Daisy Corporate Services

What Daisy Corporate Services does

Daisy Corporate Services (DCS) was a UK-based managed IT services division of Daisy Group, focused on enterprise and mid-market customers across healthcare, education, public sector, legal, financial services, housing, manufacturing, and commercial real estate. Its core portfolio spanned intelligent connectivity, cloud and modern workplace, unified communications and voice, mobile and IoT, contact centre solutions, business continuity, and cybersecurity under the CyberGuard brand, delivered as recurring managed services with annual contract billing. DCS also operated a wholesale channel reselling connectivity and UC products to technology dealers and distributors, and a commercial real estate connectivity service (now branded Wavenet Connected) serving landlords and flexible workspace operators. The portfolio is built on a multi-vendor technology stack (Microsoft, Cisco, Fortinet, Darktrace, Mitel, Zoom, Gamma, 8x8, Veeam, HPE) with ISO 27001 and seven additional ISO standards underpinning its compliance posture for public sector and regulated buyers.

On 11 July 2024, DCS was demerged from Daisy Group and acquired by Wavenet for approximately £1.2 billion, with the combined entity (~2,000 staff, 22,000+ customers) operating under the Wavenet brand and led by CEO Philip Grannum. DCS had contributed £223.4m of Daisy Group's £443.2m FY2024 revenue prior to the demerger, and its June 2023 acquisition of ECSC expanded the cybersecurity footprint into the existing managed service base. In May 2025, the parent entities announced a separate joint venture with Virgin Media O2 to merge B2B operations into a projected £1.4bn revenue unit targeting the UK enterprise telecoms market, expected to close early H2 2025. AI capability is positioned via an AI & Automation practice centred on Microsoft 365 Copilot integration rather than proprietary models, and the business holds Mitel Healthcare Partner of the Year and Contact Centre Specialisation designations for 2026.

Name

Daisy Corporate Services

Legal name

Daisy Corporate Services

Website

https://daisyuk.tech

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Daisy Corporate Services is a UK managed IT services provider (now merged into Wavenet) delivering connectivity, cloud, cybersecurity, unified communications, and business continuity to 22,000+ enterprise and public sector customers across nine verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Communications Services, Nec (4899)

akta.pro primary industry

ITSM Managed Services (Run/Operate/Optimize) (BPAEAJAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Collaboration & Productivity Platforms (M365/Google Workspace, Email, Chat/Meetings) (BPAEAIAD), Network, Infrastructure & Data Center Integration (BPAEAAAK), Business Messaging & Team Collaboration (HDAIAHAE)

Keywords

• Managed IT services
• Cybersecurity services
• Unified communications
• Cloud and connectivity
• Business continuity

Headquarters

HQ city

Nelson

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Managed IT Services: Recurring managed services revenue from comprehensive IT infrastructure, security, connectivity, cloud, and communications services delivered to enterprise and mid-market customers across UK sectors.
2. Cybersecurity Services: Security monitoring, incident response, staff training, and cybersecurity accreditation services. Enhanced through ECSC acquisition to expand cybersecurity offerings within managed service customer base.
3. Wholesale/Distribution: Products and services offered for resale through technology dealers, resellers, and distributors, allowing partners to expand portfolios while leveraging Wavenet's support infrastructure.
4. Connectivity Services: Internet, network solutions, business mobiles, IoT connectivity, and leased lines serving both direct enterprise customers and wholesale partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Daisy Corporate Services provides AI-powered managed IT services combining cybersecurity (CyberGuard), intelligent connectivity, cloud and modern workplace solutions, unified communications and voice, mobile and IoT, contact centre technology, and business continuity services to UK enterprises and mid-market organisations. Following the July 2024 merger, the offering is delivered under the Wavenet brand across direct sales, wholesale, and commercial real estate channels, serving more than 22,000 customers in sectors including public sector, healthcare, education, legal, financial services, and manufacturing.

Product overview

Daisy Corporate Services (now integrated with Wavenet following the July 2024 merger) operates as a unified platform-plus-solutions provider, offering a broad portfolio of IT managed services and security. The core offering spans intelligent connectivity, cloud & modern workplace, unified communications & voice, mobile & IoT, and CyberGuard cybersecurity. Supporting services include business continuity, contact centre solutions, AI & automation (including Microsoft 365 Copilot), PSTN switch-off migration, managed IT services, Wavenet Connected for commercial real estate, and wholesale partner programs. The portfolio is delivered through strategic vendor partnerships with Microsoft, Cisco, Fortinet, Darktrace, Mitel, and others, serving over 22,000 customers across sectors including public sector, education, healthcare, legal, housing, retail, manufacturing, and financial services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Intelligent Connectivity Fast, reliable internet and network solutions including networking equipment and connectivity services for UK enterprises and mid-market organisations.
• Unified Communications & Voice Business mobile, VoIP systems, contact centres, and communication tools enabling seamless collaboration with colleagues and customers.
• CyberGuard Cybersecurity Services Managed cybersecurity services including monitoring, incident response, staff training, and accreditation support, building resilience against cyber threats.
• Business Continuity Services Business continuity services and management consultancy evolved to meet the growing demands of UK organisations and new technology requirements.
• Cloud & Modern Workplace Technology infrastructure transformation services simplifying and strengthening internal IT, preparing it for future growth.
• Mobile & IoT Business mobile packages managing handsets, SIMs, tariffs, and connectivity with dedicated support, including IoT connectivity.
• Contact Centre Solutions Smart contact centre solutions enabling staffing level checks, automation of transactional activities, and improved customer interactions.
• AI & Automation Solutions AI-powered solutions using Microsoft 365 Copilot and other automation tools to increase workforce productivity by retrieving information, streamlining processes, and creating content.
• Managed IT Services Comprehensive managed IT services providing ongoing technology management and support across IT infrastructure, security, and communications.
• PSTN Switch-Off Migration Services Migration services helping businesses upgrade from the traditional phone network to digital alternatives before the UK PSTN switch-off.
• Wavenet Connected (Commercial Real Estate) Connectivity and networking solutions for commercial real estate and flexible workspace environments, delivering scalable, robust, and secure networking to tenants.
• Wholesale Services for Partners Portfolio of products and services offered to technology dealers, resellers, or distributors to expand their portfolio and retain and attract new customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Customer satisfaction (CSAT) consistently above 90%
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, key and flagship.

• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationPremier technology partnership for Microsoft 365, Azure, and Copilot integration. Wavenet delivers Microsoft Copilot services for business customers, providing generative AI assistance integrated with everyday Microsoft applications.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationCisco networking and collaboration solutions integrated into Wavenet's connectivity and unified communications offerings.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or IntegrationFortinet cybersecurity solutions integrated into CyberGuard security portfolio, providing network security and firewall capabilities.
• MitelcoreTechnology or IntegrationMitel communications and contact centre solutions. Wavenet holds Healthcare Partner of the Year and 2026 Healthcare & Contact Centre Specialisation Partner designations.
• DarktracekeyTechnology or IntegrationAI-powered cybersecurity solutions integrated into security monitoring and threat detection services.
• ZoomkeyTechnology or IntegrationZoom video communications platform offered as part of unified communications and collaboration solutions.
• GammakeyTechnology or IntegrationGamma voice and SIP trunking services integrated into unified communications offerings.
• 8x8keyTechnology or Integration8x8 cloud communications and contact centre solutions offered as part of the communications portfolio.
• VeeamkeyTechnology or IntegrationVeeam backup and data management solutions supporting business continuity and disaster recovery services.
• HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise)keyTechnology or IntegrationHPE server, storage, and networking infrastructure solutions supporting cloud and modern workplace services.
• Virgin Media O2flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMay 2025 announced merger of B2B operations to create £1.4bn combined unit targeting UK enterprise market. Strategic partnership to revolutionise UK business telecoms market, expected to close early H2 2025.
• ECSCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDaisy Corporate Services completed acquisition of cybersecurity service provider ECSC to enhance operational resilience offerings and expand cybersecurity services within managed service customer base.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Computacenter: UK-listed enterprise IT infrastructure provider and managed services competitor, overlapping with DCS/Wavenet on managed IT, networking, security and workplace services for mid-market and enterprise customers.
• Softcat: UK IT reseller and managed services provider selling Microsoft, Cisco, and security vendor solutions to mid-market and enterprise customers — closely comparable channel and customer base to DCS/Wavenet.
• Gamma Communications: UK-focused UCaaS, SIP trunking and connectivity provider; existing DCS/Wavenet partner and direct competitor in unified communications and channel/wholesale.
• TalkTalk Business: UK B2B connectivity, voice and wholesale provider competing head-to-head with Daisy/Wavenet on Ethernet, broadband and SIP services.
• Nasstar: UK managed services provider focused on cloud, connectivity and managed IT for mid-market customers; comparable scale and customer profile to DCS's mid-market offering.
• Six Degrees Group: UK managed cloud, connectivity and security services provider with overlapping mid-market and enterprise customer base and similar vendor stack.

Broad incumbents

• Virgin Media O2 Business: Major UK B2B connectivity and communications provider; counterparty in the announced £1.4bn JV with Wavenet/Daisy and direct competitor across connectivity, UCaaS, mobile and managed services.
• BT Business: Largest UK incumbent business telecoms and IT services provider; competes across connectivity, UCaaS, managed security and cloud, with broader portfolio and deeper public sector reach.
• Capita: Large UK IT services and outsourcing incumbent with significant public sector presence; competes on managed IT, networking and digital workplace across overlapping verticals.

Regional players

• KCOM: Regional UK telecoms and IT services provider (Hull-centric) offering connectivity, UCaaS and managed services; comparable product set but geographically narrower than the UK-wide DCS/Wavenet footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Daisy_Corporate

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A17 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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