ASPIRE SYSTEMS DIGITAL SOLUTIONS LTD.

SharePoint Migration

Microsoft 365 SharePoint Online migration from: SharePoint 2016, SharePoint 2013, Windows folders, and numerous unstructured data sources.
Mapping and managing unstructured data. Creation of a DPA, FoI, EiR and accessibility compliant environment. SharePoint strategy, information architecture, development, training, mentoring, migration and support. Microsoft Gold Partner.

Features

• SharePoint software, Implementation and configuration: Intranets, secure Extranets, custom webparts
• SharePoint integraton: Power Platform, Umbraco, CRM, Social Media and more
• Microsoft Gold Partner with ISO27001, ISO9001, Cyber Essentials Plus
• Migrations to SharePoint from a vast array of sources
• Multilingual SharePoint design, extensive bilingual experience working in Welsh
• Comprehensive SharePoint strategy: architecture, IA, design, build, and support options
• Responsive and interactive SharePoint design and user experience (UX) design
• SharePoint Framework (SPFx): C#, PnP PowerShell, HTML/CSS, XML, XSLT, JSON
• SharePoint Electronic Document and Records Management (EDRM) solutions
• SharePoint Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solutions

Benefits

• Government Digital Service Standard. GOV.UK Open Standards principles
• Adherence to WCAG 2.2 and W3C web and accessibility standards
• Utilise methodologies such as Scrum Agile and PRINCE2
• Certified Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider based in Cardiff, Wales
• SharePoint systems/applications developed to the recommendations of OWASP
• Enable business, financial and technical benefits that SharePoint services deliver
• Enable best use of SharePoint tools at your disposal
• Hosting on Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Rackspace, Amazon Web Services
• Deliver enhanced Business Intelligence through SharePoint business critical solutions
• SharePoint Power Platform (Power Automate/Flow, PowerApps, PowerBI), MS Forms

£550 to £995 a unit a day

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 gcloud@method4.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

754190788813868

Contact

Christian Coates
02920 665947
gcloud@method4.co.uk

Planning

• Planning service: Yes
• How the planning service works: Our planning service can provide project initiation, agile discovery, stakeholder workshops, requirements analysis, technical architecture, user experience (UX) design, systems’ analysis, system design, data analysis, database design and agile sprint planning.; ; Method4 has been working within the cloud environment for several years and understand the business, financial and technical benefits that cloud services deliver. Our team are able to deliver solutions to public, private and hybrid cloud environments.; ; We are able to provide cloud development services to enable digital transformation and migration of line of business services to the cloud. We also provide end-to-end cloud services covering hosting, design, development and deployment of bespoke software applications.; ; we are experienced in the use of leading cloud delivery platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Rackspace Cloud and Amazon Web Services.
• Planning service works with specific services: No

Training

• Training service provided: Yes
• How the training service works: Both formal and informal tailored training and mentoring can be provided maximising the benefits of training time. We are able to provide online training as well as training facilities at our offices in central Cardiff.
• Training is tied to specific services: No

Setup and migration

• Setup or migration service available: Yes
• How the setup or migration service works: Setup and migration are tailored to our clients' specific requirements. Method4 has been working within the cloud environment for several years and understand the business, financial and technical benefits that cloud services deliver. Our team are able to deliver solutions to public, private and hybrid cloud environments. We are able to provide cloud development services to enable digital transformation and migration of line of business services to the cloud. We also provide end-to-end cloud services covering hosting, design, development and deployment of bespoke software applications. we are experienced in the use of leading cloud delivery platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Rackspace Cloud and Amazon Web Services.
• 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: Method4 runs an ISO 9001 accredited Quality Management System to ensure that we offer our clients the highest possible level of service.; ; We work with clients to define the quality assurance plan and acceptance criteria for the project. In addition, our team provide support and advice in both the preparation and execution of quality assurance and performance testing. This ensures that users are aware of the objectives, methods and most effective approach.; ; Key users will be given familiarisation training and documentation to ensure that they are aware of the system functionality and can undertake effective testing. A dedicated environment can be established in order to support this testing. We can provide both on-site and remote support during this period as appropriate to the needs of the client. This ensures that expertise is available to effectively support users in the use of the system and assist in the identification and resolution of any identified issues.

Security testing

• Security services: Yes
• Security services type:
  • Security strategy
  • Security design
  • Security testing
  • Security incident management
• Certified security testers: Yes
• Security testing certifications: CREST

Ongoing support

• Ongoing support service: Yes
• Types of service supported:
  • Hosting or software provided by your organisation
  • Hosting or software provided by a third-party organisation
• How the support service works: We provide a comprehensive helpdesk facility to clients. This includes an out of hours service and flexible service where support cover can be enhanced for short periods of time for specific events. Our support systems are standalone but are also integrated with customer and 3rd party support groups to provide a uniform service to users. Typically requests are received to the helpdesk via email or telephone and logged immediately in the support log. The support log is accessible 24/7 to clients, allowing them to see the issues that have been raised and update existing issues or alternatively raise new issues. ; ; The SLA offered would depend on the type of support being provided and would be tailored to fit our customer’s needs.

Service scope

• Service constraints: No

User support

• Email or online ticketing support: Email or online ticketing
• Support response times: Normal business hours support 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 24/7 support is also available outside normal business hours. ; ; Standard response within 1 hour.
• User can manage status and priority of support tickets: Yes
• Online ticketing support accessibility: WCAG 2.1 AA or EN 301 549
• Phone support: Yes
• Phone support availability: 24 hours, 7 days a week
• Web chat support: No
• Support levels: We provide a tailored support service. Further details can be found in our service definition document.

Resellers

• Supplier type: Not a reseller

Staff security

• Staff security clearance: Other security clearance
• Government security clearance: Up to Developed Vetting (DV)

Standards and certifications

• ISO/IEC 27001 certification: Yes
• Who accredited the ISO/IEC 27001: URS Limited
• ISO/IEC 27001 accreditation date: 08/03/2021
• What the ISO/IEC 27001 doesn’t cover: N/A
• 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

  At Method4 we’re committed to reducing our environmental impact on our planet. We try our very best to reduce the amount of waste we produce by re-using products and recycling where possible; use energy and water in an efficient way; reduce vehicle emissions by encouraging the use of sustainable modes of transport and discouraging meetings that require transport unless there is an overriding benefit; provide advice and update our team on issues that encourage good environmental practice; make sure we fully comply with environmental legislation.; ; Everyone at Method4 is asked to only print when essential, use print preview and double-sided printing as much as possible to minimise paper use; recycle empty cans, bottles, glass and card in the recycle bins provided throughout the offices; put food waste in the caddies provided in the kitchens; purchase recycled paper products where possible; purchase environmentally friendly hygiene products where possible;; ; When practical, use public transport, walking, cycling or car shares to travel to and from meetings. Wherever possible video conferencing should be used to eliminate the need to travel at all.; ; Use energy (water, lighting and heat) efficiently. Make sure that electrical appliances that are not being used, air conditioning and lights are switched off or left in power save mode if needed, when we leave the building; control heating sensibly: open windows before resorting to air con and close them before using heating; report any water leaks or dripping taps you see immediately.

  Covid-19 recovery

  Method4 is committed to creating employment and re-training opportunities, therefore we continued with our scheduled graduate recruitment in 2020, with the employment of 7 graduates and year-in-industry placements between May and October. Rather than withdraw contracts when fee earning work was unavailable due to the pandemic, we instead focused on a period of training and development for these graduates.; ; We are also due to pick up our work partnering with Cardiff University, to deliver the Umbraco Education Project, a recognised certification scheme that will upskill their upcoming graduates who have been hard-hit by COVID-19. This scheme is delivered by us at no cost to the university or the students, something we are able to deliver due to our Umbraco Gold Partner status.; ; Method4 closed our offices in favour of remote working in mid-March prior to government lockdowns and furloughed no staff members. Remote or hybrid working remains for all employees. We reopened our offices when restrictions permitted, to provide a safe environment for staff members who are unable or struggle to work remotely due to physical or psychological wellbeing reasons. The offices have been rigorously risk assessed to allow this.; ; Our cycle to work scheme is also available to provide an alternative for those who would otherwise use public transport. As a result we have seen a positive impact on the community around our offices, in particular we have three independent businesses on the street who have received increased business thanks to the presence of our employees. We have also increased our cleaning contract as part of our COVID-19 management program, which has provided local workers with more hours, as a real living wage accredited employer we ensure that they are paid fairly for their work.

  Tackling economic inequality

  Method4 has achieved significant growth over the last 15 years by placing great importance on recruitment from the surrounding areas, many of which are classed as areas of deprivation by the Welsh Government.; ; We are active in our commitment to improving social mobility within our community and took part in the employee panel to develop the framework for the BSc (Hons) Software Engineering degree level apprenticeship in Wales, which aims to deliver degrees through employment to those who may not have been able to follow a traditional route into higher education. We are proud to have been the first employer in Wales to sign up with the Open University to deliver the scheme, having chosen them for our apprentices as they offer remote tutoring, removing another barrier to those who would struggle to balance employment and attending lectures at a traditional institution.; ; Method4 has provided work experience placements for GO Wales since 2016, this scheme aims to improve the employability of students who face barriers to employment such as work limiting health condition, disability, coming from a black and/or ethnic minority background, childcare or care responsibilities, family estrangement or coming from a low HE participation neighbourhood.

  Equal opportunity

  We are actively engaged in the efforts to reduce the gender gap in the tech industry and have taken part in a number of initiatives to address this, including working with Technology Connected to provide role models for their campaign to encourage girls to study technology and Chwarae Teg on their Agile Nation 2 scheme to promote women in leadership roles. We also have our own internal scheme, Women of Method4, that encourages a network of support for women in our organisation and we are proud to have a higher than industry average percentage of women within our technical roles.; ; Method4 produces an annual diversity report, which addresses issues in 6 main areas: age; disability; race; religion; Women in Tech; LGBT, which are often characteristics associated with lower levels of employment and progression within employment. The diversity panel meets to discuss our demographic and the extent to which we have met our recommended actions and to set new recommendations for the following year from areas we have identified for improvement.; ; We have also added diversity and wellbeing questions to our annual anonymous employee engagement survey, the results of these surveys are monitored and measured annually.

  Wellbeing

  Our HR practices are designed to support employees and protect those who may have care responsibilities or health issues that may leave them vulnerable to unemployment. We have flexible start and finishing hours, part-time working for the vast majority of roles, wheelchair access throughout our offices, work station assessments and remote working opportunities available prior to and post the pandemic. We also have absence processes that flag staff members who may need additional help and encourage our team to speak openly about mental health issues, to allow us to provide support, which we hope will reduce the risk of escalating mental health concerns.

Pricing

• Price: £550 to £995 a unit a day
• Discount for educational organisations: No

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 gcloud@method4.co.uk. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.