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Global data highlights international appetite for tech assistance
Our recent data analysis shows how people across the UK and major global cities search for IT support online. From Manchester’s high demand to London’s lower activity, the findings reveal shifting digital habits and growing reliance on search engines for everyday tech help.
What’s the difference between managed IT support and managed IT services?
Understand the real difference between IT support and IT services. While support fixes issues as they happen, IT services take a proactive, strategic approach to improving performance, security, and long-term growth. Here’s how to choose what your business needs.
WhiteSpider wins UK IT Industry Awards Team of the Year 2025
WhiteSpider is proud to be named UK IT Industry Awards Team of the Year 2025! This recognition celebrates our expert team, collaborative spirit, and commitment to delivering IT solutions that keep organisations running smoothly and make a real impact where it matters most.
Supporting cancer care with critical infrastructure managed services
WhiteSpider is strengthening cancer care with a more resilient, secure digital foundation. By expertly managing Clatterbridge’s Cisco ACI, SDA, DNA Centre, Firepower, and ISE environments, we’re delivering reliable connectivity that empowers clinicians and supports exceptional patient care.
Colocation vs the cloud: Pros & cons for business
Explore the pros and cons of colocation vs cloud to determine the best fit for your business. This blog outlines key differences in cost, control, compliance, and application readiness, helping you make an informed decision for your current and future IT infrastructure needs.
Turning your retail tech stack into a competitive advantage – powered by IT infrastructure
Retail is evolving fast - powered by AI, automation, and connected customer experiences. Discover how IT leaders can turn their tech stack into a true competitive advantage with agile, scalable, and secure infrastructure that drives innovation and growth.
Smarter, faster, stronger: How manufacturing IT leaders can power the next wave of innovation
Manufacturing is no longer powered by machinery alone - it’s driven by data, AI, and automation. Discover how IT leaders can build the resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure needed to power smarter factories, stronger performance, and the next wave of innovation.
Wired vs Wireless networks: Advantages and disadvantages
With the growing demands on IT infrastructure, choosing between wired and wireless networks isn’t simple. In this blog, we explore the advantages, disadvantages, and ideal use cases for each - helping you build a network that drives performance, agility, and growth.
Rapid wireless network restoration at a leading cancer treatment centre
When a critical wireless failure hit a leading cancer treatment centre, WhiteSpider acted overnight, deploying a virtual WLC and new Access Points to restore connectivity by midday, preventing disruption to appointments and showcasing expert, agile network support in high-stakes healthcare.
Who benefits from AI? Lessons from Cisco’s AI Partner summit
At Cisco’s AI summit in Paris, the focus was scale — AI factories, GPU-ready data centres, and automation at every layer. But the real opportunity lies in making AI accessible for all. Discover how WhiteSpider and Cisco are bringing practical, outcome-driven AI to every organisation.
Stretching your budget: How Cisco ACI continues to deliver for the NHS
Cisco ACI continues to power NHS data centres, helping organisations optimise infrastructure, control costs, and prepare for hybrid cloud. With the right strategy, ACI delivers long-term value, supports innovation, and enables efficient healthcare operations.
Behind the fabric: 7 must-know facts about Cisco ACI
Cisco ACI powers complex networks, but many organisations aren’t using its full potential. From policy-driven automation and multi-tenancy to end-to-end visibility and cloud integration, ACI can reduce risk, accelerate outcomes, and simplify operations - if optimised correctly.