10 01732 759725 RESELLER NEWS ZDL Group acquired by Cyberfort Cybersecurity services specialist Cyberfort has acquired ZDL Group as part of a buy-and-build strategy to become one of the largest independent UK-based cybersecurity providers within three years. With a team of 40 skilled cybersecurity professionals, ZDL provides a comprehensive range of cybersecurity services to 120 UK and international clients, including managed security services, penetration testing, ethical hacking and bespoke cybersecurity training. Cyberfort CEO Glen Williams said: “ZDL is a great fit for Cyberfort as it has a very strong pedigree for delivering agile, responsive security services, including Penetration Testing, Information Security Reviews and Supply Chain Risk Management through its Vendoor platform. It also has an impressive customer base. ZDL will integrate very easily with our existing business.” https://cyberfortgroup.com/ As safe as houses UK Connect, a provider of tailored connectivity and communication solutions to construction companies such as Crest Nicholson, Taylor Wimpey, CALA Homes and Kier Group, is offering clients enhanced cyber protection through a new partnership with BlueFort. The combination of UK Connect’s connectivity solutions and BlueFort’s cybersecurity expertise creates a digital security framework including comprehensive threat mitigation strategies, proactive protection against emerging digital risks specific to the construction sector and compliance with industry standards including NIST, ISO 27001 and CyberEssentials+. Joe Budnar-Hunt, Chief Technology Officer of UK Connect, said: “Our collaboration with BlueFort transforms how construction companies approach digital security, providing them with peace of mind and advanced protection. As a customer of BlueFort, UK Connect has experienced first-hand how they can expertly simplify cybersecurity, enhancing an organisation’s security posture through an array of solutions.” … Southampton office opened by Mercury Power Mercury Power, a leading provider of critical solutions to the data centre industry, is strengthening its presence in the South of England with the opening of a state-of-theart office at Ocean Village in Southampton, in addition its existing operations in Surrey, Burnley and Amsterdam. Mercury Power provides clients in the UK and EMEA with a range of services including the design, build, optimisation, ongoing management and support of missioncritical infrastructure such as mechanical & electrical systems, server rooms, communications rooms and data centres. The opening of its new office builds on a 250% increase in revenue since celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2023. www.mercurypower.net continued... Avanade to unveil AI-powered garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show Avanade, the world’s leading Microsoft expert, is celebrating its 25th anniversary at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show on May 20-24 with the unveiling of an intelligent garden that blends sensors, analytics and AI to support the survival and growth of trees in challenging city environments. While trees can reduce city temperatures by up to 5°C, cut air pollution and reduce flood risk by absorbing stormwater, it takes up to 16 years for a newly planted urban tree to become carbon neutral and 50 years for it to reach its ecological peak. Yet, 50% of urban trees die within 10 years and up to 30% within the first year, according to the Forestry Commission. RHS Chelsea will serve as the first public showcase of the Avanade Intelligent Garden designed by RHS Chelsea Gold Medal-winning duo Tom Massey and Je Ahn. As well as sensors that monitor tree health, soil conditions and environmental factors in real time, the garden boasts a website where visitors can have one-on-one conversations with trees and learn about their needs and wellbeing via an AI-powered ‘TreeTalk’ feature. The technology will allow the trees to proactively alert their custodians if they anticipate problems such as over- or under-watering. Other ecological features of the Avanade Intelligent Garden include a mycelium-clad pavilion made from biodegradable materials sourced from trees cut down due to Ash Dieback; a planted swale that aids stormwater management and reduces urban flooding risks; and forest-garden planting that emphasises biodiversity, climate resilience and edible plant species. www.avanade.com Redsquid strengthens cybersecurity capabilities with CST acquisition Redsquid, the fast-growing MSP, is strengthening its cybersecurity capabilities with the acquisition of Computer Security Technology (CST) – its first acquisition this year and its fourth in the last 12 months. The City of London-based MSP specialises in advanced cyber security solutions, providing managed services and consultancy to protect businesses from digital threats and vulnerabilities. Its 15-strong team boasts a range of capabilities including assessors of CE, CE+ and ISO certifications and extensive experience in threat detection, risk management and incident response. In addition to these skills, Redsquid gains a large customer base of central London-based enterprises and a Liverpool Street office – Redsquid’s fifth permanent location, in addition to its Borehamwood HQ and offices in Aberdeen, Pinewood Studios and Warner Brother Studios. Sohin Raithatha, CEO of Redsquid, said: “With an increased threat level, we have more security conversations than ever before. CST brings an experienced team and technologies into the organisation and allows us to bring the best security solutions to our customers at pace.” CST Founder Nigel Lewis added: “CST’s customers will benefit from an enhanced portfolio and skill set that has broader technology appeal beyond pure-play cyber, such as Microsoft, managed services and communications. In such volatile times, customers expect comprehensive portfolios, the resource to support them and optimum ROI.” www.redsquid.co.uk
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