🏆 IT Services Company of the Year for Staffordshire – Business Awards 2025

Initial IT has officially been named IT Services Company of the Year for Staffordshire at the 2025 Business Awards.

This marks our third award win this year, with another still shortlisted, recognising the trust our clients place in us and the results we continue to deliver across Cyber Security, IT Services, and Microsoft 365 protection.

Why This Award Matters

Peer-Reviewed Recognition

This wasn’t just a pat on the back. It was awarded by respected judges who understand what makes a truly reliable IT partner, consistent service, measurable impact, and rock-solid security.

Driving Staffordshire’s Digital Progress From protecting small firms to supporting business growth, we’re proud to help shape a secure, connected, and resilient local economy through our expert IT support.

A Decade of Celebration, A Defining Year With the Business Awards celebrating a record-breaking year, this win highlights the role we’ve played and continue to play in building smarter, safer businesses across the region.

From Curiosity to Commitment

I’ve always loved tech. As a teenager, I helped wire up one of the first home networks in our street. No instructions, just me and my dad figuring it out as we went.

That moment sparked a lifelong passion for IT and a career built on solving problems and helping people.

When I started Initial IT in 2006, I’d already seen the industry from the inside. Too many providers made things complicated for the sake of it.

Clients were treated like numbers. I knew it could be done better.

So, I left behind corporate contracts and big firm politics to build something different: a people-first IT company.

One that speaks in plain English, shows up when it matters, and takes genuine pride in securing, assisting, and protecting local businesses.

Why This Award Matters

Judged by Experts, Earned Through Action

This award wasn’t handed out lightly. It was judged by respected business and tech leaders who understand what real impact looks like day-to-day reliability, long-term resilience, and real relationships.

A Champion for Staffordshire’s Businesses

We don’t just serve clients we support our local economy. From Microsoft 365 protection to managed Cyber Security, our work helps firms grow with confidence, knowing they’re protected from modern digital threats.

A Year of Recognition, A Future of Purpose

2025 has been a defining year for us: three wins and another shortlist still pending.

More importantly, it’s a year that validates everything we’ve believed in since the beginning keep things simple, protect people first, and never stop showing up for your clients.

What Set Initial IT Apart

• Proactive, Practical Cyber Security: From AI-based threat detection to automated Microsoft 365 monitoring, we secure what matters before issues become disasters.

  
  

• Client-Focused Service: We don't do ticket numbers and faceless call centres. We do phone calls, follow-ups, and fixing things before you even know there's a problem.

  
  

• Investing in Local People: From digital skills training to hands-on community support, we believe helping Staffordshire thrive is part of the job.

  
  

• Tangible Results, Not Tech Jargon: Our clients get faster recovery, fewer incidents, and greater peace of mind. No waffle, no over-engineering just outcomes that protect your business.

  
  

What’s Next?

Amplifying the Win

Expect to see this award featured in our proposals, on our site, and across our channels. Not to show off but to show clients they’re backed by a recognised, proven partner.

Building on Momentum

We’re growing, onboarding new clients, strengthening partnerships, and bringing new services to market. This award opens doors to new opportunities that align with our mission.

Honouring the Team

None of this happens alone. The dedication and passion of the Initial IT team, alongside the support of my family have made this win possible. We’ll be celebrating together, and planning for what’s next.

In Summary

Winning IT Services Company of the Year isn’t just about recognition. It’s about legacy.

It’s about the decision I made years ago to leave complexity behind and build something better for my clients, my community, and my family.

And it’s about what comes next: continuing to secure, assist, and protect local businesses across Staffordshire and beyond.

To our clients, thank you for trusting us. To our team, thank you for making this possible.

Here’s to more growth, more protection and many more nights of sleeping soundly knowing your business is safe.

Secure, Assist, Protect.