Get to Know Creative Networks: Our Identity and Purpose
Creative Networks was established in 2005 by the current Managing Director after having worked in the industry for many years. It became apparent that the way forward for businesses was to offer Managed Services, with the focus of making businesses more efficient. Creative Networks has embraced changes in the IT sector for over 15 years and continues to do so today.
Shortly after inception, we were met with steady growth working closely in the Automotive, Professional Services and Manufacturing sectors.
We are an established company with qualified engineers and a manned help desk. Our customers have seen great success using our services built on experience and a strong work ethic.
Our Journey
Creative Networks & BDM Voice Announce Strategic Acquisition
This acquisition brings together two businesses with a shared focus on trust, service quality, and long-term customer relationships. By combining BDM Voice’s telecoms expertise with Creative Networks’ wider IT, cloud, and security capabilities, customers benefit from greater resilience, deeper technical support, and a platform designed for sustainable growth — without disruption to the service they rely on today.
The acquisition relates solely to BDM Voice Limited. BDM Talk, trading as BDM CX, and the wider BDM Group’s contact centre and customer experience operations are entirely unaffected by this transaction and continue to operate independently as normal.
Creative Networks Acquires ResQ Technologies
Founded in 2003, ResQ Technologies has built a strong reputation for delivering customer-centric IT, telecom, and cloud services across sectors including Education, Healthcare, Retail, and Finance. Its expertise and local presence in South and West Wales will complement Creative Networks’ national operations, enabling the combined company to deliver even greater value to clients across the UK.
Creative Networks Acquires Rycramweb
Established in 1999, Rycramweb brings a strong portfolio and expertise in delivering responsive website design tailored to the unique goals of each client. With solutions that include web control panels, SSL certificates, SEO-friendly design, domain management, and dedicated website support, Rycramweb has consistently set high standards in the web development industry. Notably, the company has developed specific, effective website solutions for estate agents, providing integrations with platforms such as Rightmove and Zoopla to streamline property management and online visibility.
Creative Networks Partners with Ingram Micro
Ingram Micro UK CEP is a premier platform empowering businesses to simplify procurement, deployment, and management of cloud and IT services. By integrating with leading technology vendors, CEP enables seamless access to solutions—from cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity to networking and collaboration tools. Trusted by organizations of all sizes, Ingram Micro CEP accelerates digital transformation and scales IT services with flexibility and control.
Creative Networks Announces HPE Partnership
This collaboration empowers Creative Networks to offer clients access to HPE’s renowned solutions—from high-performance servers and storage systems to intelligent networking and edge-to-cloud platforms—delivering robust, scalable, and future-ready IT infrastructure tailored to modern business demands.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) helps organizations accelerate their digital transformation journeys with intelligent technology solutions spanning hybrid cloud, high-performance computing, composable infrastructure, and edge-to-cloud architectures. HPE empowers businesses to harness innovation and agility at scale.
Hornetsecurity Alliance: Stronger Email Security for Clients
Hornetsecurity is trusted by over 50,000 organisations across 30+ countries, delivering powerful security solutions tailored for Microsoft 365 environments. Through this partnership, Creative Networks can now offer its clients advanced tools for Email Threat Protection, Data Backup, Business Continuity, and User Awareness Training, all from a single unified platform.
Creative Networks’ partnership with Hornetsecurity brings clients a robust, unified solution that enhances their Microsoft 365 environments and strengthens their overall cybersecurity posture.
IASME Cyber Assurance Level 1 Achieved by Creative Networks
The IASME Cyber Assurance certification, developed by IASME Consortium, is a recognised framework designed to improve the cybersecurity posture of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It provides independent assurance that an organisation has implemented a range of defined Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Data protection measures.
Building on the Cyber Essentials Plus standard, which focuses on basic Cybersecurity controls verified through a technical audit, the IASME certification takes a broader approach to include advanced governance standards such as risk assessment and management.
Creative Networks Joins LANPAC to Support Safer Businesses
The Lancashire Partnership Against Crime is a pioneering organisation that brings together law enforcement agencies, businesses, and community leaders to promote public safety and crime prevention.
LANPAC, a unique partnership between Lancashire Constabulary, local businesses, and public sector organisations, focuses on crime reduction and building stronger, more resilient communities. Through this membership, Creative Networks joins a network of like-minded organisations dedicated to making a positive impact by tackling both traditional and emerging crimes, including the growing threats of cybercrime.
Creative Networks Joins the North West Cyber Security Cluster
The NWCSC is a collaborative organisation that unites cybersecurity providers, businesses, and public institutions to enhance the region’s cyber resilience. Supported by industry leaders and government bodies, the cluster focuses on knowledge sharing, innovation, and the implementation of best practices to tackle ever-evolving cyber challenges.
As cyber threats continue to escalate in both frequency and sophistication, businesses face increasing pressure to secure their digital assets. By becoming a part of NWCSC, Creative Networks gains access to cutting-edge industry insights, collaborative opportunities, and resources that further enhance the cybersecurity services we offer to our clients.
Creative Networks Named Approved Supplier on G-Cloud 14
Joining the G-Cloud 14 Framework marks a pivotal milestone for Creative Networks, underscoring our commitment to offering secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions. The G-Cloud Framework connects public sector buyers with trusted suppliers, ensuring seamless access to high-quality, compliant services while adhering to government regulations and procurement standards.
With transparent pricing and competitive cloud solutions, G-Cloud 14 offers cost-effective, scalable options that allow clients to choose services tailored to their specific needs. This flexibility speeds up implementation, boosts efficiency, and enhances overall service delivery.
Creative Networks Acquires AL Global 4 Phones
AL Global 4 Phones is recognised for its comprehensive telecom services, including CCTV, hosted telephone systems, mobile phones and SIM packages, connectivity solutions, Alcatel telephone systems, and offshore and marine communications. Known for building trusted client relationships through a customer-centered approach, AL Global 4 Phones provides innovative and reliable solutions that are tailored to meet the complex requirements of modern businesses.
Creative Networks Partners with PAGABO Framework
Pagabo’s IT-specific framework and procurement opportunities will empower Creative Networks to offer enhanced services to clients, ensuring efficient and compliant IT infrastructure development for organisations within healthcare, education and more.
As part of the framework, which covers lots of services including VoIP solutions, cloud services and managed services, Creative Networks can build on its mission to deliver top-tier IT solutions to a range of public sector clients across various sectors.
Creative Networks and North West Cyber Resilience Centre
The NWCRC is a trusted, not-for-profit organisation formed in partnership with North West Police forces and Manchester Digital. Established as the first centre of its kind in the UK, it provides professional cybersecurity services to small businesses.
By integrating NWCRC’s expertise and innovative solutions into our portfolio, we aim to provide our clients with top-tier security measures that are both affordable and effective.
Creative Networks Recognised as an IASME Certification Body
Creative Networks proudly announces its achievement of being accredited by the Information Assurance for Small and Medium Enterprises Consortium (IASME) as a Certification Body for Cyber Essentials Plus.
This prestigious recognition not only solidifies our commitment to providing top-tier cyber security solutions but also complements our existing approval as a Cyber Essentials Certification Body.
Creative Networks Partners with Fortinet
We teamed up with Fortinet because, like us, they believe in more than just protection; they believe in empowering businesses.
Trusted by over 730,000 customers across various sectors, Fortinet’s robust solutions align perfectly with our mission to safeguard your digital journey.
Creative Networks Partners with Cradlepoint
Choosing Cradlepoint as our partner was a decision driven by their unmatched capabilities in ensuring secure and agile connections across various environments.
Their proficiency in leveraging the latest in 5G and LTE technology enriches our service portfolio, promising our clients seamless connectivity whether they’re at the office, in the field, or anywhere in between.
Creative Networks Partners with Tenable
The alliance between Creative Networks and Tenable is more than a partnership; it’s a fusion of strengths that propels us to the forefront of the cybersecurity field.
By weaving Tenable’s sophisticated Exposure Management solutions into our framework, we’re transforming the way we safeguard our clients’ digital realms.
This strategic integration provides us with a deeper understanding and more powerful tools, allowing us to construct a cybersecurity defense that is not only formidable but also flexible enough to adapt to the ever-changing digital environment.
With this collaboration, we’re committed to delivering security solutions that are tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Creative Networks Partners with WithSecure
WITHsecure is famous for its unconventional solutions, offering everything from a unified cloud-based security platform to unmatched endpoint protection and precise vulnerability management.
This partnership signifies a pioneering step towards enhancing our cybersecurity offerings, making our clients’ digital ecosystems more robust and secure against a wide array of cyber threats.
Creative Networks Partners with Supernormal
Creative Networks, known for its comprehensive set of services including Cyber Security, Managed IT, and Cloud Solutions, has always been at the forefront of implementing technology to enhance business operations.
In its latest step towards technological excellence, Creative Networks is proud to announce its collaboration with Supernormal, an innovative platform that is transforming the way professionals engage in meetings.
Q1 – Creative Networks Achieves Prestigious IASME Cyber Essentials Plus Accreditation
Creative Networks proudly announces its recent achievement of being accredited by the Information Assurance for Small and Medium Enterprises Consortium (IASME) as a Certification Body for Cyber Essentials Plus. This prestigious recognition not only solidifies our commitment to providing top-tier cyber security solutions but also complements our existing approval as a Cyber Essentials Certification Body.
Q1 – Creative Networks Acquires Capital Network Solutions
In a strategic move to expand its network capabilities, Creative Networks has officially acquired Capital Network Solutions, enhancing its technological infrastructure and service offerings. This acquisition promises to significantly boost Creative Networks's operational efficiencies and customer service scope.
Q4 – Creative Networks Acquires Weald Computer Systems
Creative Networks broadens its IT service offerings through the acquisition of Weald Computer Systems, a key player in the industry. This strategic move enhances Creative Networks's capabilities and market reach in computer services.
Q3 – Creative Networks Acquires Newcode UK
Creative Networks expands its business portfolio by acquiring Newcode UK, a strategic move to enhance its technological capabilities. This acquisition positions Creative Networks for greater market influence and innovation in the tech sector.
Q1 – Creative Networks Becomes Safe Contractor Accredited
Creative Networks achieves Safe Contractor accreditation, affirming its commitment to health and safety standards. This recognition underscores Creative Networks's dedication to providing a secure working environment.
Creative Networks wins G-Cloud 13 framework contract
Creative Networks secures a victory in obtaining the G-Cloud 13 framework contract, enhancing its cloud services offerings.
Creative Networks Becomes an approved Crown Commercial Services provider
Creative Networks secures its status as an approved Crown Commercial Services provider.
Creative Networks becomes UKAS ISO 27001 and 9001 Accredited
Creative Networks attains UKAS accreditation for ISO 27001 and 9001, demonstrating excellence in information security and quality management.
Creative Networks becomes Cyber Essentials certified
Creative Networks achieves Cyber Essentials certification, bolstering its cybersecurity defenses.
Creative Networks Moves to new headquarters
Creative Networks Moves to new headquarters at old zen Internet Offices.
Creative Networks Doubles Staff
Creative Networks doubles its staff to provide better services.
Creative Networks Becomes Microsoft Certified Education Partner
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Creative Networks launches its new fresher website.
Creative Networks launches a new fresher website.
Creative Networks Becomes Microsoft Silver Partner
Creative Networks launches a new fresher website
Creative Networks launches its new fresher website.
Creative Networks partners with 3CX
Creative Networks have successfully passed all the requirements and qualifications and are now a Certified 3CX Partner. 3CX is an award winning PBX, delivering multiple features as standard at a fraction of the cost of a traditional PBX.
Creative Networks updates it's branding
Creative Networks gets a fresh look and presents it to the world.
Creative Networks takes integral role in next gen fuel trials for BP
BP and Afton Chemical carried out next generation fuel trials in Germany. The trials involved testing the fuels and capturing the data using specialist equipment installed in the cars. The cars used were Mercedes, and Volkswagen. Each week captured data was shipped to Creative Networks for analysis and conversion.
Creative Networks helps local engineering firm
Creative Networks helps local engineering firm [CNC Profile Engineering, Rochdale] go from pen and paper to keyboard and mouse.
CNC Profile Engineering was established in 1997 by two young engineers. The company started with a single CNC machine which was around 20 years old at the time and was setup in a small rented workshop. There was barely enough room to move let alone manufacture however the engineers strived to supply high quality products and on time. With their outstanding commitment and hard work, business picked up and they soon invested in a larger machine. By 1999 they had purchased a new mill and moved out and by the new millennium they had increased their manufacturing capabilities and purchased the company they originally worked for.
Creative Networks wins its first contract
Creative Networks gets its first contract providing support services for Suzuki.
Creative Networks First Website Launched
Creative Networks launches its first website.
Creative Networks Established
Creative Networks Established and Registered with our first logo.