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LANGSTONE, South Wales — 12 July 2024 — de Novo Solutions, the multi-award-winning Welsh technology company, specialising in delivering personalised data-driven digital experiences across Finance, Procurement, HR, and Payroll functions, has successfully achieved ISO 27001 certification. This milestone underscores the company’s commitment to maintaining the highest possible security standards.

Renowned for its expertise in navigating today’s experience economy and recognised as a highly trusted partner of Oracle and ServiceNow, de Novo stands at the forefront of digital transformation innovation. ISO, a worldwide federation of national standards bodies, is a nongovernmental organisation that comprises standards bodies from more than 160 countries. These bodies collaborate to develop and promote international standards for technology, scientific testing processes, working conditions, societal issues and more.

The ISO 27001 certification confirms that de Novo Solutions meets the rigorous standards required for its information security management system [ISMS]. This certification signifies adherence to international best practices for managing information security risks.

By achieving ISO 27001, de Novo Solutions joins a select group of organisations operating at global standards for the secure management of people, processes and technology. This certification provides additional assurance to customers, partners and suppliers that its systems and data are highly secure.

This achievement comes just four months after the pioneering digital consultancy secured the Cyber Essentials Plus Accreditation, and as it marks its third successful year in business.

Ian Carline, Chief Technology and Data Protection Officer, de Novo Solutions, confirmed: “We are thrilled to achieve ISO 27001 certification, which stands as a powerful validation of our relentless pursuit of excellence in data security and privacy. This milestone not only demonstrates our dedication to safeguarding our clients’ information but also reinforces our position as a trusted leader in the industry, committed to upholding the highest standards of information security to ensure our clients’ peace of mind. I am incredibly proud of the de Novo team and everything we have achieved in three short years and now look forward to building on this success throughout the rest of 2024 and beyond.”

Tom Mann, Senior Vice President of Client Services, de Novo Solutions, confirmed: “Obtaining this certification was no mean feat. It involved subjecting every aspect of our operations to intense scrutiny, from our data handling protocols to our infrastructure security. The audit process was rigorous and exhaustive, but it was all worth it. It has not only demonstrated our compliance with ISO 27001 standards but also showcased the depth of our dedication to our clients’ security. Throughout this journey, we’ve not only met the high standards set by ISO 27001 but have also provided our clients with the assurance and peace of mind they rightfully deserve. We’re incredibly proud of this achievement and what it represents for our clients and our commitment to their security.”

Since its launch in 2021, de Novo Solutions has successfully developed and introduced a range of innovative solutions to the market. These include its industry cloud solutions ’Odyssea™’, for Central Government, Local Government and Secondary Education (Multi-Academy Trusts) and its next-generation managed services offering, ‘Value as a Service™‘ [VaaS™].

Headquartered in Langstone, South Wales, the forward-thinking digital transformation consultancy is underpinned by a fast-growing team of 78 specialists specialising in Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow technologies.

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LANGSTONE, South Wales — 10th June 2024 — de Novo Solutions, an award-winning leading Welsh digital transformation technology company specialising in the delivery of personalised data-driven digital experiences across Finance, Procurement, HR, and Payroll functions using Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow, proudly announces its partnership with the Great British Entrepreneur Awards as the sponsor of the Technology Entrepreneur of the Year category, showing commitment to recognising and supporting the next generation of technological innovators.

Mark Sweeny’s own entrepreneurial journey is a testament to the power of innovation and resilience. Last year, he was honoured with the prestigious award, and this year, he returns as a partner to continue his support for the community that celebrated his achievements. His passion for fostering technological growth and his commitment to advancing the UK’s tech sector are clear in his dedication to recognising and nurturing talent within the industry.

Mark Sweeny, Founder and Chief Executive of de Novo Solutions, says: “The UK’s technology entrepreneurs are key to growing the British economy, and de Novo is proud to sponsor the Technology Entrepreneur of the Year award and recognise those individuals who are prepared to challenge the status quo, innovate and pioneer into the unknown to improve peoples’ lives, in doing so positively contributing to both the economy and the communities we live in.”

Francesca, Founder of The Great British Entrepreneur Awards says: “We are absolutely delighted to welcome de Novo Solutions as a partner for this year’s awards. Mark’s journey from award-winning entrepreneur to partner is incredibly inspiring. His vision aligns perfectly with our mission to champion entrepreneurs who are making significant contributions to their fields and communities. This partnership will undoubtedly enhance our efforts to support and celebrate the innovative minds driving the technology sector forward.”

The Technology Entrepreneur of the Year award, now proudly supported by de Novo Solutions, aims to spotlight the brightest minds in the technology sector. This collaboration will not only honour outstanding achievements but also encourage more entrepreneurs to push the boundaries of innovation and drive economic growth.

For more information about the awards, please visit: https://greatbritishentrepreneurawards.com/.

LANGSTONE, South Wales — 3rd June 2024 — de Novo Solutions, an award-winning leading Welsh digital transformation technology company specialising in the delivery of personalised data-driven digital experiences across Finance, Procurement, HR, and Payroll functions using Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow, announces the appointment of Peter Jenkins as Non-Executive Director.

Renowned for their technical expertise and mantra for delivery excellence in navigating today’s digital experience economy, de Novo consistently sets new benchmarks in cloud innovation through its pioneering industry cloud solutions, Odyssea™, and value-centric managed services offering, Value as a Service™.

Peter’s appointment as Non-Executive Director prepares de Novo for its next stage of evolution, as the company has delivered exceptional growth over the last 12 months, with revenues rising to £5m whilst undertaking extensive investment in its internal infrastructure across the UK and India, with a headcount of over 65+ employees, with the company in the position to double in size again over its forth coming financial year, commencing June 2024.

In his capacity as a NED, Peter will work alongside the existing Board of Directors and Non-Executive Directors Clive Swan and Richard Summerfield providing governance and oversight of the delivery of the organisations plans under the leadership of Mark Sweeny, Founder and Chief Executive.

Tim Warner, Chairman of de Novo Solutions, said, “It is testament to the team, its relentless focus upon delivery excellence and the way we as a company go about our business that has struck a positive tone with the marketplace and our customers. We are now at the next stage of our growth as we begin to scale aggressively, ensuring that we maintain our values and the approach that has made us so successful to date in such a short period of time. Peter’s advice and guidance in this area will be vital to ensuring that we scale effectively whilst still delivering the goals we have set ourselves.”

Mark Sweeny, Founder and Chief Executive of de Novo Solutions, said, “We have experienced a year of exceptional growth, and as we enter our fourth year of trading, we are already in a position to double in size again. Our focus has always been on creating a sustainable business, and despite our growth we need to ensure we continue to manage and govern robustly. Peter’s appointment, leveraging his vast experience, will ensure that we scale in a sustainable way, ensuring we do not compromise on the high standards we set ourselves and our customers expect. I look forward to continuing to work with Peter as de Novo moves forward.”

Peter Jenkins, Non-Executive Director, said, “I am extremely excited to continue with the de Novo team, and it is great testament to both Mark and Tim as to what they achieved again together in such a short period of time. The business has built firm foundations over the past two years and is now in a position where it can scale in a sustainable way, without having to compromise on its delivery standards. The wider team’s knowledge of Oracle and ServiceNow and how these two technologies can be leveraged in the new era of the experience economy is something that truly sets this company apart and I look forward to what the next year brings.”

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Michelle Clelland
Marketing Experience Lead
de Novo Solutions
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LANGSTONE, South Wales — 29th May 2024 — de Novo Solutions, an award-winning Welsh digital transformation consultancy specialising in delivering personalised data-driven digital experiences across Finance, Procurement, HR, and Payroll functions, has been recognised for its exceptional growth by the prestigious Global Business Tech Awards.

Renowned for their expertise in navigating today’s experience economy and recognised as a highly trusted partner of Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow, de Novo Solutions stands at the forefront of digital transformation innovation. Since its launch in 2021, the company has successfully developed and introduced a range of new solutions to the market, including its industry cloud solutions ’Odyssea™’, for Central Government, Local Government and Secondary Education (Multi-Academy Trusts) and its next-generation managed services offering, ‘Value as a Service™‘ [VaaS™]. These innovations not only underscore the company’s commitment to pioneering cloud technology but also consistently raise the bar in digital transformation, driving the industry forward.

Dedicated to championing the best technology businesses from around the world, the Global Tech Business Awards celebrates success and innovation across 27 awards categories – ranging from Tech Company of the Year through to Tech for Good.

Having accelerated its turnover to £4.8 million in under 3 years, with £1m in recurring revenues, de Novo Solutions have achieved impressive growth since inception, while increasing its headcount to 65+ over the last year.

This latest accolade comes as de Novo Solutions celebrates its third year in business, with the forward-thinking consultancy already on track to accelerate revenue growth by over 100% again for its fourth year of trading.

Mark Sweeny, Founder and Chief Executive of de Novo Solutions, confirmed: “2024 has been an incredibly exciting year for de Novo Solutions, where our continued growth and development has been acknowledged by multiple industry and business accolades. To be recognised for our growth by such a prestigious and global award is a real testament to both our progression as a business and the hard work and dedication of our team. As such, I could not be prouder and I am incredibly excited to commence our 4th year in business in the knowledge we are already in a position to double our revenues again and continue to being able to invest locally in Wales as we build a great Welsh business, something the team is extremely proud of”.

Headquartered in Langstone, South Wales, de Novo Solutions boasts extensive experience in delivering innovation and generating value through tech and is the only digital consultancy to combine expertise in both Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow technologies.

LANGSTONE, South Wales — 24th May 2024 — de Novo Solutions, an award-winning leading Welsh digital transformation technology company specialising in the delivery of personalised data-driven digital experiences across Finance, Procurement, HR, and Payroll functions using Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow, proudly announces the promotion of Lisa Chamberlain to Head of Testing Services.

Lisa’s appointment underscores the company’s absolute commitment to driving excellence in testing practices. She will focus upon implementing industry-leading standards, leveraging advanced technologies, and instituting rigorous quality assurance protocols to deliver superior outcomes for clients, thereby enhancing overall satisfaction and project success.

In her capacity as former Senior Test Manager at de Novo, Lisa played a pivotal role in shaping and executing testing strategies, overseeing testing cycles, and ensuring the efficiency and quality of testing and release procedures. With over 16 years of experience in test management, Lisa brings a wealth of expertise to her new role, coupled with a diverse background in leading test teams and delivering high-quality solutions across various sectors and systems. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Test Management from the Swiss School of Business Research, focusing her research on test management and cloud implementations. Lisa’s extensive experience and leadership will enable the company to deliver even greater value to clients, ensuring that their digital transformation journeys are seamless, efficient, and successful.

Mark Sweeny, Founder and Chief Executive of de Novo Solutions, “We’re thrilled to share the news of Lisa’s promotion to the role of Head of Testing Services. Her promotion reflects her exceptional dedication and skills. Under Lisa’s leadership, we are taking our testing services to the next level, ensuring our clients have peace of mind, knowing their systems are rigorously tested and ready for success in today’s fast-moving digital world.”

Lisa Chamberlain, new Head of Testing Services, said, “I’m deeply honoured to step into this role at de Novo. In my career, I’ve seen how crucial rigorous testing is for digital transformations to succeed. By championing excellence in our testing practices, we not only uphold the integrity of our solutions but also instil confidence in our clients, empowering them to embrace innovation with certainty. I’m thrilled to be leading our amazing team in delivering solutions that not only meet but surpass our clients’ expectations, delivering real value and transformative results.”

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Michelle Clelland
Marketing Experience Lead
de Novo Solutions
michelle.clelland@de-novo-solutions.com

LANGSTONE, South Wales — 9th May 2024 — Multi-award winning, Welsh-based digital transformation technology consultancy, de Novo Solutions, is delighted to announce that it has been named Wales’ “Digital Start-Up of the Year” at the prestigious 2024 UK StartUp Awards. The award is a significant milestone for de Novo Solutions and firmly places the company in an elite category as one of the UK’s best start-ups whilst promoting Wales as a hotbed of digital technology innovation.

This news follows a thrilling year of expansion for the “Experience Economy” consultancy, as it solidifies its position as one of the UK’s most rapidly expanding technology firms.

The Company’s success has been built upon its knowledge and implementation expertise of Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow technologies, as well as uptake of its self-developed market offerings. These include next-generation managed services support, ‘Value as a Service™’ [VaaS™] and Odyssea™, an innovative industry cloud solution designed to meet the needs of a range of sectors including Central and Local Government, Health, and Secondary Education – Multi-Academy Trusts.

As part of its global growth strategy, de Novo Solutions earlier this year revealed the opening of a new development centre in Chennai, India to further drive the development of its industry cloud solutions and increase its delivery and support capabilities.

As a regional winner in their category, de Novo Solutions will now progress to the UK StartUp Awards final being held at Ideas Fest on the 12th of September, dubbed ‘the Glastonbury for Entrepreneurs’.

In response to de Novo Solutions winning Wales’ “Digital Start-Up of the Year”, Mark Sweeny, Founder and Chief Executive of de Novo Solutions, stated:

“We are incredibly honoured and thrilled to receive this award. It’s a testament to the hard work and innovative spirit of our amazing team and demonstrates the opportunities that are available in Wales as we continue to build a great Welsh technology company. The award reinforces our continued commitment to driving transformative change and delivering exceptional value to our clients in partnership with both Oracle and ServiceNow. We are excited about the journey ahead as we continue to push the boundaries of technology and make a real difference for our customers.”

Headquartered in Langstone, Wales, de Novo Solutions now employs a team of over 50 business and technical digital transformation specialists, experiencing a 50% growth in headcount over the last 12 months.

UK StartUp Awards

The UK StartUp Awards is run by the founders of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards (an established programme nationally receiving thousands of applications annually and the UK Fast Growth 50 Index (which recognises the fastest growing firms across the nations and regions of the UK).

The UK StartUp Awards recognises the achievements of those amazing individuals who have had a great idea, spotted the opportunity and taken the risks to launch a new product or service. There are over 30 categories that can be entered ranging from consumer products to mobile technologies to social enterprises, demonstrating the depth and variety of entrepreneurial talent in the UK.

After extending across the whole of the United Kingdom last year, all of the category winners from each ten nations and regions at the UK national final on September 12th, 2024 at Ideas Fest (www.ideasfest.uk).

Full details of all of the category winners can be found at www.startupawards.uk.

LANGSTONE, South Wales — 25th March 2024 — de Novo Solutions, a leading Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow digital transformation consultancy based in Langstone, South Wales, has announced the relocation and expansion of its Guildford satellite office premises to 1 Bell Court on Leapale Lane. The move to this prime central-office location reflects de Novo’s commitment to growth and innovation following several recent contract wins.

Launched in 2021, de Novo Solutions is a specialist SME digital technology consultancy which has honed a niche in the experience economy by ‘re-imagining the world of work’ through the delivery of data driven personalised experiences over standardised business processes using Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow technologies.

The company has secured the top floor of 1 Bell Court through a 5-year lease, encompassing 2,000 square feet of office space, comprising Board room, offices and break-out areas designed and reflecting the company’s reputation for creativity and innovation in design. This strategic move represents positions de Novo for continued success as it builds it delivery capability across the UK, attracting both local talent and customers in the process.

Tara Dewar, Chief Operating Officer, de Novo Solutions, said, “We have had a very strong year with record turnover alongside significant investments in our office infrastructure. The recent addition of our first overseas development centre in Chennai, India and now the relocation to 1 Bell Court in Guildford are crucial steps in achieving our growth objectives. The new office perfectly aligns with de Novo’s brand and values as a modern, inclusive, ambitious, and collaborative tech consultancy and we are excited to be writing this new chapter in the de Novo story.”

To accommodate current and future growth, de Novo Solutions is now moving its Guildford-based satellite office from Parallel House into a vast 2,000 sqft space to establish a true tech hub in the South-East of England.

Headquartered in Langstone, South Wales, de Novo Solutions boasts extensive experience in delivering innovation and generating value through tech and is the only SME digital consultancy to combine expertise in both Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow technologies.

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LANGSTONE, South Wales — 20th March 2024 — Leading Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow digital transformation consultancy, de Novo Solutions, has been recognised for its impressive growth, having secured the ‘Exceptional Performance of the Year Award’ at the prestigious Elite Business Top 100 Awards.

Headquartered in Newport, South Wales, de Novo Solutions is at the forefront of digital transformation innovation in the experience economy, having successfully developed and introduced a range of new solutions to market since in its official launch in 2021, including its next generation managed services offering, ‘Value as a Service™’ [VaaS™] for Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow applications.

In February 2024, the digital transformation consultancy was ranked 7th amongst the UK’s Top 100 small-to-medium sized enterprises [SMEs] by Elite Business, in recognition of its remarkable sales and growth metrics, commitment to technological innovation, and active involvement in community engagement initiatives.

All 100 businesses listed were invited to attend a prestigious awards ceremony in London on 13th of March 2024, where de Novo Solutions joined the crème de la crème of the UK SME community.

Here, the fast-growing digital consultancy won the ‘Exceptional Performance of the Year Award’ in recognition of its impressive growth, having accelerated turnover to £4.8 million in under 3 years, with £1m in recurring revenues, and increased headcount to 65+ over the last 12 months alone – marking an exceptional third year in business.

Scott English, Brand Director at Elite Business, shares his enthusiasm for de Novo Solutions, stating, “This brand is the future in the world of digital transformation, particularly in Finance, Procurement, HR, and Payroll solutions. You can see such a great team of passionate individuals who share a commitment to innovation and a vision for the future of work. Great to see such a fast-growing, award-winning company full of purpose giving back to the local economy and community. They are true pioneers in their industry, what an exciting company to be involved with for the future.”

Discussing this prestigious accolade, Mark Sweeny, Founder and Chief Executive of de Novo Solutions, said: “Over the last 12 months, the de Novo Solutions team has worked incredibly hard to develop new and innovative solutions that deliver true value to our growing client base. We were delighted to be ranked amongst the top 10 SMEs in February, but to be recognised for our dedication and hard work in winning the ‘Exceptional Performance of the Year’ Award is a true honour and something we are incredibly proud of. We now look forward to building on this success for a bigger and better 2024.”

For more information about the EB100 awards, please visit: Top 100 awards celebrate the best in small business – Elite Business Magazine

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LANGSTONE, South Wales — 5th March 2024 — Mark Sweeny, the visionary founder and chief executive of leading Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow digital transformation consultancy de Novo Solutions, has been honoured with a prestigious award at this year’s Business Consultancy Awards. A serial tech entrepreneur, Mark was named as the winner in the ‘Industry Leader in UK Business Consultancy’ category, recognising his outstanding leadership and pioneering efforts in driving transformative change within the industry whilst promoting the Welsh Technology scene.

Judges were impressed by Mark’s forward-thinking vision and strategic decision to harness the power of Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow technologies in creating industry cloud solutions for Government, Local Government and Multi-Academy Trusts in the Education sector, positioning de Novo as the only SME organisation in the UK to date to do so. The panel also commended the significant growth achieved by the business under Mark’s leadership, alongside the innovative service offerings and initiatives he has spearheaded, including the introduction of their transformative solutions, Odyssea™ and Value as a Service™:

• Odyssea™ represents a revolutionary industry cloud solution developed by the company, signifying a transformative approach to Oracle Cloud implementation. It provides rapid deployment, pre-configured industry-aligned processes, and a streamlined three-step methodology.
• Value as a Service™ provides next-gen managed cloud support, ensuring clients enjoy continuous improvement and success, comprehensive managed service support, and a measured approach to tracking digital transformation value.

Speaking about the win, Mark said: “I’m delighted to have been named among the winners at this year’s Business Consultancy Awards. This achievement is not only hugely significant for me personally but is also a great validation of all the hard work and dedication that the de Novo team has put into making the business the amazing success that it is today. This recognition further underscores our collective commitment to driving positive change and delivering exceptional results for our clients, whilst promoting the many benefits of the Welsh technology ecosystem”.

For more information about the awards, please visit: Business Awards UK.

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LANGSTONE, South Wales — 13th February 2024 — Leading Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow digital transformation consultancy, de Novo Solutions, has been awarded the Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation. This accreditation reaffirms de Novo’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cybersecurity and ensuring the utmost protection for its clients’ sensitive data.

Cyber Essentials, established by the National Cyber Security Centre, is a globally recognised certification, indicating that an organisation has implemented essential cybersecurity controls to protect against common cyber threats. This accreditation involves a rigorous assessment of an organisation’s IT infrastructure, covering areas such as firewalls, secure configuration, access control, malware protection, and patch management.

Its second-tier accreditation, Cyber Essentials Plus, requires a business to undergo a more extensive analysis of an organisation’s security measures. This includes comprehensive assessments such as a vulnerability scan and penetration testing by an independent approved third party. Achieving this accreditation offers additional assurance to customers, partners and suppliers that their systems and data are highly secure.

For de Novo’s clients, this advanced accreditation offers several key benefits:

Enhanced Security — Clients can have confidence that de Novo has implemented robust cybersecurity measures to protect their sensitive information from cyber threats.
Compliance Assurance — Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation demonstrates de Novo’s compliance with industry-recognised cybersecurity standards, providing assurance to clients and stakeholders.
Reduced Risk — By partnering with a Cyber Essentials Plus accredited organisation, clients can reduce their exposure to cyber risks and vulnerabilities, safeguarding their reputation and business continuity.
Peace of Mind — Clients can focus on their core business activities with the peace of mind that comes from knowing their cybersecurity needs are in capable hands.

As cyber threats continue to evolve and become increasingly sophisticated, cybersecurity remains a top priority for organisations across all industries. de Novo’s attainment of Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation reaffirms its commitment to staying ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the highest levels of protection for its clients.

Ian Carline, Chief Technology and Data Protection Officer of de Novo Solutions, confirmed: “This achievement is a testament to our unwavering commitment to cybersecurity excellence. By obtaining Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation, we are reinforcing our commitment to protecting our clients’ valuable data and ensuring the highest standards of security across our operations. We are now currently working towards ISO 27001 certification and are making excellent progress. We eagerly anticipate announcing its completion very soon. This milestone will further assure our clients of our efforts to protect their data and ensure seamless business continuity.”

Since its official launch in 2021, de Novo Solutions has successfully developed and introduced a range of new solutions to market. This includes its next generation managed services offering, ‘Value as a Service™’ [VaaS™] for Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow applications. Additionally, the company has introduced its innovative industry cloud solutions, Odyssea™, driven by Oracle Cloud and designed to meet the needs of a range of sectors such as Local, Central Government and the Higher Education Sector – Multi-Academy Trusts.

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Hannah Haffield
hhaffield@makemorenoise.co.uk
0121 594 0712 / 07939 468 567

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