ADROIT CLOUD CONSULTING LIMITED

Engineering On-Demand

Adroit's Engineering On-Demand provides agile, security-cleared engineering expertise, designed for adaptability across cloud environments. Our service aligns with key frameworks like SFIA and DDaT, ensuring compliance with ISO27001 and integration of the UK Digital Strategy, while promoting a culture of inclusivity and rapid deployments within 24 hours.

Features

• Agile, security-cleared engineers available: BPSS, SC, DV Clearances held
• DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering experts; SFIA and DDaT framework aligned.
• Globally available individuals, teams; onboarding within 24 hours.
• Versatile cloud solutions: public, private, hybrid, on-premise clouds serviced.
• Comprehensive design, automation, tooling, process, governance services offered.
• Compliance with ISO27001, NCSCC, Cyber Essentials, security standards.
• UK nearshore and offshore teams available
• Training programmes and upskilling aligned with GDS, TCoP, WCAG standards.
• Cloud-agnostic solutions, facilitating technology adaptation across platforms.
• Diversity-driven workforce, promoting inclusive and innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

• Skilled engineers automate processes, embedding best practices organisation-wide.
• Inclusive engineering culture, enabling cross-functional team collaboration.
• Drives Agile adoption, scaling technical support for transformative growth.
• Curates optimal toolsets, reducing technical debt and inefficiencies.
• Guarantees vigilant operations with continuous monitoring practices.
• Integrates teams with dedicated support and mentoring.
• Enhances delivery speed, elevates overall service quality.
• Instills engineering best practices for sustainable software development.
• Encourages proactive innovation, aligned with cloud-native advancements.
• Transfers critical knowledge, hosting informative workshops.

£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

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Framework

G-Cloud 14

Service ID

622520059142317

Contact

Pav Khural
07732808155
business@adroitcc.co.uk

Planning

• Planning service: Yes
• How the planning service works: Adroit's planning service for Engineering On-Demand is structured to provide scalable, consultancy-backed engineering expertise. This service ensures you have access to a pool of pre-vetted engineers, tailored to meet specific project requirements. ; The Planning Service Includes:; Assessing project needs to align with the best talent from our bench of BPSS, SC, DV Cleared engineers, including SFIA 1-7 DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering specialists.; Flexible deployment of individuals, squads, or teams across the UK & worldwide, ensuring a match of technical and cultural fit.; Rapid onboarding of diverse consultants within 24 hours, available for on-site, remote, or hybrid engagement.; Planning for design, automation, tooling, process, and governance services to support public, private, hybrid, and on-premise cloud solutions.; Compliance with ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and other security standards.; Technical maturity assessments for strategic development and recommendations.; Tailoring training for capability building, mentoring, and knowledge transfer to embed an engineering culture.; Our service is designed to accelerate agile transformation, support scalable delivery, select the right tools to minimise technical debt and implement continuous monitoring for enhanced security. Focusing on best practices in engineering and software development, we ensure projects are future-ready and capable of integrating evolving solutions and cloud-native services.
• Planning service works with specific services: No

Training

• Training service provided: Yes
• How the training service works: Adroit's Engineering On-Demand training service focuses on elevating teams to the highest engineering standards, ensuring security, compliance, and bridging any knowledge gaps.; Training includes: ; In-depth training on engineering best practices, preparing your team to meet and exceed industry standards.; Specific training on security and compliance, aligning with ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and NCSC guidelines to safeguard your projects.; Upskilling sessions aimed at enhancing team member capabilities, ensuring they are proficient in the latest tools technologies and practices.; Workshops on automation, tooling, process optimisation, and governance to drive efficiency and agility in your engineering processes.; A mentoring approach that emphasises practical application, enabling team members to apply new skills immediately to real-world challenges.; Establishment of Communities of Practice, encouraging continuous learning and the sharing of best practices among team members.; Our training ensures that once our engagement concludes, your team remains empowered with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain high standards in engineering, security, and compliance, effectively preventing any knowledge gaps.
• 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 Engineering On-Demand setup and migration service facilitates the integration of engineering talent into your projects, whether you're transitioning to new technologies, cloud environments, or scaling your engineering capabilities. ; Setup and Migration Includes:; Developing a business case for the addition or migration of engineering resources, ensuring alignment with project objectives and requirements.; Identifying necessary resources and defining the scope of the engagement, particularly for projects involving complex transitions, such as adopting new cloud technologies or scaling engineering teams.; Implementing end-to-end processes for a smooth onboarding and integration of our pre-vetted engineers into your projects, minimising disruption and ensuring a frictionless start.; Assisting with the redesign of your application architecture and operational workflows to enhance collaboration and efficiency between newly integrated engineers and existing teams.; Facilitating the discovery of application dependencies and creating contingency plans for uninterrupted project progress.; Embedding new operational practices to promote long-term adaptation and productivity among your teams.; Ensuring alignment with ITIL 4 service management principles, GDS, and TCoP guidelines, guaranteeing that our engineers seamlessly integrate into your existing environment.; Our service is designed to provide flexible, scalable engineering support, enhancing delivery cadence, and maintaining service quality.
• 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's Engineering On-Demand support service ensures your engineering teams have continuous access to expert assistance, maintaining the agility and security of your cloud environment. Aligned with SFIA, DDaT, and ISO27001 standards, our support extends from rapid deployment to fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration.; ; Support Service includes:; 24/7 support availability for critical engineering issues and queries.; Direct communication channels via email phone, Teams, or Slack.; Access to Agile, security-cleared engineers, including BPSS, SC, DV cleared.; Expert advice and assistance in DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering.; Support for flexible cloud solutions across public, private, hybrid, on-premise.; Governance, automation, tooling, and process assistance for optimal performance.; Guidance on compliance with security standards and best practices.; Continuous monitoring and operational support to maintain system integrity.; On-demand training and upskilling support, aligned with GDS and TCoP.; Support for fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce within technology projects.; Our service is committed to enhancing your operational resilience, delivering comprehensive support to ensure your cloud solutions are robust, efficient, and compliant, with a focus on driving forward the UK's digital agenda and supporting the growth of diverse engineering talent.

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.