By Jen Stirrup, Data Relish This article “Leverage Business Intelligence for better decisions” was originally published on Data Relish – click here to view. How is it possible to move away from static reports to innovation with analytics and business intelligence with smarter decision making? Organisations can find it hard to move towards analytics. Enterprises have become…

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It’s finally time to say goodbye… are you still using Skype for Business online? There’s just 2 months left to move to Microsoft Teams. It has been nearly 2 years since Microsoft announced they would be retiring Skype for Business online. In their community blog, Microsoft stated that as of 31st July 2021, Skype for Business online…

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848 Group, one of the midland’s leading IT providers has appointed a new Head of Project Management Office (PMO) to enhance the existing strategic relationship between the business and sales. Justine Slade joins 848 with over 10 years’ experience in the IT industry and has worked with clients across many sectors including telecoms, retail, financial services, legal, engineering, manufacturing…

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Many businesses have the need to ship goods by carrier and this has only increased as the coronavirus pandemic has taken hold. Managing transport providers can be complex and time consuming, which is why the 848 Group chose to streamline the process for its customers by partnering with SmartFreight. 848, a cloud-first market leader in business…

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With many businesses adopting a blended workplace model, why should you consider Azure Virtual Desktop for flexible working? Is your IT strategy ready for flexible working? Once a perk for a small segment of the UK workforce, flexible working will be standard practise for most when the world (eventually) reopens its doors. After a year of working…

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With cyber attacks on the rise, it’s important to have a robust security strategy. A security review can provide you with a deeper understanding of your level of risk and protection so you can make better security choices. The threat landscape has evolved drastically in recent years. Rapid advancements in technology and digital transformations have…

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With the ongoing pandemic, by now you would assume everyone and their dog has been on a video conference in one way or another.   However, I am still surprised when I hear that there are companies out there who have managed to keep the phone ringing by using their existing set ups in ways they were never supposed to work; constant redirects to mobiles and staff having to…

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Why work with a Microsoft CSP? Here are the benefits a CSP can offer to help your business thrive in a cloud-first economy. Over the course of the last year, Covid-19 has driven businesses across the globe to rapidly accelerate the adoption of technology as our dependence on digital connectivity skyrocketed.  One area that has seen a significant increase in investment is cloud services. In fact, a recent survey from Microsoft and CBI revealed nearly 80% of businesses applied cloud computing tools to enhance efficiencies and allow…

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The 848 group are delighted to announce that we have achieved Gold in our Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Microsoft competency. Advancing from Silver to Gold status in this area demonstrates our unwavering commitment and high-level of expertise in planning, building, and running fully integrated ERP systems and Dynamics platforms in the cloud, that optimise and automate processes…

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We are thrilled to announce that we have advanced our Microsoft Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) competency from Silver to Gold.   Achieving the Gold PPM status means we are recognised to have the technical skill and expertise to effectively plan, build and run enterprise-wide project management solutions across the Microsoft Project Power Platform.   Our specialist team hold the leading qualifications and capabilities that enable them to design and implement solutions that are best in line with the unique needs of each customer, helping them to achieve their…

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Both the business and technology environment evolve at an incredible pace. Even before Covid-19 struck, organisations were under intense pressure to work faster, adapt to change, and increase their agility. Almost a year into the pandemic, the pressure has only intensified. Businesses of all sizes and industries have been forced to accelerate digital transformation and…

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The 848 Group has been awarded a place on the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Digital Outcomes and Specialists 5 (DOS5) public sector framework.   The agreement (which replaces the existing DOS4 framework) is designed to simplify the procurement and delivery of digital solutions and services for public sector organisations, by providing buyers access to a list of pre-approved and…

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At 848, we understand that every organisation is different. We don’t believe that “one size fits all” – every business has their own set of unique needs and requirements. That’s why we are always working to build on our expertise and enhance our partnerships, so we can offer bespoke solutions that truly meet the needs of…

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‘Really, Dad?’ It’s Sunday, I know that much, early evening, and our weekly family phone (now video) call with the folks, a tradition dating back decades to when we were away at Prep school. I’ve got one eye on the telly: Leicester City could go top if they keep the lead against Wolves; my other…

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With the world tour still on hold, not enough hotels open to throw television sets through the windows of, the fact I’m no longer closer to forty than I am fifty years old and that I ought to act my age not my shoe size, a period of quiet reflection and contemplation has done me no end of good.   And the result of…

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