Contractors stories
CIOs learn on the go as AI pressure mounts at firms
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Logicalis study finds 89% of Chief Information Officers are learning AI as they go, with skills gaps, data issues and compliance concerns slowing roll-outs.
1Kosmos wins Department of War IL4 identity approval
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mfa
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cloud security
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phishing
1Kosmos wins Department of War IL4 identity approval, extending its FedRAMP High platform to mission-critical defence workloads and partner access.
UK payroll errors persist as delays & manual work rise
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digital transformation
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fintech
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partner programmes
UK payroll in crisis as 89% of professionals report frequent errors and delays, with manual processes and poor system integration to blame.
Scopey Onsite raises €523k to expand construction AI platform
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document management
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devops
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digital transformation
Scopey Onsite has raised EUR €523k in pre-seed funding to expand its AI-based construction reporting platform across Ireland, the UK and Australia.
Vistra & G-P launch unified path for global hiring
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Vistra and G-P unveil a single-contract route to shift firms smoothly from EOR hiring to fully fledged entities in overseas markets.
UK data centres squeeze switchgear for builders
Fri, 27th Feb 2026
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devops
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hyperscale
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dc
Surging UK data centre demand is choking switchgear supply, delaying commercial builds as manufacturers prioritise mega digital projects.
Okta warns of North Korean fraud in remote tech hiring
Fri, 13th Feb 2026
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data protection
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ransomware
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hcm
Okta warns North Korean operatives are landing remote tech jobs with stolen and synthetic identities to fund the regime and enable cyber attacks.
Tradesman Saver targets digital pros with new brand
Thu, 12th Feb 2026
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cx
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martech
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smb
Tradesman Saver launches Professional Saver brand to target IT and digital workers as it refreshes its image and eyes growth into 2026.
Fluke unveils CertiFibre Max for dense AI data centres
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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hyperscale
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dc
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ai
Fluke Networks launches CertiFibre Max test set to speed high-density fibre certification in AI-driven data centres and cloud networks.
Tighter visa rules deepen SAP S/4HANA skills shortage
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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planning
UK and EU visa curbs are worsening an already severe SAP S/4HANA talent crunch, driving longer hiring cycles, rising costs and delivery risk.
CMA approves Speedy & HSS ProService digital marketplace deal
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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fleet management
The CMA has approved Speedy's 10% stake in HSS ProService Marketplace, uniting digital procurement with a nationwide network for UK construction.
CMA clears HSS ProService & Speedy digital hire partnership
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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contractors
The CMA has approved a partnership between HSS ProService and Speedy Hire, creating a unified digital platform for equipment and services in UK construction.
BRKZ secures USD $30 million loan to expand Saudi construction tech
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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ai
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financing
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procurement
BRKZ has secured a USD $30 million loan to expand its financing solutions and support the growth of Saudi Arabia's booming construction sector.
Check Point launches Enterprise Browser for safer unmanaged access
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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firewalls
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vpns
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network security
Check Point unveils Enterprise Browser for Harmony SASE, enhancing Zero Trust security on unmanaged devices used by contractors and BYOD users worldwide.
Secureframe gains early FedRAMP 20x approval, streamlines compliance
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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risk & compliance
Secureframe becomes one of the first to gain FedRAMP 20x approval, enhancing cloud security compliance and easing government contractors' regulatory burdens.
Cloudbrink adds identity tools & Crowdstrike link for hybrid work
Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
Cloudbrink enhances its Personal SASE platform with native identity management and Crowdstrike integration to simplify security for hybrid workforces.
Remote launches AI-powered payroll service for 100 countries
Wed, 7th May 2025
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hcm
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risk & compliance
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ai
Remote expands its AI-powered payroll platform to support over 100 countries, streamlining payments and HR for businesses with global teams.
Roc launches platform to cut waste & speed payments in construction
Tue, 6th May 2025
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supply chain
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it services
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public sector
Roc Technologies launches Digital Cost Assurance under Coria to cut waste, prevent fraud, and speed payments in UK construction, saving millions for public projects.
Netskope unveils enhanced enterprise browser for BYOD security
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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saas
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data protection
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risk & compliance
Netskope has unveiled enhancements to its Enterprise Browser, aimed at securing access for unmanaged devices and temporary workers to corporate data.
BRKZ secures USD $17 million to enhance Saudi expansion
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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b2b
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property market
BRKZ has secured USD $17 million in Series A funding to enhance construction procurement in Saudi Arabia, raising total funds to USD $22.5 million.