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Craig Somerville stories

Craig Somerville has been at the forefront of technology integration and managed services in Australia for several decades. As managing director and CEO of Somerville, he has guided the company through significant growth and transformation, aligning itself with prominent industry partners and extending its services across various sectors. His interests evidently span across enhancing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity solutions, and leveraging modern technologies such as AI to bolster operational efficiency and customer service.

Under Somerville’s stewardship, the company has notably earned recognition as a valuable partner to global technology leaders like Mimecast and Sophos, securing several prestigious awards for its performance and customer service in 2022 alone. Somerville’s engagement in strategic partnerships, like with Mimecast for cybersecurity services and PSC for cyber insurance, displays a proactive approach to solving the intricate challenges businesses face today. Moreover, the adoption of Scality RING highlights his forward-thinking strategy in data management—are essential in meeting the increasing data security requirements of modern businesses.

Through acquisitions and expansion, such as the merger with Atturra and the partnership with Queensland’s Local Buy, Somerville under Craig's leadership is also focusing on expanding its reach and capability in the managed services market. This indicates a deep-seated interest in not only nurturing sustained growth but also in ensuring robust IT transformation outcomes for a broad clientele, emphasising a commitment to service excellence throughout its 40 years of operation.

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How CIOs can Navigate the Evolving World of AI

Mon, 4th Sep 2023
AI is now being closely examined by CIOs to determine how it can support everything from increased operational efficiency to improved customer experiences.
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Somerville invests in Scality RING data storage solution

Fri, 16th Jun 2023
Somerville has selected Scality to scale its data storage services in order to meet growing customer demand and modernise data security.
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Somerville partners PSC to help firms take cyber insurance

Tue, 9th May 2023
The partnership will provide organisations with a cyber insurance checklist supporting their requirements for tailored cyber insurance policies.
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Atturra acquires Aussie MSP, extends infrastructure capability

Wed, 5th Apr 2023
Atturra acquires Somerville, a managed services provider in Australia, to enhance its infrastructure capability in the corporate and education sectors.
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Somerville now a supplier partner of Queensland’s Local Buy

Wed, 29th Mar 2023
Somerville has been appointed as an approved supplier partner with Local Buy, tasked with procurement and probity services to the Queensland Government.
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Somerville named Mimecast partner, given access to services

Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
Mimecast has named Somerville a partner, giving it access to Mimecast’s email, web and data cybersecurity services.
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Atturra acquires Somerville to enter managed services market

Thu, 9th Mar 2023
The acquisition brings together two Australian IT services providers with a mutual focus on adding value to IT transformation outcomes for customers.
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Somerville wins three vendor partner awards in 2022

Thu, 8th Dec 2022
Somerville was announced as HP Enterprise Service Provider of the Year, Aruba Managed Service Provider of The Year, and HP Education Partner of The Year.
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Somerville celebrates 40 years of serving customers in Australia

Fri, 19th Aug 2022
End-to-end technology service provider Somerville says it's riding a wave of strong year-on-year growth as it celebrates its 40th anniversary.
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Somerville wins 2022 Sophos ANZ Partner of the Year Award

Mon, 30th May 2022
Sophos has announced the winners of its Australia and New Zealand Partner Awards for 2022, including Somerville as its Partner of the Year.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Somerville?

Fri, 16th Jul 2021
In this IT Jam, TechDay speaks to Somerville managing director and CEO Craig Somerville to learn more about the company and its offerings.