Creative Network Solutions

What Creative Network Solutions does

Creative Network Solutions (legal entity Crea8ive Network Solutions Limited) is a private UK-based IT managed services provider headquartered in Preston, England, serving small and medium-sized businesses across North West England. The company offers a broad portfolio spanning cloud computing (Infrastructure as a Service, public cloud, hybrid cloud architecture), desktop and server management, network and data security, secure remote access/virtual desktops, cloud backup, hosted email, business VoIP, connectivity, mobile networks, and wireless network management. Its core packaged offering is Technology as a Service (TaaS), which bundles all technology and support needs into a single fixed monthly fee, supplemented by 24/7 helpdesk and proactive network monitoring.

The firm targets SMB customers lacking in-house IT departments across 8 cities (Preston, Manchester, Liverpool, Bolton, Blackburn, Kendal, Lancaster, Wigan), acquired primarily through direct phone outreach and website inquiries. Revenue is generated through subscription/recurring managed services contracts, usage-based cloud consumption, and professional services for implementation and security assessments. The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors, employs 1-10 people, and operates without external funding, suggesting an owner-operated and organically grown regional services business.

The technical stack relies on partnerships that the company states provide SMB customers with access to enterprise-class infrastructure and security, including corporate-level cloud security and continuous network monitoring. No proprietary platform, patents, AI/ML capabilities, certifications, or formal third-party recognition are documented in the available data. The business model is fundamentally services-led rather than product-led, with the SMB managed services value proposition centered on eliminating the burden of in-house IT management rather than differentiated technology innovation.

Name

Creative Network Solutions

Legal name

Crea8ive Network Solutions Limited

Website

https://creative-network.co.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Creative Network Solutions is a UK-based IT managed services provider in Preston serving SMBs across North West England with cloud, security, VoIP, and TaaS bundled IT support under a recurring subscription model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Communications Services, Nec (4899)

akta.pro primary industry

Network Implementation & Integration Services (BPAEAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Network Architecture & Design Services (BPAEAEAA), Network Resilience & High Availability Services (Redundancy, Failover) (BPAEAEAL), Business Messaging & Team Collaboration (HDAIAHAE), Technical Enablement & Adoption Services (Change Management, Adoption, Champions) (BPAEANAC)

Keywords

• Managed IT services
• Cloud computing solutions
• Business VoIP services
• Network security management
• IT support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Preston

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Managed IT Services: Recurring managed services model providing ongoing IT support, maintenance, monitoring, and security management to SMB customers on a subscription basis. Services include desktop/server management, cloud solutions, security, and telecoms bundled or sold individually.
2. Technology as a Service (TaaS): One fixed monthly fee model bundling all technology and support needs, providing predictable recurring revenue with cost efficiency for customers compared to purchasing equipment outright.
3. Cloud Infrastructure Services: IaaS and public cloud solutions where customers pay for virtual resources, servers, and infrastructure on a scalable basis, with options for pay-as-you-go or contracted consumption.
4. Professional Services: Consultation, implementation, and training services for IT installations, system migrations, and security assessments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Creative Network Solutions is a managed IT services provider that delivers outsourced technology support, cloud infrastructure, telecommunications, and network security to small and medium-sized businesses across North West England. The company bundles hardware, software, monitoring, security, and 24/7 helpdesk support under a "Technology as a Service" (TaaS) fixed monthly subscription model, supplemented by standalone IAAS, Hybrid Cloud, Business VoIP, backup, and security assessments.

Product overview

Creative Network Solutions is an IT support and managed services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of technology solutions for SMBs across North West England. The core offering centers on IT Support Services and Technology as a Service (TaaS), which provides technology and support for a fixed monthly fee. The product suite spans cloud infrastructure (IAAS & Public Cloud Solutions, Hybrid Cloud Services), data protection (Cloud & Offsite Backup Solutions), communication (Business VoIP Solutions, Cloud Email Solutions), endpoint management (Desktop and Server Management), and security (Network Data Security & Assessments, Security Services, Secure Remote Access). Additional offerings include connectivity services, mobile networks, and wireless network management systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IT Support Services Managed IT support services for SMBs across the North West of England, providing 24/7 monitoring, alerting, escalation, and system maintenance for desktops, laptops, and servers.
• Technology as a Service (TaaS) A fixed monthly fee bundle providing all technology and support needs for customers, including hardware, software, and ongoing service, eliminating the cost and hassle of managing equipment outright.
• IAAS & Public Cloud Solutions Infrastructure as a Service providing virtual software, hardware, and server resources over the internet on a pay-for-what-you-use pricing model for SMB customers.
• Hybrid Cloud Services Custom-engineered hybrid cloud combining on-premise private cloud with public cloud services for businesses with variable demand, providing scalability, cost-effectiveness, and seamless integration with API compatibility.
• Cloud & Offsite Backup Solutions Cloud-based backup solutions providing secure offsite data protection and disaster recovery for business continuity.
• Cloud Email Solutions for Business Hosted business-class email solutions delivering enterprise-level features and security.
• Desktop and Server Management System maintenance including patching, spyware protection, antivirus, preventive maintenance, 24/7 monitoring, and server administration.
• Network Data Security & Assessments Comprehensive security assessments and network protection including firewalls, anti-virus, encryption, and ongoing monitoring to defend against unauthorized access.
• Business VoIP Solutions Voice over Internet Protocol solutions replacing traditional phone systems with internet-based calling capabilities for business communications.
• Private Internet Access Solutions Secure internet connectivity solutions delivering protected and reliable network access for businesses.
• Mobile Networks Mobile network solutions for business communication needs.
• Connectivity Services Internet and network connectivity solutions with differentiated service levels for business operations.
• Wireless Network Management Systems Management and monitoring solutions for wireless network infrastructure ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Secure Remote Access Secure virtual desktop solutions enabling employees to access company networks and applications from remote locations with restricted file access, automatic daily backups, and daily rollback to pristine condition.
• Security Services Corporate-level cloud security integrated with proactive network monitoring providing all-round managed security protection.

Named customers3 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Synapse IT: Smaller UK regional IT managed services provider for SMBs. Comparable size, service mix, and target customer profile to CNS.
• Littlefish: UK-based managed IT services provider offering cloud, security, and support to SMB and mid-market clients. Highly comparable business model — recurring managed services with focus on customer service quality.
• Netstar UK: London-based IT managed services provider for SMBs offering cloud, security, and support. Comparable subscription-based managed services model.
• AAG Systems: UK IT support and managed services provider for SMBs across cloud, security, and telecoms. Comparable product breadth and customer segment.
• Triangle Networks: UK managed IT services company targeting SMBs with cloud, connectivity, and VoIP solutions. Closely aligned product set and target customer profile.
• Mintivo: UK-based managed IT and cloud services firm focused on SMBs. Similar cloud-first, subscription-based service delivery model.
• The One Point: UK managed services and connectivity provider serving SMB and mid-market. Similar breadth across cloud, telecoms, and managed IT support.

Broad incumbents

• Focus Group: Established UK managed services provider offering cloud, communications, and IT support to SMBs. Direct overlap in VoIP and managed IT, with broader portfolio including mobile and connectivity.
• Babble: UK-wide cloud communications and managed services provider. Larger incumbent that competes with CNS in VoIP, cloud, and SMB IT support, but operates at significantly greater scale.

Regional players

• Datcom: Managed IT and cloud services provider based in the East Midlands, serving UK SMBs. Comparable regional MSP positioning with similar cloud, VoIP, and managed security offerings.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/crea8ivenetwork
• Facebookfacebook.com/crea8ivenetwork

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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

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