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Codestone Expands its Leading Business Consulting, Digital Transformation, and IT Managed Services Portfolio with Acquisition of Cloud Business
Business and Digital solutions leader, Codestone Group, makes a big move to bolster its business technology, artificial intelligence advisory and managed services strength by acquiring extended capabilities from Cloud Business.
LONDON, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Headquartered in Poole, UK, Codestone Group backed by FPE Capital, announced today that it is has acquired award-winning business consulting, digital transformation, and IT managed services leader Cloud Business Limited. Cloud Business, based in Basingstoke, UK, accounts for over 90 professionals delivering end to end digital transformation across Azure, M365 and Cyber.
With Cloud Business, Codestone aims to further enhance its offering of IT consulting and services in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and Cybersecurity, while bolstering Codestone’s 24x7x365 UK-based managed services team – recognised as leading by CRN.
Supplementing Codestone’s 26 years of experience, Cloud Business operates an end-to-end cloud consultancy team who have delivered hundreds of successful Microsoft transformational projects from Azure, Modern Workplace and Cybersecurity across 15 sectors in the UK and worldwide. Their services encompass assessment, strategy design, integration, deployment, and post-go-live support.
Darryl Sackett, CEO of Codestone Group, comments, “The addition of Cloud Business’s expertise and wonderful people talent enhances Codestone’s consistently high-quality customer engagement model. We are focused on end-to-end value creation for all customers in all sectors and geographies who are trying to answer the question of how to do more with technology while staying secure. From the Digital Strategy, Edge computing, mission critical infrastructure and all processes that run any modern business, we guide organisations through this increasingly complex landscape. We unlock innovation and free up budget for our customers to reinvest. Cloud Business enables us to do this for more customers in a broader way with a strong cultural fit aligned to our core values.”
Cloud Business builds upon the Group’s Security, Azure, Modern Workplace and M365 offerings, whilst complementing the recognized capabilities as #1 mid-market ERP solution partner, and leader in both the Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) and Data & Insights field.
This further develops Codestone’s accelerated growth and rapid customer base expansion following acquisitions of Clarivos in May 2022 and DSCallards in November 2022. In fact, the Group has more than trebled its turnover since the FPE investment and now stands at 340 people across 9 countries.
Commenting on the acquisition, James Palmer, Chairman, Cloud Business says, “With a worldwide footprint, a dedicated team comprising hundreds of skilled experts, and a remarkable three-decade legacy in business technology consulting, Codestone provides Cloud Business a larger platform from which we can leverage our deep proficiency in IT consultancy and transformational services. The new organisation also significantly broadens the core capabilities we will be able to offer both new and existing clients. We are excited by the vision that Darryl and the Codestone leadership team have for the company and are thrilled to be part of the journey.”
Codestone was advised by Stephenson Harwood LLP (Legal), FRP Advisory Group (Debt Advisory), KPMG (Financial Due Diligence), Armstrong (Customer Referencing), and Shawbrook Bank. Cloud Business was advised by FRP Corporate Finance (Sell Side Advisors) and HCR LLP (Legal).
Notes to editors:
- Codestone Group: For over 25 years, the Codestone Group has consistently pioneered modern Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and cloud database technologies. Today, it is equity backed by FPE Capital and offers award-winning Cloud business technology consulting and delivery of turnkey ERP, Financial Management and Sustainability Management alongside SAP, Wolters Kluwer CCH® Tagetik and Microsoft Cloud IT solutions to mid-market and large enterprises across the UK and Ireland. With 700+ customers, it is an SAP Partner of the Year for Customer Service as well as SAP Cloud ERP and SAP Business One in the UK and EMEA North, the UK-first CCH Tagetik Platinum Partner, and Microsoft Gold Partner specializing in Modern Work, Azure, and Power BI. Pioneering future-ready digital transformation projects with a beyond go live approach, its primary focus is on customer experience with a 24x7x365 client-first mindset and comprehensive professional and managed services offering. For more information, please visit https://www.codestone.com
- Cloud Business: Founded in 2009, Cloud Business helps customers optimise their IT infrastructure, enhance their security, and boost their productivity. As a Microsoft Modern Work Solutions Partner, they offer innovative solutions and professional and managed services for remote work, collaboration, and communication. Recently, Cloud Business won the Best Cloud Management Software Award at the Cloud Computing Awards. For more information, please visit https://cloudbusiness.com/
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Transform Without the Cost: NTT DATA Business Solutions Brings ‘ZERO Cost Move’ to UKISUG Connect 2024
LONDON, Nov. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — NTT DATA Business Solutions is set to bring its game changing ‘ZERO Cost Move’ to the UKISUG Connect 2024 Conference in Birmingham from 01 – 03 December 2024. This independent offering from NTT DATA Business Solutions is designed to eliminate the financial barriers associated with transitioning to the RISE with SAP solution, offering a fully funded technical migration so that organisations can focus their investment on transformative projects that deliver real business value.
In a competitive landscape where innovation is crucial, the ZERO Cost Move redefines SAP software migration as a strategic advantage rather than a financial burden. By covering all technical migration costs, NTT DATA enables businesses to allocate budgets toward initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and overall growth.
“We’re helping our customers unlock new potential by removing the SAP software migration costs that have historically held them back,” says Jon Gregory, Director – Business Development & Advisory Services, NTT DATA Business Solutions. “The ZERO Cost Move is a commitment to our clients’ success, allowing them to deploy RISE with SAP confidently while refocusing their budgets from the technical move to their priority initiatives that really unlock business value.”
Key Benefits of the ZERO Cost Move:
- No-Cost Technical Migration: NTT DATA manages the complete migration from SAP ERP Central Component or SAP S/4HANA on-premise to RISE with SAP, freeing up resources for innovation and growth.
- Proven SAP Expertise: With extensive global experience in projects involving SAP S/4HANA, our team ensures a seamless, efficient transition, reducing risks and accelerating time to value.
- Fast, Risk-Free Transition: Our Technical Conversion Centre of Excellence for SAP S/4HANA streamlines the migration process, providing a rapid, low-risk pathway to RISE with SAP.
- Focus on Strategic Business Value: Businesses invest saved migration costs into initiatives that align with their highest priorities – from Artificial Intelligence and GenAI, to automation, organisational change management, testing, analytics and more.
“We are excited to redefine what a migration can mean for businesses,” states Christopher Gabriel, Chief Marketing Officer and VP of Innovation, NTT DATA Business Solutions. “With a ZERO Cost Move to RISE with SAP, we remove consulting fees for your technical migration, breaking down barriers to transformation and enabling valuable resources to be redirected toward game-changing digital innovation.”
Meet with Us at UKISUG Connect 2024
As a Gold sponsor, NTT DATA Business Solutions will be at Stand G12 throughout the conference to discuss the benefits of the ZERO Cost Move offer. Delegates are also invited to attend our presentation, “RISE to Innovation with NTT DATA Business Solutions,” delivered by Jon Gregory on Monday 2nd December, from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM in the Cloud ERP Stream (Exec 1). The session will explore how the ZERO Cost Move can help businesses achieve a seamless transition to RISE with SAP and unlock new opportunities for digital innovation.
About NTT DATA Business Solutions
NTT DATA Business Solutions is a leading global IT service provider focused on SAP with a powerful ecosystem of partners. With more than 35 years of in-depth experience, we enable companies worldwide to become Intelligent Enterprises. We deliver end-to-end solutions that accelerate sustainable growth and success – from strategic consulting and implementation to managed services and beyond. As a global strategic SAP partner, we drive innovation and leverage the latest technologies to support our customers individually and across all industries. Our more than 15,300 dedicated employees in over 30 countries work passionately every day to make it happen.
NTT DATA Business Solutions is part of NTT DATA, a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services headquartered in Tokyo. As One NTT DATA we serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping customers innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group.
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Local: Carl Adams
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NTT DATA Business Solutions UK&I
12 Gough Sq, London, EC4A 3DW
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Global: Jasmin Straeter
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NTT DATA Business Solutions AG
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VILNIUS, Lithuania, Nov. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BingX, a global leading cryptocurrency exchange, is pleased to announce its partnership with SafePal, a next-generation non-custodial crypto wallet suite. SafePal, known for its unique hybrid approach to empowering DeFi and CeFi over a hundred blockchains, joins forces with BingX to enhance liquidity, elevate user experience, and expand access to innovative blockchain services for traders worldwide. This collaboration also marks a significant advancement in the BingX Global Broker Program, reinforcing its commitment to building a more interconnected and efficient trading ecosystem.
Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer of BingX, expressed enthusiasm for this development: “SafePal will serve as an independent broker under the BingX Exchange Broker Program, indicating our rapid adoption and growth. Our partnership with SafePal is a pivotal step in reshaping how users access liquidity and seamless trading experiences. By integrating BingX’s advanced liquidity solutions with SafePal’s wallet ecosystem, we’re setting a new standard for broker integration and empowering users with unparalleled tools for trading success.”
This integration brings enhanced open API functionalities for spot, contract, and strategic trading, along with upgraded financial products. By merging BingX’s liquidity expertise with SafePal’s decentralized platform, the partnership delivers an elevated trading experience for users. It reflects BingX’s commitment to fostering broker collaborations while expanding its ecosystem. Additionally, the move underscores BingX’s forward-looking strategy to strengthen partnerships and broaden its impact within the broker ecosystem.
The BingX Global Broker Program has played a key role in building global partnerships and enhancing accessibility to cryptocurrency trading. By consistently delivering exceptional value to its users and broker partners, BingX has solidified its reputation as an industry leader. With the program’s latest upgrades and strategic collaborations like the partnership with SafePal, BingX is shaping a more interconnected, efficient, and user-focused cryptocurrency trading ecosystem. As part of its vision, BingX welcomes more broker platforms to join its efforts in driving innovation and advancing the future of decentralized finance.
About BingX
Founded in 2018, BingX is a leading crypto exchange, serving over 10 million users worldwide. BingX offers diversified products and services, including spot, derivatives, copy trading, and asset management – all designed for the evolving needs of users, from beginners to professionals. BingX is committed to providing a trustworthy platform that empowers users with innovative tools and features to elevate their trading proficiency. In 2024, BingX proudly became the official crypto exchange partner of Chelsea Football Club, marking an exciting debut in the world of sports.
For more information please visit: https://bingx.com/
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