Formula One cars is in ‘pole position’ for cyber success, after its IT services were turbocharged by a local firm.

Leading UK-based business software provider, The Access Group and The Access Foundation, have teamed up to offer 33 computer science students from Aston and Loughborough Universities the skills and work experience they will need to enter careers in technology after graduation.

This year marks a major milestone for Timewade - 40 years in business. Reflecting on this journey, it’s clear that our success is rooted in adaptability, resilience, and a deep commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our clients.

Stroud High School has improved wireless connectivity to support its digital strategy of replacing traditional paper-based resources with enhanced digital tools for more collaborative, agile learning.

Waste management specialist broker, Envirovue, has announced the release of its Artificial Intelligence (AI) document-checking tool, which is set to automate and enhance the accuracy of checking Waste Transfer Notes (WTNs), potentially saving businesses tens of thousands of pounds each year.

Nottingham headquartered national auction house, John Pye & Sons Ltd, has bolstered its IT team with the appointment of Rob Walker as Software Development Manager.

South West based, Gbics, have added the world’s most valuable chipmaker, Nvidia, to their list of products.

Palatine has backed fast-growing, Bristol based technology platform Neighbourly with funding from its pioneering Growth Credit Fund.

Bristol start-up, Good Boost, has secured a £150,000 investment from British Design Fund, as part of a £500,000 funding round, to accelerate the development of its world-first, AI-driven, aquatic rehabilitation technology.

SmoothSale, one of the UK’s leading cash house-buying companies, has selected multi-award-winning digital agency The SEO Works to manage its SEO and Digital PR strategy and provide expert website support.

TCN, a global provider of a comprehensive cloud-based call centre platform for enterprises, contact centres, BPOs, and collection agencies, has been crowned Technology Team of the Year in the 2024 national Credit & Collections Technology Awards.

Evelyn Partners, the professional services and wealth management group, has announced the appointment in its Manchester office of senior hire Stuart Whitehead to help drive the continued growth of the firm’s cyber security practice.

The Western Gateway Partnership says its new website and brand is vital to its mission to bring new investment to South Wales and the West of England.

The police-backed not-for-profit organisation North West Cyber Resilience Centre (NWCRC) has just celebrated its fifth anniversary of protecting businesses from cyber crime.

A leading document management company which specialises in digital transformation has opened a brand new £1.25 million warehousing facility in Middleport.

Aston University and Bruntwood SciTech have showcased the benefits that Birmingham Innovation Quarter (B-IQ) will create for the region and beyond.

A Nottinghamshire man with Tourette’s syndrome has described how the support of his wife and his employer has helped him overcome the difficulties of living with the challenging condition.

Award-winning business management software solutions specialist Pinnacle Computing (Support) Ltd has been acquired by multi-disciplinary professional services group K3 Capital Group (“K3”), which extends its service offering to a fourth division, Technology Solutions.

IT support and solutions expert Mintivo is boosting an England Ladies hockey team in their bid for World Cup glory as part of a drive to inspire more women to choose a career in technology.

Intouch Monitoring, a leading innovator in Production Monitoring Software, is excited to announce its relocation to new premises in response to its ongoing growth and planned expansion.

A Swindon-based company that designs and builds data centres as well as providing power protection services nationally has repurchased all shares from private investors with support from HSBC UK.

Aston Institute for Membrane Excellence (AIME) has hosted a business showcase in collaboration with Arup and Bruntwood SciTech as part of Birmingham Tech Week 2024.

A Manchester-based entrepreneur has sold his start-up printing business for a profit, as he focuses on a successful new AI marketing firm.

A West Midlands business is to be presented with the highest award from the Ministry of Defence for its work in helping ex-military personnel find work when they leave the armed forces.

We are delighted to announce that Rosie Bennett joins the Bristol Innovations team as Innovation Lead.

The brand-new One to Win competition, announced earlier this year has shortlisted two Birmingham based businesses in its final four to pitch at TechWM on Wednesday 23 October for a chance to win £1m of investment.

Pixel Kicks, the Manchester based full-service digital agency, has appointed two new members to the team and has announced a newly promoted digital marketing executive.

An award-winning IT company has announced a series of employee promotions to strengthen its position as the No.1 business of its type in the Midlands.

A tech and software-focused private equity firm is on the acquisition trail backed by a £40m war chest.

Latest round takes total funding to £1.7 million for retinal imaging technology, which could help prevent blindness

Iglu Tech Group Ltd (Iglu) have acquired 100% of Impreza Computer Services Limited (Impreza), representing a key milestone in their ambitious growth strategy whilst celebrating their one year anniversary since launching the Iglu brand.

Global digital transformation services provider, Bluprintx, has today announced the appointment of Mark Humphries as Chair.

Software provider Open ECX has created a raft of roles to meet growing demand as it expands into a host of new sectors.

Flavour Search, a leading venue and events sourcing company, has selected multi-award-winning digital agency The SEO Works to manage both their SEO and PPC approaches.

Bristol-based Managed Service Provider (MSP) Computer Geeks has achieved the esteemed status of an Assured Service Provider, recognized by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).

At Aurora, we are proud to announce that we have been awarded the prestigious Platinum Partner Status with Fiery, becoming the first company in the UK to achieve this milestone.

Oldbury based Aonix Limited, a leading technology, cybersecurity, and communications company, has completed the first phase of its highly anticipated "Aonix Aviary" project at Brockswood Animal Sanctuary in Sedgley, West-Midlands.

A startup that engineers advanced materials for sound and noise management has won Best Elevator Pitch at SETsquared Bristol’s acclaimed Tech-Xpo 2024 Showcase.

Wiltshire IT services and solutions company Mintivo has launched a charity partnership with Wiltshire Air Ambulance to help keep the lifesaving service in the air.

A Manchester digital marketing firm is experiencing a period of significant growth as it continues to see a huge demand for lead generation services just a few months after launch.

Cyber security specialist Rob Kneller has become the third Director of the East Midlands Cyber Security Cluster.

As new rules governing public procurement come into force on February 24, 2025, a coalition has made the unprecedented move to give organisations full access to previously opaque and proprietary social valuation data and methodologies - free of charge.

Hello Earth, the Liverpool-based performance-driven digital agency that specialises in serving socially responsible brands, has made two new appointments and announced five internal promotions.

Target Group, a leading provider of business process servicing and digital transformation, has strengthened its team with two senior appointments.

The CEO of one of Europe’s biggest technology businesses - which started in the West Midlands 50 years ago - is encouraging the region’s innovative tech start-ups to apply now to win £1 million of funding.

An award-winning Nottinghamshire IT company is celebrating its 15th anniversary after growing from humble beginnings.

The digital marketing team at Pixel Kicks, the Manchester-based full-service digital agency, has scored new wins with The Gym Kitchen and imatta.