SALFORD QUAYS, Manchester. February 17th, 2025 – Apex Computing Services is proud to reflect on a landmark year in 2024, achieving significant milestones in business growth, industry recognition, and service excellence. As we enter 2025, we are poised for even greater expansion and innovation in the IT and cybersecurity sector.
Key Achievements in 2024
ISO 9001 Accreditation
Apex Computing Services successfully obtained ISO 9001 accreditation, reinforcing our commitment to delivering the highest quality IT services. This accreditation validates our operational excellence and dedication to continuous improvement, ensuring best-in-class service for our clients.
Double-Digit Growth and New Client Wins
2024 was a year of strong business performance, with Apex Computing achieving double-digit revenue growth and welcoming more than ten new clients. This expansion highlights our reputation as a trusted IT partner for businesses across Manchester and the North West.
Growing Our Team with a Key Appointment
To support our continued growth, Apex Computing expanded its team by 10%, including the key appointment of an Operations Manager. This strategic hire will be instrumental in shaping our operational framework as we prepare for accelerated growth in 2025.
Industry Recognition: Two Prestigious Awards
Apex Computing was honored with two major industry awards in 2024:
Mid Enterprise MSP of the Year at the Technology Reseller Awards 2024
- This award, presented at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, is a testament to our commitment to excellence and achieving our CEO’s goal of industry recognition.
- Chris Gorman, CEO, stated: “Winning this award validates our dedication and hard work. It motivates us to keep striving for excellence in IT services.”
- Daniel Shone, Managing Director, added: “It was an honor to accept this award on behalf of our incredible team, whose passion and commitment drive our success.”
Pax8 EMEA Peak Performance – Continuity Award
- Awarded at the Pax8 Beyond EMEA 2024 conference in Berlin, this accolade acknowledges our excellence in business growth, cloud adoption, and delivering continuity through innovative IT solutions.
- Chris Gorman remarked: “This award highlights our dedication to innovation and the strength of our partnerships. It’s a proud moment for Apex, and we remain committed to pushing boundaries for our clients.”
Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Accreditation
Apex Computing achieved the esteemed Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Accreditation, signifying our expertise in migrating and managing key infrastructure workloads on Azure. This ensures our clients benefit from:
- Reliable cloud migration
- Scalability to meet growing business demands
- Cost efficiency and optimized IT spending
- 24/7 certified support
New Service Launch: Managed Email Authentication
To enhance security for our customers, we launched a managed email authentication service, now adopted by over 50% of our clients. This service reinforces cybersecurity measures to protect businesses against phishing and email fraud.
Customer Engagement Through Events & Partnerships
Apex Computing hosted multiple events in collaboration with leading IT vendors, educating businesses on best practices in cybersecurity and IT infrastructure. These events provided valuable insights and actionable strategies for our customers.
Successful Trademarking of Apex Computing Services
Securing the trademark for Apex Computing Services further cements our brand identity and market presence, solidifying our reputation as a leading IT services provider.
Looking Ahead to 2025: A Year of Growth and Innovation
Apex Computing is set to build upon our 2024 successes with ambitious plans for 2025:
- Recruitment Drive: We plan to expand our team further by hiring five additional staff members to support our growth.
- Sustained Growth: Targeting continued double-digit revenue growth.
- Branding Milestone: Kicking off the year with a major branding initiative, featuring an advert on Europe’s second-largest digital billboard, The Manchester Screen at Victoria Warehouse.
- Innovative IT Solutions: Strengthening our service offerings to enhance client operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation strategies.
Chris Gorman, CEO, encapsulated the company’s vision, stating: “We are proud of our achievements, and our team is critical to this success. We sincerely thank our customers for their continued loyalty. Our aim is to continuously improve our excellent services and look forward to building strong relationships with all of our customers and partners in 2025. We’re an exceptionally strong business with the aim to deliver exemplary levels of service to our customers, making sure they have the IT infrastructure to succeed in their own businesses.”