01732 759725 6 A new era United Business Group and Paralogic have consolidated its different businesses into one larger technology services organisation called Futera – in order to bring customers more value, a wider scope of services and an even better customer experience. The company has also announced that it is now employee-owned. CEO, Lee Manning said: “We’ve re-structured our business to align with what a modern, technology focussed company wants from their managed services provider. We genuinely believe we offer the widest breadth of tech services in the country and it will form the basis of our growth for the next decade as we aim to become the UK’s first choice partner for technology services.” www.futera.co.uk Apogee expands into Spanish market Apogee has invested in CM Advanced Printing Iberia SA, a distributor of HP products in Iberia. The company says this move marks an important step in its expansion into the Spanish market and strengthens its position in the office solutions sector. The investment will enable Apogee to expand its geographical presence in Iberia, a key market for the group. By partnering with CM, a leading player in the distribution of office products, Apogee will gain a strong local presence and in-depth knowledge of the Spanish market. A key objective of this investment is to enable Apogee to share its extensive IT and solutions expertise with CM. Beyond print and professional services, the Apogee and CM partnership will also benefit from the provision of other key workplace services related to HP computing and collaboration. Apogee CEO James Clark said: “We are delighted to partner with CM. Apogee’s expertise in this market enables us to deliver meaningful insights and added value, ensuring CM’s customers are well-equipped to achieve their goals.” https://apogeecorp.com BULLETIN Apprenticeship opportunities Managed network solutions and IT services provider Evolve, has exceeded its 5% Club promise to hire more apprentices across the business. The 5% Club is a campaign that encourages businesses to invest at least 5% of their workforce in apprenticeships and similar programmes. Evolve has significantly increased the number of apprentices within its workforce, surpassing the industry benchmark for training and development. In 2023, 8% of its employees were enrolled in apprenticeship programmes - a figure that has risen to 9.24% in 2024. This achievement highlights the company’s commitment to fostering a dynamic learning environment and providing practical, hands-on experience that drives both individual growth and business success. CEO Alan Stephenson-Brown said: “We pride ourselves on cultivating a company culture where people are our greatest asset. Apprentices are integral members of our team, bringing fresh perspectives and enthusiasm that enrich our organisation. We are deeply committed to supporting internal progression, Elite partner Jordan Woods Group has partnered with Konica Minolta as an elite partner, giving it full access to the manufacturer’s sales, training and service support. Incorporated in 2019, Jordan Woods Group is headquartered in the City of London and provides expert support to customers across the UK via a network of fully qualified service professionals across the country. Harry Terrell, Director of Jordan Woods Group said: “Myself and the team have sold and supplied Konica Minolta devices for years and they have an excellent reputation for service and reliability which is essential for our customers. Being an elite partner ensures we have the full support of Konica Minolta and its team, which enables us to deliver the next level of support and full management of print services that our customers rely on. “Despite being a relatively young business, we’ve seen significant growth. Over the past two years, we’ve completed four successful print business acquisitions, all funded by self-raised funds with no external investments, loans, or shareholders involved. While we’re approaching our six-year mark, our rapid expansion and acquisitions make it feel like we’re just getting started and we are very excited to be working in close partnership with Konica Minolta to continue this growth and pursue our ambitious targets.” Cameron Mitchell, Business Leader for Indirect Channel at Konica Minolta added: “The Jordan Woods Group team fully understands the changing needs of modern businesses and shares our ethos about delivering a customer experience that is second to none. We are delighted to be working together to deliver real customer value.” www.jordanwoodsgroup.co.uk Cameron Mitchell and Harry Terrell and one of the key benefits we offer is the opportunity to gain valuable qualifications while earning on the job. Our apprenticeships are a cornerstone of our strategy to develop future leaders and foster long-term success.” The company has also announced a strategic partnership with Evolve IP. The collaboration promises to drive business efficiency, operational productivity, revenue opportunities and scalability across the 50+ countries Evolve IP serves. https://www.evolvebg.co.uk Lee Manning James Clark
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