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\n About us <\/h1>\n\n

\n What makes Ideal stand out? <\/h2>\n \n

\n Ideal started as an independent technology company, with one man (Mo) a desk, and a vision to give customers real business value through IT. \r\n\r\nOver 15+ years, Ideal has grown to be one of the UK\u2019s leading technology partners, working with big names like IKEA, Pizza Express, Battersea Power Station, Co-op Live, Twickenham and many others along the way. <\/p>\n \n

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15+years and counting<\/span><\/h3>\n

Moto Shakoori, Founder and CEO at Ideal looks back.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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#1Cisco Smart Buildings\/Venue Partner of the Year<\/span><\/h3>\n

EMEA UK & Ireland Winner.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\u201cIdeal have a strong ability to execute and manage complicated projects and have been a trusted technology partner in the success of Battersea…\u201d<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\u201cBy far the best vendor I\u2019ve ever dealt with. Ideal has always successfully and quickly resolved any issues that have risen.\u201d<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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66Floors at 22 Bishopsgate<\/span><\/h3>\n

We designed implemented and support the core network for the City\u2019s highest office block.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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8.5Outstanding Happiness Index<\/span><\/h3>\n

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\n Staying closer to our customers <\/h2>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n
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Our philosophy has always been to put ourselves in our customers shoes.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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We take time to really understand the issues you face and to know where the pain points are. We\u2019re not afraid to challenge the status quo to make things happen faster, better, more sustainably.<\/p>\n

From pre-sales to order, project management and delivery, we keep almost everything in-house, ensuring every detail is controlled to our exacting standards. Even our 24\/7\/365 Managed Services<\/span><\/a> are located here in our offices in Brighton, giving you the best possible support when they need it most.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\n Working as an extension of your team <\/h2>\n
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Whether you are at the initial phases of planning a Smart Building, upgrading networks or defending your organisation from evolving cyber threats, you\u2019ll find our experts are open, agile and collaborative. They\u2019ll work with your team to implement real-world practical solutions.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Endlessly curious <\/h2>\n
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Our engineers are curious about technology. Many are acknowledged experts in their chosen fields, constantly evaluating new technology, training with multiple vendors and speaking at industry forums. They\u2019ll bring that experience and energy to your IT challenges.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Fiercely independent <\/h2>\n
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Ideal is independent, working with a broad range of partners. That enables us to create solutions specifically tailored to your precise needs. Whether we\u2019re designing around your legacy IT, future-proofing a new pathway or working around restricted site availability, we\u2019ll deploy the right solution to agreed timescales.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Pride<\/h3>\n

We take immense pride in our work and the positive impact it has on transforming workplaces, efficiency and profitability for our customers; not just in what we do, but how we do it. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Relationships<\/h3>\n

We believe in the power of strong relationships \u2013 within our team, with our customers and throughout the broader community. We aim to ensure everyone feels supported and empowered. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Ambition<\/h3>\n

Ambition drives us to push boundaries, dream big, and innovate fearlessly. We invest heavily in our people, our training, and our leadership and encourage a culture of learning and growth.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\n Working across a broad range of sectors <\/h2>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n
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We work in some of the most demanding sectors with organisations of all sizes, including:<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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