IT firm eyes growth down south

An Edinburgh-based IT and infrastructure consultancy that has worked with the likes of Kwik-fit, Total and the Scottish Government is eyeing further expansion south of the Border after opening an office in Manchester.

Farrpoint, which was founded in the Scottish capital more than a decade ago, is projecting an increase of almost 50 per cent in turnover by the end of March and has expanded its team by about a quarter to 15 employees.

It recently appointed two consultants, based in Manchester and Newcastle, to represent the business in the north of England, where it now targeting further growth following the launch of the new operation.

Andrew Muir, co-founder and director of Farrpoint, said: “Our new office in Manchester will be our base in the north of England as we continue to grow and work on new projects in this area.

“The region is a hotbed for technology start-ups and SMES, with hubs in both Manchester and Newcastle growing at a speed that rivals those based in Edinburgh and London.

“With our experience of working in tech hubs such as Edinburgh, our skill set and expertise will benefit growing businesses in the north of England.”

He added: “Following on from opening our office in London last year, and thanks to our recent growth, we have created two new roles and have plans to take on further staff as we continue to pick up business and projects south of the Border.”

The consultancy has worked on a number of high-profile projects with clients ranging from Kwik-fit and Clarks to thescottishgovernment,nhs and several city and county councils throughout the UK.