Overcoming strategic IT challenges

Organisations in all sectors are facing rising IT costs that don’t deliver matching value, years of underinvestment that’s piled up technical debt, limited ability to scale for change, and security risks from aging systems – challenges that need a clear, strategic response.

Comprehensive IT consultancy solutions

We bring cross-industry experience to evaluate your services and infrastructure from top to bottom, benchmarking against best practices and spot practical modernisation opportunities that tie IT transformation directly to real business results.

Contact our consultancy team on [email protected] to discuss your transformation requirements.

Key challenges and SCC solutions for consultancy

Programme recovery

Missed deadlines with no realistic recovery plan in sight, stakeholder confusion that’s killing confidence and mounting costs that aren’t delivering much value.

SCC solution: Programme recovery consultancy

An independent, evidence-based assessment that identifies where improvements are needed while leveraging what’s already working well, quickly getting goals and expectations back on track and rebuilding momentum through hands-on problem-solving.

  • Reduces risks and costs by addressing biggest risks first
  • Eliminates need for future rework and reduces technical debt
  • Delivers continuous knowledge transfer and capability building

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Change and adoption

Technology rollouts that aren’t delivering the value you expected. Poor user uptake after go-live, change programs that haven’t paid off and change fatigue that’s left people switched off.

SCC solution: Change and adoption consultancy

Experienced specialists run an independent review to make sure your technology delivers business results in the real world, driving the behavioural shifts, lasting engagement and measurable adoption you need.

  • Leverages deep behaviour-change expertise to achieve full adoption
  • Addresses the journey end-to-end, from leadership alignment to user engagement
  • Delivers tailored approaches aligned to your organisation’s culture

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Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

M&A deals held up by technical unknowns and IT risks. Incomplete due diligence that’s affecting valuations, legacy infrastructure creating integration headaches and separation challenges that could derail the entire transaction.

SCC solution: M&A Technical due diligence consultancy

Independent technical assessments that examine infrastructure, applications and data to give you the complete picture. We deliver the insights and execution needed for integration, separation or building greenfield environments, protecting deal value and keeping timelines on track.

  • Comprehensive technical due diligence that identifies risks before they become problems
  • End-to-end separation and integration support, from planning through execution
  • Dedicated A-team resources that big consultancies reserve for their largest clients

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AI exploitation

Uncertainty around AI adoption that’s holding back your competitive edge. No clear starting point, struggles to pin down total costs, picking the right solutions for your needs and building safe internal capabilities.

SCC solution: AI exploitation consultancy

A tailored approach that evaluates where you are now and fast-tracks safe AI adoption, tapping into SCC’s hands-on experience with consuming, configuring and creating AI solutions across different industries.

  • Access to SCC AI specialists across multiple technology teams
  • A clear, actionable roadmap for capability development and solution adoption
  • Improved strategic visibility and traceability to manage outcomes

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Business-IT strategy (As-is /To-be)

Technology investments that don’t match up with business goals. IT costs spiralling without delivering equivalent benefits, years of underinvestment piling up technical debt and limited scalability that’s slowing down organisational agility.

SCC solution: IT strategy alignment consultancy

Practical strategies, roadmaps, and recommendations that get IT working in sync with business priorities, delivering both quick wins and long-term objectives.

  • Cost savings through better allocation and targeted investment
  • Higher productivity by focusing resources on high-value activities
  • Greater agility to innovate and respond to opportunities

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Digital Workplace transformation

Legacy systems holding back workforce productivity and collaboration. Outdated infrastructure that can’t handle hybrid work, inefficient device management and poor user experience that’s hitting morale and efficiency hard.

SCC solution: Digital Workplace consultancy

A strategic assessment and modernisation of workplace technology that enables secure collaboration, productive workflows and consistent user experiences across hybrid environments.

  • Enhanced productivity with modern workplace platforms
  • Improved security posture with enterprise-grade controls
  • Streamlined operations that reduce management overhead

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Infrastructure modernisation

Technical debt and legacy constraints preventing innovation. Aging infrastructure increasing security exposure, performance bottlenecks reducing productivity and limited support for modern applications and cloud.

SCC solution: infrastructure consultancy

Independent assessments to identify modernisation options, migration paths and implementation roadmaps, establishing secure, scalable and cost-effective foundations.

  • Lower operating costs through infrastructure optimisation
  • Stronger security with up-to-date protection capabilities
  • Scalability that supports current and future business needs

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Insights and resources

SCC named as a supplier on NHS SBS Digital Workplace Solutions 2 Framework

SCC named as a supplier on NHS SBS Digital Workplace Solutions 2 Framework

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SCC named as supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Multifunctional Devices and Managed Print Services framework

SCC named as supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Multifunctional Devices and Managed Print Services framework

European technology solutions and services provider SCC has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) Multifunctional Devices, GovPrint Hardware, Managed Print Provision and Digital Workflow Software Services framework (RM6361). SCC is named on the following Lots, further extending its footprint as a supplier to public sector organisations: • Lot 2: Provision of…

Client-Centric Law: How Tech is Redefining Legal Service Delivery

Client-Centric Law: How Tech is Redefining Legal Service Delivery

In an era where convenience, speed, and transparency are paramount, UK law firms are undergoing a quiet revolution. The traditional, paper-heavy, face-to-face model of legal service is giving way to a more agile, client-focused approach – powered by digital technology. The Shift to Client-Centricity Historically, legal services were structured around the needs of the firm….

Better Together: Why Cisco and Microsoft Make Sense for Modern UCC

Better Together: Why Cisco and Microsoft Make Sense for Modern UCC

The False Choice Between Cisco or Microsoft Unified communications doesn’t need to be a binary choice. Many organisations have historically tried to simplify their estates by choosing a single vendor for unified communications and collaboration (UCC)—but that often sacrifices flexibility and capability. In today’s connected enterprise, SCC supports a dual-vendor strategy that leverages Cisco and…

Meeting Intelligence: Where Microsoft 365 Copilot delivers its greatest impact

Meeting Intelligence: Where Microsoft 365 Copilot delivers its greatest impact

Cost-effective, cloud-based device management that transforms productivity, visibility and security Microsoft’s AI assistant, Copilot, has seen remarkable adoption since its launch, with official statistics showing daily usage almost doubling every three months. As its capabilities expand across the Microsoft 365 suite, organisations continue to discover new productivity possibilities. However, many organisations have become fixated on…

On Demand: Adopting M365 Copilot: Tips and Tricks

On Demand: Adopting M365 Copilot: Tips and Tricks

Many organisations are going through an evaluation period and assessing their impact of Copilot for Microsoft 365. Are you leaving adoption to chance or are you truly driving a change agenda? In this quick webinar recording, we cover off some “tips & tricks” around Copilot utilisation. If you are an organisation still building a business…

Why choose SCC?

SCC combines 50 years of delivery experience with broad technical expertise, working alongside internal teams to build buy-in and manage risk. We scale from targeted support to fully managed services, using cross-industry insight to de-risk and accelerate transformation for public sector and enterprise organisations.

Proven expertise

Subject-matter experts across all IT disciplines, providing the coverage required for complex change.

Agility and flexibility

Rapid mobilisation and credible recovery plans, evidenced by delivery across multiple sectors

Trusted partnerships

Long-term relationships with customer, technical and business stakeholders to sustain value beyond a single project.

What our customers say

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“The most impressive part of the partnership so far is, is that word actually: partnership. SCC provides a huge array of services but what’s impressed me is a willingness to want to understand the services that are really going to make a difference to us.”

Justin Parsons,
Group Technology Director,
OCS 

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“SCC were able to come in, immediately assured us that they understood what the problem we had was. Immediately provided a solution for us, which worked fantastically and just, what can I say, it was a joy to work with them from beginning to the end.”

Lee Corns,
IT Manager,
Senior Aerospace Weston

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What AI consultancy services does SCC provide?

We assess your AI readiness, and create a plan to prove the value of AI – and then productionise it within your business.

How does SCC approach programme recovery for failed IT initiatives?

SCC runs an independent review to identify the critical improvements, build on what already works and quickly realign goals, maximising return on investment through focused problem-solving.

What makes SCC’s consultancy different from large consulting firms?

Depth of specialist talent across IT disciplines, flexibility to respond at pace and a partnership model that scales from targeted support to managed services, avoiding transactional engagements.

How does SCC ensure successful technology adoption and change management?

Our Change and Adoption service prioritises behaviour change, ongoing engagement and measurable adoption so that technology delivers outcomes, not just deployments.

How can SCC help align IT strategy with business objectives?

We benchmark against best practice and deliver strategies that bring technology and business goals together, so investment and effort are focused where they create value.

Meet our Consultation Team

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Gareth Baker

Head of Consultancy

Gareth leads SCC’s consulting practice – helping clients drive competitive advantage through technology.

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Transform your organisation with expert IT consultancy services.
Contact SCC today on [email protected] to discuss your strategic requirements.

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The SCC Advantage

SCC serves as a strategic partner in navigating complex IT landscapes, offering integrated support across communication, collaboration, security, and cloud environments. Explore how our expertise enables organisations to implement lasting, efficient solutions at every stage of transformation.

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