Energy and utilities
Energy and utilities:Digital transformation for sustainable energy operations
The energy and utilities sector faces unprecedented transformation pressures, from achieving net zero targets by 2050 to implementing cyber resilience strategies under evolving regulations. SCC delivers comprehensive technology solutions designed to support decarbonisation, digitalisation and enhanced customer value delivery across the power and water sectors.
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The realities facing energy organisations
Energy and utilities providers must navigate complex operational challenges while maintaining critical infrastructure security and meeting ambitious climate commitments. Rising cyber threats, particularly against the UK’s energy sector which accounts for 24% of all UK cyber incidents, demand robust security-by-design approaches alongside digital transformation initiatives.
Technology solutions that enable sector transformation
SCC supports energy and utilities organisations through comprehensive digital transformation programmes that address operational efficiency, regulatory compliance and customer experience improvements. With over 50 years of experience serving the UK energy sector, we provide end-to-end solutions spanning cloud services, cyber security, digital workplace and value-added reseller services.
Customer Success: United Utilities has maintained an 18-year partnership with SCC, leveraging our services across 3,000 laptops, 2,000 desktops and over 600 rugged devices for field engineers, ensuring seamless operations across all locations.
Key challenges and SCC solutions in energy and utilities
Insights and resources
How energy and utilities businesses can meet ESG demands
The energy and utilities sector has a major part to play in helping the world combat the effects of climate change. The good news is that the industry is responding well to the challenge: in 2022, 28% of the world’s total power requirement was fulfilled by renewable energy. However, there is still plenty of work…
Energy and Utilities
Innovation Island
Welcome to Innovation Island During their 2023 annual voyage, Innovation Island was discovered by SCC with the help of its open-source partner, Red Hat. Here SCC and Red Hat found a home for three of their products; Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Red Hat OpenShift, and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform. Come and discover the endless…
Energy and Utilities
How to implement a programme of continuous digital automation
With the universal need for businesses to operate more and more parts of their business at increasing speed, automation has become the cornerstone of every good digital transformation strategy. And there’s no doubt that opportunities for digital automation are all around us – to make the execution of tasks quicker, cheaper, more efficient and more…
Energy and Utilities
Dell Technologies Awards SCC Breakthrough Partner of the Year
Dell Technologies Awards SCC Breakthrough Partner of the Year at the Dell Partner Summit Awards SCC is delighted to be awarded Breakthrough Partner of the Year at the Dell Partner Summit and Awards, which recognised top performing partners and celebrated growth at the prestigious Savoy in London. Mark Russell, Dell Partner Alliance Manager at…
Energy and Utilities
DVaaS and the circular economy
The British Government has a target of a 68% reduction of emissions by 2030 and by 78% by 2035. Its goal is for net-zero emissions by 2050. Just as the Government has outlined its net zero ambition, corporate organisations are setting ambitious targets for reducing their carbon footprint and increasing sustainability. One of the biggest…
Energy and Utilities
How DVaaS can help harmonise your boardroom
When it comes to refreshing IT equipment, organisations who pay cash for tech assets are often bound by the balance sheet, as Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) and Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) clash on what is an appropriate length of time for a refresh cycle. “Is it still working?” “Yes.” “Good. Let’s talk in 12 months.”…
Energy and Utilities
Why choose SCC? Your strategic partner in energy transformation
SCC combines deep sector expertise with comprehensive technology capabilities, serving energy and utilities organisations for over five decades. Our integrated approach addresses the interconnected challenges of decarbonisation, digitalisation and customer value delivery through proven methodologies and strategic partnerships. As Europe’s largest independent technology company, we provide the scale, expertise and long-term commitment required for critical infrastructure transformation.
Sector specialisation
Our dedicated energy and utilities practice delivers tailored solutions based on real-world understanding of operational challenges, regulatory requirements and industry transformation pressures facing power and water sector organisations.
Proven track record
Long-standing partnerships with major utilities demonstrate our ability to support mission-critical operations, with case studies spanning infrastructure modernisation, cyber security implementation and digital workplace transformation across the sector.
End-to-end capability
Comprehensive service portfolio spanning digital workplace, cloud services, cyber security and value-added reselling enables single-partner delivery of complex transformation programmes without vendor fragmentation risks.
Frameworks and accreditations
CREST SOC accreditation
Internationally recognised security operations centre standards for cyber threat detection, response and management practices.
Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA)
Top 1% global status for managed extended detection and response services with dedicated Microsoft funding access.
Public Sector Frameworks
SCC can offer choice and reassurance around your procurement compliance. We hold a position on over 30 frameworks for the Public Sector, including having top revenue spots for many of these.
For more information Frameworks – SCC UK
ISO 27001, 9001, 14001
Quality management and information security standards certification covering all SCC operations and service delivery.
Cyber essentials plus
Highest-level certification within the UK government cyber security scheme for robust threat protection measures.
PSN connectivity
Public Services Network certification enabling secure connectivity to government and critical infrastructure networks.
What our energy and utilities customers say
“We have had a long-standing relationship with SCC and they have become our trusted partner for the provision and management of our end-user devices, including those critical devices that are used by our field engineers. The entire lifecycle process is seamless from the placement of order to delivery to the end-users by onsite SCC staff. Their friendly approach and continued ‘can do’ attitude aligns with our ethos and values.”
Sarah Yates,
Customer Services Manager,
United Utilities PLC
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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The SCC Advantage
SCC serves as a strategic partner in navigating complex IT landscapes, offering integrated support across digital workplaces, data and AI requirements, enterprise software management, infrastructure and cloud environments. Explore how our expertise enables organisations to implement lasting, efficient solutions at every stage of transformation.
Unlock the power of AI
Unlock the power of AI with integrated solutions designed for any organisation, no matter where you are on your transformation journey. Discover how our AI services help you streamline operations, improve decision-making, and achieve lasting impact, all with a flexible, secure and vendor-neutral approach. See how we provide support from strategy through deployment, so your business can innovate with confidence and future-readiness.
Flexible payment solutions
SCC’s payment solutions provide organisations with flexible, data-driven options to invest in technology without the constraints of upfront capital. Examine how our approach balances operational agility, asset management, and financial stewardship for sustainable outcomes.
SCC Consultancy
SCC’s Consultancy Practice helps customers align their tech strategy with their business strategy – enabling your business and driving ROI. Our consultants support you on your journey, specialising in: AI, M&A, Programme Recovery, Application Transformation, and Change & Adoption.