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Smart Sensors: 5 Use Cases for Facilities Managers

IoT and wireless tech make smart sensors more accessible for more companies - and it's easy to see why so many are implementing them. Smart sensors give you real-time actionable insights on your facilities from one centralised location, allowing for more intelligent decisions, cost-savings, and a better environment for customers and staff alike.

Cybersecurity Trends in 2026: A Director's Guide

2025 taught us some valuable lessons about cybersecurity. Most importantly, considering attacks on Co-op and JLR, anyone can be impacted - regardless of size. Cybersecurity is now a board issue, not an IT problem. In 2026, the biggest risks will get even harder to ignore—they’ll come from believable scams, weak supplier controls, and employees who unknowingly open the wrong link. For UK company directors, understanding where the threats are moving is essential to protect revenue, reputation, and insurance coverage.

entrustIT completes acquisition of DWM Technical Solutions in Bedford

entrustIT completes the acquisition of DWM Technical Solutions Ltd

Ringwood, UK – Monday, 1st December 2025 — entrustIT, a multi-award-winning Managed Service Provider (MSP), has completed the acquisition of DWM Technical Solutions, a respected IT and security systems integrator based in Bedford. The move forms part of entrustIT’s ongoing national expansion strategy to build a strong physical presence in every major UK region.

Stay Safe on Black Friday & Cyber Monday

Shopping safely on Black Friday & Cyber Monday: A UK Guide

Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become key dates in the UK shopping calendar. From high-street retailers to online giants, the rush for discounts is intense — and cybercriminals are counting on it. As shoppers hunt for bargains, scammers look for opportunities. Understanding the risks and knowing how to protect yourself will help you avoid a costly mistake.

How Technology Transforms Guest Experiences in UK Hospitality

The UK’s hospitality and leisure sector is operating in a paradox. Consumers are going out less, yet they’re spending more when they do. With cost-of-living pressures still biting, discretionary spend on casual dining, hotels, and entertainment has fallen sharply — Barclays’ 2025 Consumer Spending Report shows a 6% decline in frequency of hospitality visits year-on-year, but a 9% increase in average spend per occasion.

When Ransomware Strikes: How Sophos MDR Stops it in Real Time

Ransomware is ruthless. It doesn’t creep in quietly; it breaks in, encrypts your data, and demands money to return it. Most companies only notice when staff can’t open files or systems suddenly go offline. By then, the damage is done.

Can AI Monitor my CCTV? Your Questions Answered

1) Can AI really monitor CCTV feeds today? Yes. Modern video analytics detect people, vehicles, behaviours (e.g., loitering, crowding), number plates, and safety breaches in real time. These systems flag anomalies and push alerts to operators or trigger responses in other systems (access control, alarms). Accuracy still depends on camera quality, angles and lighting, but the capability is live and widely deployed.

What to Look for When Selecting a Managed Service Provider

This post follows on from last week's entitled: "In-House vs Outsourced IT: A Strategic Choice for Midsize Businesses"

entrustIT wins Managed Service Provider of the Year 2025

entrustIT Wins Managed Service Provider of the Year at SCTIA25

entrustIT is proud to announce that it has been named Managed Service Provider of the Year at the South Coast Tech & Innovation Awards 2025, held at the Hilton at the Utilita Bowl, Southampton.

entrustIT Hampshire Business Awards 2025

entrustIT Shortlisted at the Hampshire Business Awards 2025

entrustIT, a leading Hampshire MSP, has once again been shortlisted for Tech Company of the Year at the Hampshire Business Awards 2025, hosted by Insider Media. This marks a proud moment for our team, having previously won the same award in 2023.