IT support firm pushes into Dundee after agreeing new collaboration
“Having worked with businesses in the area for many years, I understand the challenges they face around IT, cybersecurity and the pace of technological change” – Callum Scobie
An IT support specialist is continuing its expansion across Scotland after opening an operation in Dundee with a push into Edinburgh also under consideration.
The latest move will give Ayr-headquartered Innovec a permanent presence in Dundee as it targets businesses across Tayside and the North-east.
Innovec, which was founded in 2009, will operate from the Bell Street office of the TC Group of accountants and business advisors, led by regional director Callum Scobie.
Iain Wham, chief executive of Innovec, said: “Technology may allow more support to be delivered remotely, but our experience is that businesses still place enormous value on having trusted specialists who understand their organisation and are available locally when they are needed.
“That is particularly important in areas such as cybersecurity, cloud technology and AI, where businesses increasingly need strategic advice as well as day-to-day technical support.
“Dundee and the wider Tayside region has a vibrant and diverse business community and we see significant opportunities to build a strong local team here,” he added.
The firm’s primary focus is providing IT support to businesses ranging from ten to 100 or so users. The company, which also has a branch in Glasgow, is eyeing further expansion into Edinburgh and other locations in Scotland.
Scobie, who has extensive experience of working with business owners, boards and senior management teams across Dundee and Tayside, said: “I am really excited about the opportunity to establish and grow Innovec’s presence in Dundee. Having worked with businesses in the area for many years, I understand the challenges they face around IT, cybersecurity and the pace of technological change.”
Scobie was, for several years, the IT lead for former city accountancy practice MMG Chartered Accountants, which is now part of TC Group.
He added: “Innovec has built an excellent reputation for combining technical expertise with personal service. I am looking forward to bringing that approach to Dundee and helping businesses make the most of technologies including Microsoft 365, cloud computing, cyber security and AI.”
Innovec plans to grow its Dundee operation to a dedicated team of at least three to four support engineers.
The expansion has been developed in collaboration with TC Group’s Dundee partners, reflecting a shared belief in the importance of combining specialist expertise with strong local relationships, according to Wham.
He said: “Innovec will remain a specialist IT business while working alongside TC Group in Bell Street, giving businesses access to complementary professional and technology expertise where appropriate.”
Paul Crichton, partner at TC Group in Dundee, said: “We see this as a really positive development for our clients and for the wider business community.
“Technology, cybersecurity and AI are becoming increasingly important issues for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Businesses need access to specialist advice, but they also value working with people they know and trust who understand the local business environment.
“Innovec shares that approach, and having Callum leading their Dundee operation provides a great combination of local knowledge and specialist IT expertise.
“We are delighted to welcome the Innovec team into our Bell Street office,” he added.
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