The Innovator Empowering Enterprises and Elevating Communities through Strategic Digitalization: Ethical IT

In an age where environmental concerns have become integral to business strategies, Ethical IT is leading the charge in providing sustainable, transparent, and pioneering IT solutions. Headquartered in the UK, Ethical IT offers a wide array of managed IT services designed to reduce the carbon footprint of organizations while ensuring cost-efficiency and top-notch performance. Their unwavering commitment to sustainability, coupled with a focus on social and economic responsibility, has made them a trusted partner for businesses across various sectors. Ethical IT’s vision is clear: to deliver environmentally responsible, transparent, and innovative IT solutions for organizations of all sizes. This ethos extends beyond simple IT services, as they aim to shape a future where technology and sustainability go hand-in-hand. Ethical IT focuses on delivering managed IT solutions that reduce energy consumption, minimize waste, and promote long-term partnerships with clients who share a commitment to environmental and social sustainability.

Their service offerings are as diverse as their clientele, ranging from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to large public sector organizations and non-profits. What sets Ethical IT apart from the competition is their steadfast dedication to reducing both their own and their clients’ environmental impact through the procurement of sustainable hardware, renewable cloud services, and efficient IT management practices.

Mission-Driven IT Solutions

Ethical IT’s mission is threefold: to provide sustainable IT solutions, offer clear and responsive technical support, and reduce costs and IT-related carbon footprints for clients. The company is built on three pillars of sustainability: environmental, economic, and social.

• Environmental sustainability focuses on reducing carbon footprints through the careful selection of IT solutions that use less energy and produce minimal waste.
• Economic sustainability is achieved by charging fair prices and building long-term client relationships. Ethical IT ensures that their solutions not only provide cost-efficiency but also deliver high-quality service.
• Social sustainability is supported by promoting healthy work-life balances for employees, offering flexible work options, and embracing the “1% for the planet” ethos, wherein a portion of their profits is dedicated to environmental causes.

A Decade of Experience

With decades of experience, particularly within the social change sector in both the UK and Europe, Ethical IT understands the financial and technical constraints faced by many organizations. Their tailored solutions are designed with these limitations in mind, ensuring that all services, from help desk support to cybersecurity, align with the client’s specific needs. Ethical IT has a deep-rooted understanding of the social and environmental impacts of their work, striving to ensure that every action they take helps foster positive change.

Ethical IT’s expertise covers an extensive range of services, including business continuity solutions, IT support, cybersecurity, hardware lifecycle management, and disaster recovery. This wide array of offerings allows the company to act as a one-stop shop for organizations looking to streamline their IT infrastructure while adhering to sustainable practices. 

Unlimited IT Support with a Focus on Security

Ethical IT’s flagship service is their unlimited IT support, which is available 24/7 to ensure that businesses can operate without disruption. Their team of dedicated service operations and account managers works closely with clients, ensuring that every IT solution provided aligns with business goals and enhances overall performance.

What make their offering even more attractive are their ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications, which demonstrate their commitment to robust cybersecurity practices. Ethical IT places cybersecurity at the core of their services, offering advanced protection to safeguard clients' sensitive data. Whether for SMEs or large enterprises, their cybersecurity services provide a critical shield against the growing number of cyber threats faced by businesses today.

Tailored Solutions for SMEs and Large Enterprises

One of Ethical IT’s core strengths lies in their ability to provide tailored IT solutions for both small and large businesses. For SMEs, they offer flexible, cost-effective services that allow businesses with up to 250 employees to streamline their operations and grow sustainably. Their focus on scalable pricing models ensures that SMEs can benefit from enterprise-level IT services without the burden of high costs.

For larger enterprises, Ethical IT delivers customized IT partnerships that support large-scale success. By providing cutting-edge digital solutions that help organizations adapt to the digital age, they empower enterprises to innovate and stay ahead of the competition. Ethical IT’s sector-specific expertise, particularly in the public sector and social change industries, ensures that their clients receive the tools needed to drive meaningful transformation in their respective communities.

Cybersecurity and Data Protection at the Forefront

In a world where data breaches and cyberattacks are on the rise, Ethical IT’s comprehensive cybersecurity services provide much-needed assurance to their clients. They offer advanced disaster recovery and business continuity solutions, ensuring that organizations can quickly recover from any disruptions, whether caused by cyberattacks, natural disasters, or internal issues.

Their Microsoft 365 backup services are particularly notable, offering a robust solution for safeguarding critical business information. While many businesses rely solely on Microsoft’s default retention policies, Ethical IT takes data protection a step further by providing customized backup solutions that cover Office 365, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Dynamics 365. These services ensure that businesses can recover from data loss incidents quickly and with minimal downtime, helping them maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

Empowering Employees with Cyber Awareness Training

Beyond just providing IT solutions, Ethical IT understands the importance of empowering employees to take an active role in cybersecurity. Their Cyber Awareness Training programs are designed to instill a security-first mindset across organizations. By equipping employees with the knowledge and skills to detect and prevent cyber threats, businesses can significantly reduce the risk of breaches caused by human error.

Ethical IT’s approach to cyber awareness delivers a seven-fold return on investment (ROI) by fostering a culture where employees are encouraged to take responsibility for their digital actions. This proactive strategy helps businesses mitigate the risks associated with cyberattacks while protecting their customers’ sensitive data.

Leased Lines for Reliable Connectivity

In addition to their IT and cybersecurity services, Ethical IT also provides leased lines for businesses that require high-speed, reliable internet connectivity. By partnering with reputable UK service providers, they offer competitive solutions tailored to the specific needs of their clients. Ethical IT manages the entire process, from scoping requirements to implementing the solution and providing ongoing monitoring and support.

Their leased line solutions are designed specifically for businesses, offering higher speeds and reliability compared to consumer-grade connections. This ensures that organizations can maintain seamless operations, especially when using mission-critical applications or services that require consistent connectivity.

A Commitment to Business Continuity

One of the key services Ethical IT offers is business continuity planning, a crucial aspect for any business aiming to survive in today’s unpredictable environment. Their disaster recovery solutions are designed to minimize downtime and ensure that businesses can maintain operations in the face of unforeseen disruptions. This includes secure offsite backups, point-in-time restoration services, and ransomware defense mechanisms.

A study by Mercer in 2020 found that 51% of global companies lacked proper business continuity plans before the COVID-19 pandemic, underscoring the importance of preparedness. Ethical IT’s continuity services ensure that businesses are ready to face challenges ranging from cyberattacks to natural disasters, enabling them to recover quickly and minimize financial loss.

Carl Evans, Founder and Chairman

“Beyond just providing IT solutions, Ethical IT understands the importance of empowering employees to take an active role in cybersecurity”