Microsoft 365 E7: The Frontier Suite – What’s Changing, Why It Matters and How to Prepare
Microsoft has officially announced Microsoft 365 E7: The Frontier Suite, marking a major leap forward in enterprise productivity, automation and AI. With general availability for both Microsoft 365 E7 and Microsoft Agent 365 set for May 1, 2026, business leaders now have the clarity needed to plan their next move. What’s what: Microsoft 365 E7 is the…
Read MoreHow Housing Associations Can Transform Tenant Experience with Modern OmniChannel CX
Written by Russell Hallam, CX Consultant at Espria In today’s housing landscape, tenants expect fast, seamless and personal interactions, no matter which channel they use. Phone, digital, web chat, video, email, messaging: it all needs to feel connected, consistent and effortless. But for many teams, the reality is different. Disconnected systems slow down responses, important information is buried across platforms and…
Read MoreToo Many Tools? Tech Overload is Emerging as a Hidden Threat to SME Productivity
SMEs and digital transformation: From promise to platform fatigue UK SMEs are embracing digital tools at speed, but fragmented adoption is creating inefficiencies and frustration. Discover why a strategic approach to integration is essential for sustainable growth. Too Many Tools? Tech Overload is Emerging as a Hid | RSS.com Digital transformation has become a defining…
Read MoreThe Traditional MSP Model is Failing Mid-Market Businesses and a Smarter Alternative is Emerging
Why the MSP model is broken – and what comes next Traditional Managed Service Providers no longer meet the needs of mid-sized businesses with strong internal IT teams. Discover why co-managed IT is emerging as the smarter, more strategic alternative. The Traditional MSP Model is Failing Mid-Market Bu | RSS.com For years, the Managed Service…
Read MoreBuilding a security-first framework against evolving cyberthreats
Written by Brian Sibley, Virtual CTO at Espria As the UK’s network and cloud security market evolves at an unprecedented pace, businesses face a barrage of sophisticated cyber threats and tightening regulations. Connectivity across business infrastructure has created an enormous attack surface for organisations of all sizes, meaning that cyber risk is undoubtedly a business…
Read MoreWhen IT operates in silos, businesses pay the price
The recent European airports cyberattack illustrates the systemic danger of siloed IT systems for organisations of all sizes. Businesses are investing more in digital technology than ever before, yet many are managing their IT services as disconnected pieces rather than as a single integrated entity. Connectivity, cloud, communications, print and security are often handled by separate providers, creating hidden inefficiencies and…
Read MoreIT Infrastructure is the hidden carbon culprit in the office and SMEs must change
Supply chain pressure, upcoming ESG regulation, and energy price volatility are forcing SMEs to prioritise IT sustainability, whether they’re ready or not. Sustainability is no longer a ‘nice to have’, it’s a business-critical necessity. From supply chain expectations to upcoming ESG reporting requirements, IT infrastructure is fast becoming a business-critical issue, yet many smaller organisations remain unprepared. With the UK legally committed…
Read MoreSMEs must re-architect the cloud with an effective MS Azure assessment, says Espria
UK leading managed services provider advises businesses to urgently assess MS Azure subscriptions to reduce costs and improve services. Staying abreast of the ever-evolving IT landscape is challenging, particularly as businesses strive to remain cost-conscious. Recent reports underscore the significant challenges faced by businesses. In late May 2025, over a three quarters (77%) of businesses with 10 or more employees reported that…
Read MoreOutgrowing your MSP; businesses need a provider that scales with their growth
To stay competitive, business leaders must align with MSPs that deliver strategic value, drive innovation, and support to scale. Now firmly into 2025, it’s becoming clear what the year has in store for the IT landscape. For SMBs, the message is clear: business growth must be matched with smarter, more scalable managed services. The demand…
Read MoreReimagining education: How AI is changing the way we teach, learn, and collaborate in schools
Technology has long been used by educators to support teaching and operations, facilitating staff with a wide range of platforms and resources. A particular tool that has sparked both controversy and curiosity is the inclusion of artificial intelligence (AI). A study by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, found that most teachers are reluctant to…
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