ADROIT CLOUD CONSULTING LIMITED

Power Apps and Power BI Cloud Agnostic

Adroit's Power Apps and Power BI Service crafts bespoke, data-driven solutions that streamline decision-making and boost productivity. Aligning with Agile, GDPR, and GDS standards, it leverages Microsoft's platforms to develop accessible, secure, citizen-facing services, fully integrated with the UK Digital Strategy and GOV.UK Digital Service Platform.

Features

• Develop custom applications using Power Apps for specific business needs
• Integrates Power BI for real-time, insightful analytics and reporting.
• Ensures WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for accessibility in all solutions.
• Aligns with NCSC guidelines to secure data and applications.
• Utilises Agile methodologies for dynamic and flexible project management.
• Supports GDS assessment phases for government digital service compliance
• Features cloud-first design, optimising for scalability and performance.
• Adopts CDDO standards for consistent and reliable service delivery.
• Facilitates rapid deployment of consultants, enhancing project agility.
• Offers continuous integration with GOV.UK Digital Service Platform tools.

Benefits

• Enhances operational efficiency with tailored business application solutions
• Drives informed decision-making through advanced analytical capabilities.
• Ensures applications are accessible, meeting WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
• Secures sensitive data in compliance with NCSC cybersecurity protocols.
• Employs Agile practices for swift, responsive service development.
• Complies fully with GDS standards for public sector projects.
• Leverages cloud technology for cost-effective, scalable solutions.
• Adheres to CDDO guidelines ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Rapid consultant deployment accelerates project timelines effectively.
• Integrates seamlessly with existing GOV.UK digital services.

£270 to £2,200 a unit a day

• Education pricing available

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Skills Framework for the Information Age rate card

  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 business@adroitcc.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

557049566444739

Contact

Pav Khural
07732808155
business@adroitcc.co.uk

Planning

• Planning service: Yes
• How the planning service works: Adroit's planning service for Power Apps and Power BI ensures strategic alignment with your organisational goals, leveraging our expertise in Microsoft technologies to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Our methodical approach begins with comprehensive stakeholder consultations to understand your specific needs and objectives.; ; The Planning Service Includes:; Assessing current data management and analytics capabilities to identify opportunities for improvement.; Defining clear, actionable objectives for custom Power Apps development and Power BI integration.; Ensuring designs comply with GDS guidelines, GDPR regulations, and are accessible according to WCAG 2.1 AA standards.; Aligning project deliverables with Agile methodologies for flexibility and rapid delivery.; Planning for seamless integration with existing systems and the GOV.UK Digital Service Platform to maximise interoperability and data coherence.; Establishing a roadmap that adheres to the UK Digital Strategy and incorporates best practices from the CDDO and NCSC for secure, reliable deployments.; Our planning process is designed to set a foundation for successful implementation, ensuring that the solutions not only meet current requirements but are also scalable and future-proof. This strategic foresight supports continuous improvement and innovation within your digital transformation initiatives.
• Planning service works with specific services: No

Training

• Training service provided: Yes
• How the training service works: Adroit’s training service for Power Apps and Power BI equips your team with the skills needed to fully leverage these powerful Microsoft tools. Tailored specifically to your business requirements, our training ensures participants can effectively create, manage, and analyse data within these platforms.; Training Inculdes:; An introduction to Power Apps and Power BI, focusing on basic functionalities and advanced features.; Hands-on sessions on building custom apps and dashboards to visualise data dynamically.; Guidance on integrating Power Apps with other Microsoft services and third-party apps to enhance functionality.; Detailed tutorials on using Power BI for extracting actionable insights from complex datasets.; Best practices for maintaining data security and compliance, aligning with GDPR and the National Cyber Security Centre guidelines.; Techniques for ensuring accessibility in app development, adhering to WCAG 2.1 AA standards.; Agile methodologies applied during training to promote quick learning and adaptation.; Continuous evaluation and feedback to ensure understanding and capability to implement learned skills.; Our training not only imparts technical knowledge but also focuses on strategic implementation, ensuring that your team can initiate immediate improvements and continue adapting to evolving the organisations needs.
• Training is tied to specific services: No

Setup and migration

• Setup or migration service available: Yes
• How the setup or migration service works: Adroit’s Setup and Migration Service for Power Apps and Power BI facilitates smooth transitions from existing systems to advanced Microsoft solutions, ensuring minimal disruption and maximised efficiency. ; Setup and Migration Includes:; ; Comprehensive analysis of existing data infrastructure to identify integration points and migration pathways.; Detailed planning to align the migration process with Prince 2 and ITIL 4 frameworks, ensuring governance and methodical execution.; Customisation of Power Apps and setup of Power BI dashboards to fit specific organisational needs while adhering to GDPR and NCSC standards.; Utilisation of cloud-first strategies to enhance scalability and performance across Azure environments.; Implementation of security measures in line with OWASP Top 10 and CDDO standards to protect data throughout the migration phase.; Continuous support to ensure seamless integration with GOV.UK Digital Service Platform, enhancing user experience and compliance.; Training sessions post-migration to ensure users are proficient in utilising new tools effectively, aligning with ongoing digital transformation strategies.; This service not only transitions your operations to robust, cloud-based platforms but also ensures that your team is prepared and supported throughout the change, laying a strong foundation for future scalability and innovation.
• 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: Our quality assurance and performance testing services are embedded from project initiation, ensuring a comprehensive examination across functional and non-functional requirements. We employ a blend of manual and automated testing techniques, providing robust quality assurance and performance assessments throughout the software development lifecycle. Our agile testing strategy integrates seamlessly with DevOps practices, including Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CI/CD), establishing an efficient and streamlined software delivery pipeline.; ; Expert QA and performance testers are actively involved from the early stages—planning, design, and implementation—adhering to GDS standards. This proactive involvement facilitates the early detection and resolution of potential quality issues, effectively minimising defects to zero within sprint cycles and enhancing overall software integrity. Our approach not only ensures the delivery of high-quality software solutions but also accelerates time to launch, reduces project risks, and improves stakeholder satisfaction by aligning product outcomes with the organisations' objectives and user expectations.

Security testing

• Security services: Yes
• Security services type:
  • Security strategy
  • Security risk management
  • Security design
  • Cyber security consultancy
  • Security testing
  • Security incident management
  • Security audit services
• Certified security testers: Yes
• Security testing certifications:
  • GBEST
  • CHECK
  • CREST
  • Tigerscheme
  • Cyber Scheme

Ongoing support

• Ongoing support service: Yes
• Types of service supported:
  • Buyer hosting or software
  • Hosting or software provided by your organisation
  • Hosting or software provided by a third-party organisation
• How the support service works: We deliver tailored solutions to help you design, implement, and manage your hosting or software services. Our offerings are adaptable to meet your specific requirements and budgets, ranging from full outsourcing to supplementing your current teams.; ; For organisations wishing to build their own in-house capabilities, we provide comprehensive support. This includes sourcing skilled professionals, from apprentices to seasoned experts, and equipping them with the necessary training to independently manage and maintain your services.; ; Our support operates around the clock, 365 days a year, ensuring reliable service at all times. We also offer proactive monitoring and alerting systems, which can be integrated with your existing tools or provided through our own solutions.; ; Additionally, we provide access to a diverse pool of talent, whether local, nearshore, or offshore, ensuring you have the right expertise to meet your operational needs.; ; Whether you require continuous support or assistance in establishing a self-sufficient team, we work closely with you to ensure your strategy is achieved effectively and efficiently.

Service scope

• Service constraints: None apply, not applicable

User support

• Email or online ticketing support: Email or online ticketing
• Support response times: Within 1-hour and response times are not different at weekends.
• User can manage status and priority of support tickets: Yes
• Online ticketing support accessibility: WCAG 2.1 AAA
• Phone support: Yes
• Phone support availability: 24 hours, 7 days a week
• Web chat support: No
• Support levels: Adroit provides a 24/7 support rota for our Power Apps and Power BI Services, ensuring you have access to expert assistance anytime. This continuous support framework helps maintain and optimize your Power Apps and BI implementations effectively.; ; Support Service includes:; 24/7 support rota to address urgent and critical issues in your Power Apps and Power BI environments.; Direct communication channels including email, phone, and Microsoft Teams for immediate assistance.; Expert guidance on utilising Power Apps and Power BI functionalities to their fullest potential.; Assistance in integrating these services with existing IT frameworks, enhancing overall system functionality.; Support in adhering to GDPR, ICO, and other critical data security and compliance standards.; Guidance on employing GOV.UK Digital Service Platform tools effectively within your workflows.; Proactive monitoring and troubleshooting to prevent downtime and quickly resolve issues.; Updates on new features and best practices to keep your team informed and your systems up to date.; Customised support packages tailored to meet the specific needs and challenges of your organisation.; Training resources and helpdesk support to enhance your team’s capabilities and confidence in using Power Apps and Power BI; Our ITIL 4 compliant support ensures professional, timely, and effective resolution of issues.

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: Yes
• Who accredited the ISO/IEC 27001: British Standards Institute
• ISO/IEC 27001 accreditation date: 09/02/2024
• What the ISO/IEC 27001 doesn’t cover: Nothing
• ISO 28000:2007 certification: No
• CSA STAR certification: No
• PCI certification: No
• Cyber essentials: Yes
• Cyber essentials plus: No
• Other security certifications: No

Social Value

• Social Value:

  Social Value

  • Fighting climate change
  • Covid-19 recovery
  • Equal opportunity
  • Wellbeing

  Fighting climate change

  We encourage ethical and fair-trade purchasing and sustainable and carbon-reduction elements in our purchasing strategy. Our stated policy objective is to meet our Net Zero carbon targets while achieving our wider Social Value priorities. We have; ; Developed a circular economy model approach to our procurement strategy, environmental policy, and prevention strategies.; Ensured sustainability is considered in all purchases ; We operate a water consumption and management system that closely monitors water usage and compares performance with published targets. ; Regularly reviewed opportunities for reduction of mains water consumption. ; Installed water-efficient fittings and technology ; Reduced water consumption by 25% in 2023 and 3 m3/person/year for offices. ; To ensure new development, upgrades, and refurbishments are carried out to policies, and specifications. We apply independent environmental assessment methods to new developments. Our Waste Prevention Programme focuses on the top of the waste hierarchy, which means increasing the reuse, repair, re-manufacture, and use of industrial by-products. We monitor greenhouse gas emissions. We are committed to achieving Net Zero by 2050. ; REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS; Remote Working: By facilitating remote and hybrid working, we actively reduce our carbon footprint by minimising commuting and business travel. This has the dual benefit of enhancing work-life balance and reducing emissions associated with transport.; Minimising Business Travel: we limit in-person meetings and opt for virtual communication tools; reducing the need for travel and associated carbon emissions.; Green Transport Initiatives: We cycle to stations for public transport wherever possible, further decreasing carbon emissions linked with car usage. We are also replacing our existing hybrid company vehicles with fully electric models to lower our emissions further.; Carbon Offsetting: We work with partners, where we plant trees locally. For each tree planted, a tonne of carbon is saved through supporting internationally verified carbon reduction projects.

  Covid-19 recovery

  Enhancing workplace conditions to support COVID-19 recovery required a comprehensive effort. Adroit implemented the following measures to safeguard the well-being of all engaged parties and the local community in order to contribute to broader recovery efforts:; Remote Working: We facilitated and promoted remote working options wherever feasible; Employee Support and Communication: Regular updates on COVID-19 developments, safety measures, and resources were communicated transparently to our employees and subcontractors; Mental Health Support: Adroit places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Through regular check-ins and an empathetic management approach, we maintain a healthy work-life balance and emotional wellbeing for all our team members. Employee mental wellness is integral to us.; Adroit is a workplace that fosters a culture of safety, flexibility, and employee well-being. Our commitment to improving workplace conditions contributes to the broader COVID-19 recovery effort and helps us emerge stronger as a united and resilient workforce.

  Equal opportunity

  As a digital transformation consultancy, a core focus is on creating equal employment opportunities for individuals facing barriers to employment and those located in deprived areas.; We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity by providing equal opportunities to all candidates based on their skills and potential. We actively seek talent from disadvantaged communities to contribute to their economic growth. Our dedication to creating meaningful employment opportunities drives our mission to positively impact and foster a diverse and inclusive work environment.; To demonstrate our dedication to this goal, we have implemented several actions:; Regular Audits: We conduct regular audits of our workforce to identify disparities in employment opportunities, skills development, and pay. These audits help us understand the areas that need improvement and ensure transparency in our practices.; Equal Pay Policy: Our equal pay ensures that all workers receive fair and equitable compensation for their work regardless of their contract status.; Skill Enhancement Programmes: We offer skill enhancement programmes to all employees, providing them with opportunities to develop and grow professionally. By investing in their skills, we aim to level the playing field and empower them for future career advancement.; Diversity and Inclusion Training: We conduct training sessions for our workforce to promote diversity and inclusion. These sessions raise awareness about fairness and respect, fostering a culture that values diversity.; Regular Feedback Mechanisms: We encourage open communication and feedback from our subcontractors. This helps us identify and address any concerns or issues related to inequality promptly.; We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where all employees, regardless of their contractual status, have equal opportunities to thrive and succeed.

  Wellbeing

  We have identified the needs of our workforce and local communities, worked with health professionals (also using our Occupational Health service providers) and workforce representatives/community leaders, conducted surveys, held focus groups, and talked to community leaders to provide our Care well-being Support Programme, supporting the Mental Health at Work Plan: our volunteers and certified partner organisation provide health and wellbeing support for our temporary workers, internal staff and local communities; ; Mental health Wellbeing & Floor Walking / Desk-Side Mental Health First Aider (pastoral support for disadvantaged groups; helping to reduce stigma surrounding mental health conditions); Healthy living ; Financial and legal well-being and Fair Work Planning; 24/7 GP consultation ; Smoking cessation ; Mental & physical health support & confidential helpline, especially during Covid-19 remote working/recovery ; Burnout prevention ; Life events counselling ; Team Coach (confidential work-based safe environment coaching support) ; Get fit programme, healthy eating at home ; Diet support/Healthy diet at work ; Financial/Legal guidance ; The programme is monitored quarterly to take feedback from participants to help us drive improvements. We especially focus on the feedback from individuals with mental health problems. Our internal volunteers are professionally trained to deliver mentoring and support. ; We work with local community organisations such as The Rainbow Project, Action Mental Health and Inspire Wellbeing, who provide support and resources to support underrepresented communities.; We work with Cancer Pledge which aims to abolish the stigma and insecurity that exist for people with cancer in the workplace. They stand together to provide a more open, supportive, and recovery-forward culture at work for all. We recently joined the pledge, in our continuous commitment to be inclusive and to create a supportive environment for our employees and candidates. We are committed to continuously raising awareness and creating specific policies and programs, to accommodate specific needs of cancer patients and caregivers in the workplace.

Pricing

• Price: £270 to £2,200 a unit a day
• Discount for educational organisations: Yes

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Skills Framework for the Information Age rate card

  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 business@adroitcc.co.uk. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.