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02 February 2026

twentyfifty

Strengthening security for a global consultancy

twentyfifty is a global consultancy firm headquartered in the UK, with its main base in the South West of England and a distributed team operating internationally.

With a strong focus on governance, sustainability and doing things properly, the business requires a secure, well-managed and forward-thinking IT environment to support its operations.

Since 2023, bzb IT has worked closely with twentyfifty to deliver proactive support, strengthen security and modernise their technology environment in line with their growth and high standards.

End users supported  |  60+     Partnership  |  2+ years     Sector  |  Professional Services

The Challenge

twentyfifty required an IT partner that could provide consistent, proactive support and a more structured approach to managing their technology.

As the business grew, there was a need for clearer guidance, better alignment between IT and business priorities, and a more considered approach to introducing new technology and associated costs.

Key requirements included:

• A more proactive, relationship-led approach to IT support
• Greater visibility and control over technology decisions and investment
• Strengthening security and aligning systems to recognised standards
• Supporting adoption of new technology in a controlled, well-managed way
• Providing a close, collaborative partnership with clear ownership

Our Approach

We established a close working relationship with twentyfifty, providing a proactive and people-led IT function supported by a dedicated technical account manager.

Our focus has been on building a secure, well-governed and scalable environment, while supporting day-to-day operations and enabling ongoing improvement.

Key areas of delivery included:

• Embedding a responsive, human-led support service with strong user engagement
• Strengthening Microsoft 365 security and aligning to Cyber Essentials Plus
• Refining onboarding, offboarding and access management processes
• Supporting global device deployment through international hardware partnerships
• Leading infrastructure improvements, including firewall upgrades and office relocation
• Introducing structured governance across SharePoint and collaboration tools

This approach has combined hands-on delivery with strategic guidance, ensuring technology supports the way the business operates.

Ongoing Support & Results

Since our partnership began, we have delivered a stable, secure and continuously improving IT environment for twentyfifty.

• 97% SLA achievement rate, delivering fast, meaningful support through real human interaction
• Consistently strong user feedback scoring 4.88/5 over the 2 year period, reflecting a personable and responsive service
• Proactive monitoring identifying and resolving issues before impact, including firewall outages and system alerts
• Two consecutive Cyber Essentials Plus certifications, strengthening security posture
• Improved governance and alignment towards ISO 27001 standards
• Transition from a basic cloud setup to a fully configured, security-aligned Microsoft 365 environment
• Reduced operational friction through improved global device provisioning and structured processes

Beyond the technical outcomes, the partnership is defined by a close working relationship, with twentyfifty being a highly engaged stakeholder on the client side and a shared focus on doing things properly.

Looking Ahead

Our partnership with twentyfifty continues to evolve, with a focus on:

• Further strengthening security and governance maturity
• Supporting ongoing ISO 27001 alignment
• Enhancing external collaboration controls
• Developing a structured device lifecycle strategy
• Continuing to adopt modern technologies in a secure, controlled way

With a strong foundation now in place, the focus is on continuous improvement, ensuring technology continues to support the business as it grows globally.

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