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ANS acquires Makutu to boost Microsoft-focused AI expertise
Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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ANS expands its AI expertise by acquiring Makutu, boosting its Microsoft-focused services and strengthening data and AI capabilities across sectors in the UK.
Paul Nannetti appointed Chair to lead Ekco’s European growth
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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Paul Nannetti has been appointed Chair of Ekco to drive growth in managed cloud and cybersecurity services across the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands.
ANS gains top Microsoft partner status to boost UK AI adoption
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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ANS has earned top Microsoft partner statuses, enhancing UK firms' access to AI tools and expertise to accelerate digital transformation and AI adoption.
ANS refreshes partner programmes to boost digital, cloud growth
Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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ANS revamps its partner programmes to support digital and cloud growth, offering tailored services and flexibility amid shifting managed services and cloud markets.
OneFamily partners with ANS to drive Microsoft cloud overhaul
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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OneFamily is partnering with ANS to modernise its IT by migrating to Microsoft Azure, aiming to cut costs and support 1.5 million UK customers with scalable cloud tech.
UK’s £2 billion AI plan spurs hope, but skills gap remains
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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The UK’s GBP £2 billion AI plan ignites optimism for tech growth, but experts stress urgent need to close the widening AI skills gap across industries.
London leads UK in AI adoption as North faces growing gap
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Survey reveals stark AI adoption gap: 82% of London firms value AI for strategy, against 44% in the North, urging northern businesses to act fast.
UK Government to cut jobs, save GBP £2bn with AI use
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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The UK Government's plan to cut civil service jobs and utilise AI aims to save over GBP £2 billion a year, sparking industry discussions on efficiency.
UK businesses face barriers in adopting AI technologies
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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New research reveals that UK businesses face significant hurdles to AI adoption, including lack of expertise, high costs, and uncertainties around investment returns.
Chancellor's tech investment plan praised by industry leaders
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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The Chancellor's recent address has sparked enthusiasm among tech leaders, highlighting the UK's commitment to advancing AI and digital innovation.
ANS enhances UK business with AI initiatives & growth
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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ANS reports 7% revenue growth in 2024 and is poised to enhance UK businesses' AI capabilities, focusing on innovation and strategic partnerships.
Chris Huntingford appointed ANS AI director for 2024 push
Wed, 6th Nov 2024
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Chris Huntingford has been appointed Director of AI at ANS, tasked with enhancing the firm’s AI strategy after being named Microsoft UK Services Partner of the Year 2024.
Microsoft unveils AI agents to transform business automation
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Microsoft is set to launch new AI agents in November, promising to transform business automation and enhance organisational efficiency across sectors.
Kyle Hill promoted to CTO to spearhead AI at ANS
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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ANS promotes Kyle Hill to CTO, enhancing its AI and digitalisation strategies. Hill's tenure begins 1 October 2024, steering the company’s tech advancements.
ANS wins Microsoft UK Services Partner of the Year Award 2024
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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Digital transformation firm ANS has been named Microsoft UK Services Partner of the Year 2024, recognising its impact and growth in the cloud services sector.
Cyber threat concerns heightened following Linux vulnerability
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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A critical vulnerability has been discovered in OpenSSH affecting almost all Linux systems, further accentuating the rise of security vulnerabilities for every industry.
ANS taps industry veteran Ben Cooper as Marketing Director
Tue, 26th Mar 2024
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Manchester-based digital transformation firm ANS appoints industry expert Ben Cooper as new Marketing Director to accelerate brand awareness and shape robust marketing strategies.
Janet Robb Joins ANS as Director of Customer Enablement to Bolster Digital Transformation
Fri, 29th Sep 2023
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Manchester-based technology firm ANS has appointed Janet Robb as its new Director of Customer Enablement, to support customers with digital transformation.