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More Core – October 2024

Written by Core Newsroom | Oct 1, 2024 3:48:19 PM

 

Staying Ahead: Challenges and Opportunities in Q4 2024


As we approach the end of the calendar year, it's clear that the IT landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Q4 of 2024 is marked by significant shifts that are shaping both opportunities and challenges for IT leaders. We're seeing a stronger focus on cyber security resilience, driven by an increase in sophisticated threats, as well as keen interest in how to make AI a success in your business. The demand for cloud-based solutions remains high, as businesses continue to prioritise agility and scalability in their operations.
 
Additionally, the talent shortage remains a pressing issue, particularly in specialised areas like AI, automation, and cyber security - which is even more reason to have a managed services provider you can rely on.  Our role as a trusted managed services provider is to support you in navigating these complexities, providing the expertise and solutions to keep your infrastructure secure and future-ready, whilst helping you control and minimise your costs.
 
In this edition of More Core, we’ll highlight some of our recent market insights and offers to help you position your business to stay ahead in this dynamic market.


When we win, you win  |  Leading the way in IT Managed Services

When it comes to industry recognition, it has been a great year for Core. Most recently, we are thrilled to have won the Reseller Business Transformation Award at the Comms National Awards! We not only demonstrate how to transform our customers' businesses through technology, we've transformed our own business too.

Our wins this year have included:

  • Winner: CRN ‘Best Company to Work For (sub £100m)’
  • Winner: Channel Champions ‘Channel Team of the Year’
  • Winner: Channel ChampionsMarketing Team of the Year (Service Provider)’
  • Winner: Channel Champions Marketing Team of the Year (Reseller)’


And we are currently a finalist for these awards in October & November:

 

  • MSP of the Year
  • Cloud Services Partner of the Year
  • Partner of the Year (up to £25m)
  • Best DE&I Project/Initiative of the Year
  • LGBTQIA+ Champion Award; and
  • Health & Wellbeing Champion Award

All of these awards are a testament to our commitment to excellence, and recognition of the quality work of the #OneCore team. We pride ourselves on being a great IT partner for our customers, providing innovative solutions and exceptional service that drives your success.  We are committed to creating a great place to work, fostering a positive and inclusive environment where our employees can thrive, and delivering exceptional service to our customers.

 

Upcoming event:
Thursday, 3 October @11:30am

Webinar | Revolutionising IT Operations with Microsoft Copilot and AI-driven Automation

If you’re interested in learning about how to make Copilot a success in your business, this webinar is a must! Join us as we explore how Microsoft Copilot is revolutionising IT operations with AI-driven automation. During the webinar, experts from Core and Microsoft will demonstrate how your IT team can harness these advancements to focus on strategic initiatives, driving greater productivity and business value. We’ll also be introducing our new Country Manager for Scotland, Scott Millar.




If you want an introduction to the Microsoft Copilot products, watch our on-demand webinars 'Work Smarter, Not Harder with Microsoft Copilot' and 'Practical Perspectives Microsoft Copilot for M365 Insights and Updates'. Our webinar on Thursday 3 October will focus more on a customer use case and how to use Copilot to drive success through Operations in your business. 

 

Copilot Market Insights

We recently surveyed 300 IT leaders in the UK about their priorities and challenges when planning to integrate AI into their IT strategies in 2024, particularly those considering or implementing Microsoft Copilot. Their responses have provided valuable insight to help you with your strategic planning, and with information that can help you be more competitive in your industry. Read what your peers had to say by downloading our latest eBook, Unlocking AI Potential with Microsoft Copilot.

 

Copilot Workshops  |  Designed for IT Leaders

 

LE&P Into Copilot

The LE&P into Copilot Mini Workshop is designed to provide IT leaders with a foundational understanding of Microsoft Copilot's capabilities and strategic value. This interactive 2-hour session dives into how Copilot can transform productivity across your organisation by integrating AI-driven tools into everyday workflows. Attendees will explore real-world use cases and gain actionable insights into leveraging Copilot for enhanced efficiency and innovation.

 

Tenant Readiness Assessment

The Microsoft 365 Copilot Tenant Readiness Assessment is a comprehensive two-day package tailored to evaluate your organisation’s preparedness for Microsoft Copilot integration. Our experts will conduct a detailed analysis of your current Microsoft 365 environment, identify potential barriers, and provide a roadmap for seamless Copilot deployment. This service includes strategic recommendations to optimise your IT infrastructure, ensuring a smooth and successful Copilot adoption that aligns with your business objectives.


Copilot Adoption Accelerator

The Copilot Adoption Accelerator is a focused program designed to speed up the implementation and adoption of Microsoft Copilot within your organisation. This offer includes a series of tailored workshops and hands-on sessions aimed at equipping your teams with the skills and knowledge needed to maximise the benefits of Copilot. With our Adoption Accelerator, your organisation will overcome common adoption challenges, driving faster ROI and sustained engagement with AI-powered tools.


Speak to your Account Manager, or email us to find out more about any of the above workshops, and check your eligibility.

 

M365 Evergreen IT Service

Do you sometimes feel like you’re running to stand still? Our Microsoft 365 Evergreen IT serviceis designed to ensure that your organisation remains efficient, secure, and cost-effective. Our expert team monitors thousands of Microsoft 365 changes monthly, identifying and explaining the ones that impact your business.  
 
As your business grows and technology changes, you can expect and prepare for significant changes as part of your operations. Over time, the depth and breadth of your organisation’s usage of Microsoft 365 will evolve. Our Evergreen IT support helps you manage this complexity, ensuring you get the most out of Microsoft 365 and keep it up-to-date. 
 
Find out more and join organisations like Scottish Water and Invest Northern Ireland who trust us to keep them informed and prepared for every change.

 


Core Blog

Were excited to bring you a roundup of our most recent blog entries, packed with valuable insights, expert opinions, and the latest trends in our industry. Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of the curve or simply catch up on what you’ve missed, this is your chance to dive into our latest content. 

Harnessing Evergreen IT Services for Strategic Advantage

For organisations invested in Microsoft 365, managing the constant flow of updates and changes is crucial. An Evergreen IT service provider plays a pivotal role by collating, coordinating, and communicating these updates.
Read more here


 

Revolutionising Legal Services with Process Automation

In the competitive legal sector, efficiency and accuracy are critical. As IT leaders, your goal is to streamline operations, enhance client satisfaction, and ensure compliance.
Read more here

 

Unlocking the Power of Business Agility with Low Code Solutions

The ability to innovate rapidly and efficiently is a key differentiator in today's market. Low code platforms like Mendix are transforming how businesses approach application development, offering unparalleled speed, efficiency, and flexibility.
Read more here

 

We value your feedback

Customer feedback is a vital indicator of service quality, that’s why we actively request your feedback and insights through our regular satisfaction surveys. If you’re happy to share your thoughts with us, we’ll make a £10 donation to a UK-based charity of your choice, reinforcing our commitment to both service excellence and community support.

Feedback from our customers

Excellent experience, my thanks to Aaron for his diligence, patience and good humour throughout.
I really appreciated the time Aaron took to make sure everything was backed-up and transferred and that the new set-up would run perfectly for me. I'm very grateful.”
 

Tara Chittenden,
The Law Society



“Grz
eg and Pawel were awesome with their service in extending our network to our new location, they were very timely and hands on Thank you both


Tyler Dennis,
Astute Electronics Ltd


 

Difficult issue to solve, and really impressed that Grzegorz worked with our SQL provider directly to be able to fault find. A working solution was found!

Darren McVee,
East Of England Collaborative Procurement Hub

 

We look forward to working with you

We look forward to continuing to provide relevant, robust, secure and agile services to you for the rest of 2024 and the years beyond. If you have an upcoming project, or you’d like to talk to us about services to help support your business, simply contact us or get in touch with your account manager and book a business consultation.

The Core Team