BE-IT Projects Ltd

DevOps-as-a-Service

Be-ITs DevOps service for government clients integrates development and operations to streamline and accelerate the delivery of software and services. By adopting agile methodologies, automation, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices, we enhance collaboration, efficiency, and security, ensuring that digital services meet the dynamic needs of public sector stakeholders.

Features

• Rapid deployment, teams become operational quickly to accelerate project timelines.
• Expertise in cutting-edge DevOps tools and practices
• Flexible team scaling, adjustable team size based on project needs
• CI/CD implementation, establishes continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines.
• Automation of processes, automates repetitive tasks for efficiency and accuracy.
• Security integration, embeds security practices into the software development lifecycle.
• Expert management of cloud-based services and resources.
• Performance monitoring, continuous monitoring for performance optimization and issue detection.
• Fostering a culture of collaboration between development and operations.
• Knowledge transfer, mentoring and sharing expertise with in-house staff

Benefits

• Accelerating digital transformation, quickly implementing modern software delivery methodologies.
• Ensures cutting-edge competence, latest DevOps strategies and technologies.
• Flexibility to scale efforts as projects evolve.
• Enhancing software quality, faster releases with fewer errors.
• Reducing manual workload, frees up staff for strategic tasks.
• Strengthening security posture, proactive security measures reduce vulnerabilities.
• Optimises costs, efficient resource use lowers operational expenses.
• Improving service availability, minimizes downtime with proactive monitoring.
• Boosting cross-functional collaboration, breaks down silos between departments.
• Building internal capabilities, equipping internal teams, new skills and practices.

£350 to £1,200 a unit a day

• Education pricing available

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need versions of these documents in a more accessible format, email the supplier at Nikola.Kelly@be-it.co.uk. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.

Framework

G-Cloud 14

Service ID

302413410572292

Contact

Nikola Kelly
07709025143
Nikola.Kelly@be-it.co.uk

Planning

• Planning service: Yes
• How the planning service works: All Be-ITs services are designed to complement each other to enable effective implementation of cloud hosting or software services. Cloud Discover, Architecture, PPM, PMO, Business Analysis, Cloud Deployment and DevOps working as a full service team or discrete teams / work packages. We always commence with a comprehensive analysis of current IT infrastructure, business needs, and goals. Evaluating existing hardware, software, and workflows to identify requirements and constraints. Next, focus on architecture by determining the most suitable cloud model (public, private, or hybrid) and service model (IaaS, PaaS, or SaaS) based on the analysis. Consider scalability, security, compliance, and cost-effectiveness to ensure the architecture aligns with the strategic objectives. Following the architectural planning, proceed with solutions design. This phase involves creating a detailed plan for the cloud deployment, including the selection of cloud providers, services, and technologies that meet the specific needs. Design considerations include data migration strategies, integration with existing systems, security measures, disaster recovery plans, and provision of a clear roadmap for implementation and scaling. Throughout this process, we maintain open communication ensuring the solution is tailored to specific business requirements, providing the flexibility and scalability to adapt to future changes.
• Planning service works with specific services: No

Training

• Training service provided: No

Setup and migration

• Setup or migration service available: Yes
• How the setup or migration service works: Be-ITs full service offering helps public sector buyers in migrating to the cloud or transitioning between cloud services. It’s critical to start with a comprehensive business analysis. This involves understanding the unique regulatory, compliance, and security requirements that public sector entities must adhere to. Identifying these requirements early helps in tailoring the cloud architecture to meet these stringent standards while ensuring operational efficiency and data protection. The architecture phase should focus on designing a scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructure. This involves selecting the right cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment models (public, private, hybrid, community) that align with the public sector's needs. Consideration of interoperability, data sovereignty, and disaster recovery planning is paramount. Integrating a Project Management Office (PMO) approach is crucial for overseeing the migration process. The PMO ensures that the project aligns with strategic objectives, stays on schedule, and remains within budget. It also facilitates communication between technical teams and stakeholders, manages risks, and ensures that the migration process is smooth and efficient. By combining thorough business analysis, careful architectural planning, and effective project management, public sector buyers can achieve a successful cloud migration.
• Setup or migration service is for specific cloud services: No

Quality assurance and performance testing

• Quality assurance and performance testing service: Yes
• How the quality assurance and performance testing works: Be-ITs performance testing and quality assurance (QA) process for public sector cloud migration is pivotal to ensuring migration meets performance benchmarks and compliance standards. It begins with defining clear performance goals and metrics aligning with regulatory requirements and service level agreements (SLAs). These metrics typically include load time, response time under various loads, data integrity, security vulnerability detection, and system resilience. The next step involves the creation of testing environment that closely mirrors the production environment in the cloud. This includes setting up test cases that simulate real-world usage scenarios, including peak load and stress conditions. Automated testing tools are utilised to execute these test cases, providing consistent and repeatable results. Throughout the testing phase, performance data is collected and analyzed to identify any bottlenecks, inefficiencies, or security vulnerabilities. These findings lead to iterative adjustments in the cloud configuration, optimisation of resources, and refinement of security measures. Finally, quality assurance ensures that all migration activities comply with public sector standards, policies, and procedures. This involves rigorous documentation, audit trails, and adherence to best practices in cloud deployment and data governance. The end goal is a seamless, secure, and efficient cloud environment that meets the public sector's operational and compliance demands.

Security testing

• Security services: Yes
• Security services type:
  • Security strategy
  • Security risk management
  • Security design
  • Cyber security consultancy
  • Security audit services

Ongoing support

• Ongoing support service: No

Service scope

• Service constraints: None

User support

• Email or online ticketing support: No
• Phone support: Yes
• Phone support availability: 9 to 5 (UK time), Monday to Friday
• Web chat support: No
• Support levels: Be-IT Project's core hours of service are 9.00am – 6.00pm, Monday to Friday. Your account management team will be available between 8:00am and 8:00pm to offer additional support, and answer any questions that you might have about our engagement with you. Full contact details for your account management team will be provided as part of our onboarding process at the start of our contract with you.

Resellers

• Supplier type: Not a reseller

Staff security

• Staff security clearance: Conforms to BS7858:2019
• Government security clearance: Up to Developed Vetting (DV)

Standards and certifications

• ISO/IEC 27001 certification: No
• ISO 28000:2007 certification: No
• CSA STAR certification: No
• PCI certification: No
• Cyber essentials: Yes
• Cyber essentials plus: Yes
• Other security certifications: No

Social Value

• Social Value:

  Social Value

  • Fighting climate change
  • Covid-19 recovery
  • Tackling economic inequality
  • Equal opportunity
  • Wellbeing

  Fighting climate change

  Be-IT Projects implements green IT strategies, reducing carbon footprints by leveraging cloud computing and promoting telecommuting to minimise travel emissions. We invest in energy-efficient office spaces and encourage the use of renewable energy sources, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impact. Be-IT’s Carbon Reduction Projects include developing the following initiatives that will support the company’s strategies to meet Science Based Targets: Net Zero Nation Accelerator 1. Be-IT have joined the Net Zero Nation Accelerator on a 12month program to measure, manage and reduce business emissions in collaboration with other organisations and as part of a wider business initiative. Employee engagement 2. We will ensure all the team are aware of this report and their impact on the emissions of the business. 3. We will create opportunities for all the team to contribute to ideas and to reduce emissions. Renewable Energy Transition 4. Begin a transition towards renewable energy for our offices and look at incentives for our employees to transition their houses to renewable energy. Energy Efficiency Upgrades 5. Improve the energy efficiency of our offices and look at supplier datacentres in regards to using energy-efficient hardware, cloud-based software, optimising data storage and promoting responsible e-waste disposal. Employee Engagement Programs 6. Encourage employees to reduce their carbon footprints through initiatives such as cycle-to-work schemes, companywide sustainability challenges, and carbon footprint tracking. Sustainable Business Travel Policies 7. Reduce emissions from business travel by promoting virtual meetings, supporting public transport and implementing a travel offset program. Supply Chain Decarbonisation 8. Work with our suppliers to reduce their carbon emissions, giving incentives on payment terms for them to do so.

  Covid-19 recovery

  Be-IT Projects supports COVID-19 recovery efforts by developing technology solutions that enable remote working, thereby sustaining business operations.

  Tackling economic inequality

  Be-IT Projects addresses economic inequality by offering free training and mentoring programs in IT and business skills for underprivileged communities. They create job opportunities by prioritising projects that stimulate local economies and partnering with non-profits to support workforce development in tech sectors.

  Equal opportunity

  Committed to fostering equal opportunity, Be-IT Projects implements inclusive recruitment policies, ensuring diverse candidate pools and fair hiring practices. They conduct regular bias training and support career advancement for underrepresented groups within the tech industry, aiming to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace.

  Wellbeing

  Be-IT Projects prioritises employee and community wellbeing by offering flexible working arrangements and supporting and encouraging a healthy work-life balance. They provide comprehensive health insurances and wellness programs, mental health support, and engage in community projects, charitable causes and outreach to promote overall wellbeing, recognising the importance of a holistic approach to health.

Pricing

• Price: £350 to £1,200 a unit a day
• Discount for educational organisations: Yes

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need versions of these documents in a more accessible format, email the supplier at Nikola.Kelly@be-it.co.uk. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.