By Calligo
10/01/2020
Calligo has acquired Dublin-based IT Managed Services Provider, DC Networks Ltd.
DC Networks specialises in IT support, telecommunications and networking and managed Microsoft Azure services, and is one of the most well-respected MSPs in the region.
The purchase of DC Networks – one of the most well-respected MSPs in the region – is another significant step in Calligo’s continued global growth strategy. In the last three years, Calligo has completed six acquisitions – three in Canada (including Connected Technologies in March last year), one in Guernsey, one in Luxembourg and now DC Networks – creating a well-established, multi-jurisdictional provider of IT managed services that cover the entire data lifecycle, with data privacy embedded at every step.
This acquisition is a case of DC Networks’ services and skillsets perfectly complementing Calligo’s own portfolio of IT managed services and cloud infrastructure services. In addition, its Dublin location strengthens Calligo’s delivery of strategic data services that can accommodate any regulatory or data sensitivity obligations.
Why is Calligo expanding into Ireland?
“Ireland is a rapidly-growing market, but particularly in its appetite for innovative technology. It is populated by a high proportion of ambitious, data-driven businesses eager to explore how they can make fullest use of their data and make it work harder for them. Ireland was clearly the logical next step for Calligo’s international expansion.” Julian Box, Founder and CEO of Calligo
How will this benefit existing Calligo clients?
“Ireland is also a strategic target. Adding a presence here, alongside our established locations in the UK and Europe, bolsters our ability to provide local, European and international businesses with a full suite of data-centric managed services that satisfy all requirements in data residency, data privacy and data ethics.“ Julian Box, Founder and CEO of Calligo
Why did Calligo choose DC Networks?
“DC Networks was an easy choice of company for our first steps into Ireland. It is a well-run business with a portfolio of IT, cloud and managed services that will meld very easily with our own, and it has a rightfully-earned local reputation for client service and accurate delivery. In truth, the business reminds us of ourselves and we are excited by the prospect of adding the existing team to our own, and offering new and existing clients a broadened portfolio of data optimization services with the same client-centric service mentality.“ Julian Box, Founder and CEO of Calligo
What does this mean for previous DC Networks clients?
“Synergy is an overused term in these situations, but here it is remarkably apt. The similarities in our service lines, customer focus and underlying missions were striking. We have taken pride in developing strong relationships with our clients, many of whom have been with us for many years, and we know their businesses, needs and data challenges inside out. This acquisition will be an excellent result for our new and existing clients, as the wider portfolio of data services that will be made available to them, including data privacy, automation and artificial intelligence, are exactly what they and businesses across Ireland are in need of.“Robert Doyle, Director of DC Networks
If you have any questions about this exciting news, and what it may mean for you, please contact me via the below.
Julian Box, Founder and CEO – [email protected]
