Focus Group, a provider of business technology solutions with offices across the UK, has acquired Silver Lining, a Hampshire-based Voice and IT reseller, as part of its ongoing strategy to expand its service portfolio, technical capabilities and market reach.
The latest acquisition marks a significant milestone in Focus Group’s journey to offer transformational solutions to businesses across the UK. The company is committed to delivering an unparalleled level of service, support and value to its customers through an integrated network of regional hubs.
Rhys Bailey, Chief Revenue Officer at Focus Group said: “We have developed a very considered approach to acquisitions over recent years, and carefully target the right businesses off-market. As a result, we’re delighted to welcome the brilliant team at Silver Lining on board. We have a shared commitment to developing a connected future, where businesses can use converged technologies to accelerate growth. To support this ambition, we’ll be drawing on the Silver Lining team’s technical capabilities to deliver a compelling portfolio of services across our combined customer base. Exciting times ahead!”
The owners of Silver Lining will remain pivotal to the future success of the group as shareholders, while the wider team will continue to deliver outstanding solutions and support from their established base in Fareham.
Allan Packer, Founder and Managing Director at Silver Lining commented: “Joining forces with Focus Group marks a milestone moment in our journey. From the outset, it was clear that the teams at Focus Group and Silver Lining share a common goal of delivering unparalleled value to our customers. This collaboration allows us to harness Focus Group’s vast resources whilst contributing our specialised expertise in cloud services.”
This integration marks Focus Group’s tenth acquisition this financial year. The acquisition also includes Atmoso, a channel-only provider specialising in managed cloud services and PCI compliance, whose addition will further accelerate Focus Group’s channel growth opportunities.
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