We Won a 2025 Global Recognition Award. And It Means the World to Us

At Initial IT, we’ve always believed that simplifying technology while securing small businesses isn’t just our job it’s our responsibility. And today, we’re thrilled to announce that this commitment has been recognised on a global stage.

A Global Honour for Local Impact

We’re proud to share that Initial IT has been awarded the 2025 Global Recognition Award for Excellence in IT Service and Innovation. This prestigious accolade highlights not only our technical expertise but also the heart of what we do: empowering small and medium-sized businesses to thrive in an increasingly complex digital world.

Here’s what the award committee had to say:

"Initial IT has been recognized with a 2025 Global Recognition Award for Excellence in IT Service and Innovation, distinguishing itself as a significant force in the cybersecurity landscape for small and medium-sized businesses. The company's human-centered approach to complex technical challenges has earned them this prestigious recognition, with judges particularly noting their exceptional impact on local businesses and sustainable service programs. Under the leadership of founder Andy Price, Initial IT has demonstrated remarkable resilience and commitment to protecting vulnerable companies in an increasingly threatening digital environment."

Why This Matters

Cybersecurity today isn’t just about firewalls and antivirus software it’s about trust. It’s about giving small businesses the confidence to focus on what they do best, knowing their livelihoods are protected.

This award is a testament to our mission: to deliver cutting-edge security solutions in a way that’s accessible, practical, and jargon-free. It’s not just about what we do it’s about how we do it. We meet our clients where they are, whether they’re a small law firm navigating compliance for the first time or an accountancy firm managing sensitive client data with limited IT experience.

Setting the Standard: Our Core Security Package

One of the standout reasons for this recognition is our Core Security Package, a non-negotiable baseline for protection that has redefined expectations in the SME sector.

"Initial IT has changed expectations for technical support in the SME sector through their innovative Core Security Package baseline, which represents a standardized approach to cyber protection that refuses to onboard clients unwilling to implement fundamental protections..."

We don’t cut corners. We don’t compromise. And we don’t say yes to every potential client. Why? Because we believe that security should never be optional. It’s about integrity, not exclusivity. We’d rather walk away from a sale than lower our standards.

A Personal Journey, A Shared Mission

Every business has a story, and ours is one of resilience and determination. When I (Andy) founded Initial IT, my goal was simple: to help small businesses feel confident about their tech. Along the way, I faced personal challenges, including a life-changing kidney transplant, but those experiences only strengthened my resolve to make a difference.

The award committee recognised this journey, noting:

"Founder Andy Price's journey through significant health challenges... has given Initial IT a resilience that translates directly to client service and problem-solving capabilities..."

This recognition isn’t just about our technical achievements it’s about the way we show up for our clients, every single day.

A Win for Our Clients and Community

This award isn’t just for us it’s for every business owner who’s trusted us with their systems, every nervous caller who didn’t know where to start, and every member of our Midlands community. Together, we’re building a safer, stronger, and more resilient local economy.

"The community-centered approach creates a beneficial cycle where properly protected small businesses can focus on growth rather than technical vulnerabilities, contributing to regional economic stability..."

Looking Ahead

As cyber threats evolve, so does our mission: to protect the vulnerable, simplify the complex, and never compromise on clarity or care. This award is a milestone, but it’s not the finish line. We’re just getting started.

Thank You

To our clients: thank you for trusting us with your businesses.

To our team: thank you for being the calm, capable force behind every fix and every firewall.

To our peers: thank you for raising the bar and inspiring us to do the same.

And to the judges: thank you for recognising that technical brilliance means nothing without a human touch.

Here’s to clarity, security, and the small businesses that keep Britain running. We’re honoured to be part of your journey.

Let’s keep building something extraordinary together.