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Read MoreTailor-made communication
Much like a tailor-made dress, ESPRIT wanted a communication solution that was designed specifically for them: a CIC system that both simplifies customer communication as well as offering modern forms of collaboration – both external and internal – with Microsoft Teams. ESPRIT was founded in 1968 by Doug Tompkins and Susie Buell in California. Inspired by…
Read MoreAllies work together: Colties share their thoughts on inclusion and diversity to mark International Women’s Day 2023
By Rachel Collins, Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion I recently sat down and spoke to the team at TechUK on why allyship is so important to driving change. Allyship, defined as active support for marginalised groups, is critical for driving change and promoting engagement, job satisfaction, and customer loyalty. Colt is spotlighting allyship as…
Read MoreBlockbusters – alongside three digital partners, Colt bags the Best Digital Transformation Project Award for their blockchain solution
Together with a supergroup of partners, Colt’s blockchain solution won the Telco Innovation award at the 2023 Future Digital Awards hosted by Juniper Research. This recognition is a testament to our and our partners’ commitment to driving innovation and delivering cutting-edge solutions for our customers. This partnership was recognised for its collaboration with three other…
Read MoreThe talent squeeze puts pressure on migration ambitions
Skills shortage makes the choice of cloud partner critical There is a severe global shortage of IT skills, and it is proving a common obstacle to many cloud migration projects. This is one of the signature conclusions of Colt’s annual cloud report for 2022, which looked into the cloud adoption objectives of senior decision-makers.
Read MoreLessons for the future of cloud migration
Network limitations have held back past projects Colt’s Cloud Research Report for 2022 proves a close link between having the right network and reaping the full benefits of a cloud move. The problem picked out by the majority of senior IT and C-suite decision-makers was one of network quality. In this blog, we examine in…
Read MoreColt retains high ranking in GlobalData’s Business Services report
We are pleased to announce that Colt has maintained its high ranking in GlobalData’s latest Business Services Europe report. Published at the end of December, the report reveals how Colt has not only maintained its ‘Very Strong’ overall rating from 2021 but has also improved its score in the Go-to-Market’ section. In the revised assessment…
Read MoreThose in need from the LGBTQ+ community can access support from Stonewall Housing & Colt
Helping people access the critical services they need, when they need them, means a lot to us at Colt. We are building extraordinary connections with charities like Stonewall Housing to play our part in changing the world and making it a safer and more equitable place for everyone. We’re providing a freephone number to Stonewall…
Read MoreCOP27 and what it means for Colt
By Claire Coulson, Environmental Sustainability Manager The 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) aims to implement the Paris Agreement carbon reduction targets. This November, the high-level event hosted critical negotiations and press conferences with more than 100 Heads of State, governments and over 35,000 participants showcasing climate action worldwide. After complex negotiations, a…
Read MoreCloud migration and the legacy of COVID
Don’t get stuck in the slow lane as adopters race ahead As a follow-up to our Cloud Research Report 2022, we wanted to explore some of its nuances and implications in more detail. In this blog, we consider the impact of the recent pandemic on cloud migration and ask if there is a resulting split…
Read MoreColt’s commitment to connectivity: network stats reach new heights in 2022
In the same year that Colt celebrates 30 years of making extraordinary connections, it seems fitting that our network has reached some impressive milestones too. There are now over 31,000 connected buildings in the Colt IQ Network – 17,000 more than a decade ago. This includes 1,000 connected data centres all around the world. Connecting…
Read MorePrioritise on-demand connectivity and think like an agile CIO
Flexible connectivity has become the name of the game for businesses: customers now crave a consumption-based approach across their entire technology suite. Hybrid working, remote access from anywhere in the world and the ability to scale your bandwidth are all now strategies that key IT decision makers are beginning to adopt. In our own research…
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