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NCS IT are now a Member of the NWAA

Posted on 23 May 202420 June 2024
We are pleased to reveal that we are now a member of the NWAA - the North West Aerospace Alliance. The NWAA (North West Aerospace Alliance) is the professional trade association for all companies operating in the Aerospace, Defence and Space sectors and it’s supply chain in the North West…

All About Cyber Essentials

Posted on 9 May 20246 November 2024
This week, we’re going to explain what Cyber Essentials (CE) certification is and why it could be worth considering for your business. First of all, what is Cyber Essentials certification? Cyber Essentials is a government-backed scheme that lays out a set of policies and procedures that organisations can put in…

All About Passwords

Posted on 2 May 20242 May 2024
This week, we’re going to delve into the world of passwords. These essential security components play a crucial role in safeguarding our digital lives. What is a password? A password is a sequence of characters used to authenticate a user and grant access to a system or application. Typically, passwords are used in conjunction with…
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April 2024 Newsletter

Posted on 25 April 202425 April 2024
April 2024   Hello, Welcome to our April newsletter update. NCS IT is 30 30 years ago, technology as we know it today, wasn’t even a thought!   But 1994 was a momentous year for the tech industry, NCS IT began trading as NCS Support Services Ltd .   So…

Changes are Coming to Microsoft Teams

Posted on 18 April 202418 April 2024
We have been notified of some changes coming in the way Microsoft supplies their Teams software program, which is currently part of the Microsoft Office suite of programs. From later this year, you will have to purchase a Teams add on in addition to your other Microsoft 365 licenses. Why…

9 Reasons Why You Need To Back Up Your Microsoft 365

Posted on 11 April 202418 April 2024
While Microsoft 365 continues to gain market share, it is important to note that this platform does not provide out-of-the box backup and data recovery solutions. With the increase in frequency and severity of cyberattacks — especially ransomware — businesses face the real risk of unplanned downtime and potentially devastating…

NCS IT is 30!

Posted on 4 April 20244 April 2024
NCS IT is 30!   30 years ago, technology as we know it today, wasn’t even a thought! There were no smartphones, no Netflix and not even Google! But 1994 was a momentous year for the tech industry, the World Wide Web was just starting to be used more by…
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March 2024 Newsletter

Posted on 28 March 202425 April 2024
March 2024   Hello, Welcome to our March newsletter update. Supporting Salford Red Devils   We are happy to announce that in addition to our two NCS IT advertising boards pitch-side at Salford Red Devils matches, we are also one of the Salford Red Devils Ladies team shirt sponsors.  …

And the Good News Keeps on Coming!

Posted on 21 March 202421 March 2024
We are pleased to announce we have just received platinum partner status with Acronis who provide brilliant backup and recovery options for businesses of all sizes. We are the only platinum reseller in the north of England. The nearest ones are Birmingham and Nottingham. Carl Nelson, MD of NCS IT…

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Why choose NCS?

Based in the North West, we’re used to making IT simple for businesses of all sizes across the UK. Since 1994, our knowledgeable and professional team has been trusted by many well-known businesses to provide first-class support and advice.

Whether you’re after an IT strategy for your expanding business, a secure remote system for employees on the go, a new set up for your office or firewalls to keep vital assets protected from cyber criminals – we’re ready to help.

Latest News

  • 🔐 Shop Smart, Stay Cyber-Safe This festive Season!
    This week we’re looking at staying cyber-safe this festive season. As a managed services provider, we often talk about protecting your business from cyberthreats—but safeguarding your personal data ...
  • Unlocking the Full Potential of Microsoft Teams
    This week we’re looking at how you can use Microsoft Teams for more than just online meetings. When most people think of Microsoft Teams, they picture virtual meetings and video calls. But Teams is ...
  • How AI is Transforming Business – The Pros and Cons
    This week we’re looking at how AI is transforming businesses. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s here and it’s changing the way businesses operate. Tools like ...
  • October 2025 Newsletter
    Welcome to our October newsletter update. What can we learn from the AWS outage? Last week, Amazon Web Services (AWS) experienced one of its most disruptive outages in recent memory. Spanning over 15 ...
  • What can we learn from the AWS outage?
    This week we’re looking at the Amazon Web Services outage and what can be learned from it. What was the outage? Earlier this week, Amazon Web Services (AWS) experienced one of its most disruptive ...
  • Is Cloud Still King? Why some businesses are bringing IT back in-house
    This week, we’re asking a key question: is storing data in the cloud still the best option — or is it time to bring IT back in-house? Over the past few years, cloud computing has become the go-to ...
  • Why it’s time to replace your SSL-VPN with Zero Trust
    This week we’re looking at Secure Remote Access. It is evolving — is your business ready? Why SSL-VPN (Secure Sockets Layer – Virtual Private Network) is no longer enough Traditional SSL-VPNs ...
  • September 2025 Newsletter
    Welcome to our September newsletter update. Cyberattacks are on the rise! You may have seen in the news about Jaguar Land Rover being the latest “big-name” to be targeted in a cyberattack. There have ...
  • Stop Battling for Bandwidth – Take Control of your Internet Connection
    If broadband is slowing your business down, it’s time to stop sharing your internet connection with everyone else. When you’re using standard broadband connectivity, if the business next door ...
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