Certus Advisory Ltd
Transformation
Certus Advisory deploys technology solutions to enhance, transform or converge how companies operate and manage IT, supporting growth and driving innovation. Our approach to transformation minimises business disruption and delivers measurable benefits quickly. Certus Advisory successfully manages risk factors to achieve a smooth transition to the target operating model.
Features
- Requirements definition aligned to business strategy
- Technology selection
- Transformation strategy
- Infrastructure, Network and Cloud Platform selection
- Transformation process design
- Transition management and assurance
Benefits
- Enhanced business agility
- Greater control of IT services
- Reduced operational costs of IT
- Rapid delivery of business benefits and ROI
- Smooth transition to the target operating model
- Transition risk reduction and management
Pricing
£487.83 to £1,776.75 a unit a day
- Education pricing available
Service documents
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Framework
G-Cloud 14
Service ID
7 7 2 7 8 6 0 5 2 8 9 9 5 3 8
Contact
Certus Advisory Ltd
Mark Heyes
Telephone: +44 (0)207 164 6029
Email: mark.heyes@certusadvisory.co.uk
Planning
- Planning service
- Yes
- How the planning service works
- Through rigorous and detailed analysis of business requirements, process and systems, we identify the optimal technology candidates for cloud hosting and select software solutions that will enable the business to meet future challenges. We provide market insight, vendor selection based on first hand knowledge, and security solutions founded on robust and uncompromising principles. We provide deep architectural expertise though our accredited and experienced resources.
- Planning service works with specific services
- No
Training
- Training service provided
- Yes
- How the training service works
- We provide training in the configuration, deployment and operation of a variety of cloud services across a diverse vendor landscape. We have SMEs who provide training specific to vendors, as well as generic training on cloud deployment principles and methods.
- Training is tied to specific services
- No
Setup and migration
- Setup or migration service available
- Yes
- How the setup or migration service works
- We develop a detailed transformation roadmap for our clients which defines key activities, resources, work packages, milestones and work streams. This is supported by governance and quality assurance processes, which provide a logical and controlled path towards the target cloud solution. Throughout migration we carefully manage application and system dependencies, data security, data integrity, business continuity, resilience and operational risk to ensure as seamless a transition as possible. We also assist in defining and embedding new ways of working, and the changes in organisational roles.
- 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
- Through the transformation process, we focus on ensuring that systems are rigorously tested prior to deployment into production, though the development of detailed test cases, test scripts, selection of test data and application of testing methodology. In conjunction with the business, we define performance SLAs commensurate with business criticality classification and RTO/RPO requirements. We conduct performance, capacity and resilience testing utilising load generation tools, data modelling and stress testing services. We carry out data integrity checks, resilience and failover testing to assure business continuity and disaster recovery. Additionally, we carry out quality assurance of end user experience.
Security testing
- Security services
- Yes
- Security services type
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- Security strategy
- Security risk management
- Security design
- Cyber security consultancy
Ongoing support
- Ongoing support service
- Yes
- Types of service supported
- Hosting or software provided by a third-party organisation
- How the support service works
- Access on demand to skilled cloud hosting specialists and other infrastructure/solution SMEs.
Service scope
- Service constraints
- Certus Advisory will consider each assignment individually to ascertain whether there are any applicable or specific constraints relating to that assignment.
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
- Response to general or specific business queries relating to the work being undertaken
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
- No
- 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
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Social Value
- Fighting climate change
- Tackling economic inequality
- Equal opportunity
- Wellbeing
Fighting climate change
Certus has adoped SMART organisational targets which focus on the deployment of environmental policies and practices designed to reduce emissions and shrink and/or neutralise our carbon footprint. The key polices are outlined as follows:
1 – Recycle
While we encourage all Certus staff to operate in a “paperless environment” and avoid printing unless absolutely necessary, any office waste that is recyclable must be recycled
2 – Use of Recycled Materials
We use recycled materials wherever available, including recycled paper products for office supplies.
3 – Use of Sustainable Suppliers
As an SME, Certus does not have an extensive supply chain. Nevertheless, we include environmental requirements in our supply contracts and include powers to audit suppliers for compliance.
4 – Switching to Fully Electric Vehicles
As an organisation, we are making positive steps towards the adoption of fully electric vehicles. Several of our staff are already leasing fully electric company cars and we are disposing of conventional petrol and diesel company vehicles.
5 – Use of the Virtual Office and Online Meetings
Flexible working has, and will continue to be, our preferred way of working, subject to client requirements. In this way, we will continue to save on staff commuting times and travel expenses, as well as avoiding unnecessary travel emissions.
Certus leases a small office in London, which is reserved for activities that are most productive when carried out face-to-face. All green policies adopted for homeworking are applied equally in the office. Our office space only uses electricity from ‘green energy’ certified renewable sources.
6 – Use of Public Transport
If business trips or events must be in person, we ask Certus staff to use public transport to avoid unnecessary travel emissions, especially where business travel involves single-passenger journeys.Tackling economic inequality
Certus’ policy framework to address economic inequality covers the following areas:
1. Living Wage Implementation: Ensuring that all employees, including entry-level positions, are paid a living wage that allows them to cover their basic needs such as housing, food, healthcare, and transportation.
2. Equal Pay for Equal Work: Committing to pay equity by ensuring that compensation is based on the responsibilities and qualifications of the job rather than factors like gender, race, or ethnicity.
3. Promotion of Diversity and Inclusion: Fostering a workplace culture that values diversity and actively promotes inclusivity. Implementing recruitment and promotion practices that provide equal opportunities for advancement regardless of background.
4. Education and Training Programs: Offering education and training programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of employees, particularly those from marginalized or disadvantaged backgrounds.
5. Employee Benefits and Support Services: Providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave to ensure the well-being of employees.
6. Community Engagement and Investment: Engaging with the local community by supporting initiatives that aim to alleviate economic inequality, such as job training programs, affordable housing projects, or small business development initiatives.
7. Supplier Diversity: Promoting diversity in our supply chain by actively seeking out and doing business with minority-owned, women-owned, and other underrepresented suppliers.
8. Transparency and Accountability: Maintaining transparency in decision-making processes related to compensation, hiring, and promotions.
9. Continuous Evaluation and Improvement: Regularly evaluating the effectiveness of the policy measures implemented and making adjustments as needed.
10. Leadership Commitment: Demonstrating visible leadership commitment to tackling economic inequality by incorporating these principles into the company's mission, values, and strategic objectives. Leading by example and championing these efforts both internally and externally.Equal opportunity
We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any part of Certus’ operations. We are fully committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Our Equal Opportunities policy covers all employees, consultants, officers, contractors and job applicants.
There are characteristics relevant to an individual that must not unfairly be considered (if accounted for at all) in decisions relating to any aspect of their working life. These ‘protected characteristics’ are as follows: Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marital/Civil Partnership status, Pregnancy/Maternity, Race, Religion/Belief, Sex and Sexual Orientation
Certus will not tolerate the following behaviour by anyone within our business:
a. Direct discrimination...
when someone with a protected characteristic is treated less favourably than somebody else has or would have been in identical circumstances.
b. Indirect discrimination...
when a group of people with one of the protected characteristics is disadvantaged by a provision, criterion or practice that is applied to all staff.
c. Harassment...
covers hostile, humiliating, degrading, intimidating or similarly offensive treatment or conditions to which an individual with one or more protected characteristics is subjected. Any such actions deprive an individual of their dignity and violate them. We draw no distinction between actions that may be labelled as ‘joking’ and not intended to cause offence, and those that may have been more direct and premeditated in their delivery.
d. Victimisation
This covers the situation where:
a. a worker has complained of discrimination (or harassment),
b. or has supported a fellow worker in making a complaint about these concerns,
and has then suffered reprisals from others.
Overall responsibility for the effective implementation and operation of the Equal Opportunities policy lies with the Certus board of directors. We take all allegations of breach and any breaches that we discover very seriously, and this will be thoroughly investigated.Wellbeing
Certus’ policy framework for wellbeing covers the following areas:
1. Flexible Work Arrangements: Offering flexible work options such as remote work, flexible hours, or compressed workweeks to accommodate employees' personal and family needs. Ensuring that workloads are manageable and providing resources for effective time management.
2. Mental Health Support: Promoting a culture of openness and destigmatising mental health issues by encouraging dialogue and support among employees.
3. Physical Health Initiatives: Implementing wellness programs that promote physical health, such as gym memberships, fitness classes, or wellness challenges. Encouraging regular breaks, stretching exercises, and ergonomic workstations to prevent workplace injuries and discomfort.
4. Work-Life Balance: Encouraging work-life balance by setting clear boundaries around working hours and expectations. Discouraging overtime work except in exceptional circumstances, and ensuring that employees have sufficient time off to recharge and spend time with family and friends.
5. Stress Management: Encouraging managers to recognise signs of burnout and supporting employees in managing their workload.
6. Healthy Workplace Culture: Fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture based on trust, respect, and collaboration. Encouraging open communication, celebrating achievements, and recognising the contributions of employees to create a supportive work environment.
7. Workplace Safety: Prioritising workplace safety by providing training on safety protocols, maintaining a clean and hazard-free environment, and regularly inspecting equipment and facilities.
8. Professional Development: Investing in the professional development of employees by offering opportunities for training, skill-building workshops, and career advancement.
9. Feedback Mechanisms: Establishing feedback mechanisms such as employee surveys, suggestion boxes, or regular check-ins to assess the effectiveness of well-being initiatives and gathering input from employees on areas for improvement.
Pricing
- Price
- £487.83 to £1,776.75 a unit a day
- Discount for educational organisations
- Yes
Service documents
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