Illico Network

What Illico Network does

Illico Réseau is a French managed IT services provider headquartered in Angers with a secondary team in Nantes, founded in 2007 to design, deploy and protect IT infrastructure for enterprises, public-sector organizations, healthcare providers and educational institutions in the Grand Ouest region of France. The company operates a sales-led, direct enterprise field-sales model, engaging with IT decision-makers at mid-market and ETI (enterprise-sized mid-market) accounts through consultation-driven engagements, supported by a customer portal for ticketing, request tracking and Level 2 certified engineer assistance.

The product portfolio combines network integration, managed cybersecurity, managed Wi-Fi and cloud/hosting services. Branded managed-service offerings include ILLI-FLASH (security audit), ILLI-WATCH (vulnerability management), ILLI-PROTECT (security tool supervision), ILLI-BACKUP (data backup and disaster recovery planning), ILLI-SCAN (penetration testing) and ILLI-PHISH (phishing simulation and awareness), together with Willicloud Wi-Fi-as-a-Service, SD-WAN, SD-LAN, managed LAN, managed firewall, endpoint security, Microsoft 365/Azure cloud security and private cloud hosting. The stack is built on partnerships with Stormshield (Platinum), Olfeo (Elite), Hornetsecurity (Gold), Ruckus/Commscope (Elite), Fortinet, Vade for M365, Veeam, VMware, Trend Micro, Huawei, Cisco, Aruba and others, and is differentiated by the ExpertCyber cybersecurity label (AFNOR/Cybermalveillance.gouv.fr, obtained January 21, 2022 and renewed in 2024) and the 2025 LUCIE Progress RSE label. Announced 2026 additions include EDR/XDR cybersecurity, an AI-powered Self-Healing Network, Wi-Fi 7/edge/private 5G offerings and a Wi-Fi Managé Enterprise solution, alongside a rebrand and website modernization centered on the Willi mascot.

The business model blends professional services (network and security integration projects) with recurring managed services and subscriptions (infogérance, Willicloud, managed firewall, managed backup, managed security), sold on monthly to annual cadences via quote-based enterprise pricing. The company is a privately held Société à Responsabilité Limitée (SARL), apparently founder-managed by Dirigeant Richard MEZIERE, with no disclosed external investors, acquisitions or funding rounds. Scale signals include 24 collaborators, 350+ active clients, 1,900+ support tickets per year and a reported 95% customer satisfaction rate, with operations concentrated in Maine-et-Loire and the surrounding Grand Ouest departments.

Name

Illico Network

Legal name

Illico Réseau

Website

https://illico-reseau.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Illico Réseau is a French managed IT services provider headquartered in Angers, serving 350+ enterprise and public-sector clients across the Grand Ouest region with network infrastructure, managed cybersecurity, and managed Wi-Fi solutions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513), Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Network Architecture & Design Services (BPAEAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Helpdesk & End-User Support Services (BPAEABAB), Network Performance Management & Observability Services (BPAEAEAH), Digital Experience Monitoring & Management (DEX/DEM, AIOps for EUC) (BPAEAIAF)

Keywords

• Managed network services
• Cybersecurity consulting
• Managed Wi-Fi solutions
• IT infrastructure services
• Cloud hosting services

Headquarters

HQ city

Angers

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Network Integration Services: Design, deployment and protection of computer networks including wired, wireless, and security infrastructure solutions
2. Cybersecurity Services: Cybersecurity offerings including security audits (ILLI-FLASH), vulnerability management (ILLI-WATCH), cybersecurity tool supervision (ILLI-PROTECT), penetration testing (ILLI-SCAN), and phishing simulation (ILLI-PHISH)
3. Infrastructure and Hosting: Infrastructure virtualization, private cloud hosting, and managed backup solutions (ILLI-BACKUP) including disaster recovery planning
4. Managed Wi-Fi Solutions: Managed Wi-Fi services including Wi-Fi as a Service (Willicloud), captive portal solutions, and event Wi-Fi deployments
5. Managed Services (Infogérance): Outsourcing of all or part of information systems including infrastructure management, service management, and preventive maintenance (MCO). Offered through various formulas: monthly, quarterly, bi-annual or annual subscriptions, potentially including hardware and software resources

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Illico Réseau designs, deploys, and manages IT infrastructure for businesses, public-sector organizations, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions across the Grand Ouest region of France. Its core service lines cover network and security integration (LAN/WAN, SD-LAN, SD-WAN), managed Wi-Fi (including the Willicloud cloud-managed offering), infrastructure and private cloud hosting, and a branded cybersecurity suite (ILLI-FLASH audits, ILLI-WATCH vulnerability management, ILLI-PROTECT supervision, ILLI-BACKUP backup, ILLI-SCAN pentests, ILLI-PHISH awareness). Services are delivered by 24 certified engineers out of Angers and Nantes, with recurring support handled through a customer ticketing portal.

Product overview

Illico Réseau is an IT services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of network, security, and infrastructure solutions. The core offerings include managed network integration services (LAN/WAN/SD-WAN), managed Wi-Fi solutions (including Willicloud WaaS), and cybersecurity services. The cybersecurity portfolio features branded ILLI- prefixed solutions: ILLI-FLASH® for security audits, ILLI-WATCH® for vulnerability management, ILLI-PROTECT® for security tool supervision, ILLI-BACKUP® for data backup, ILLI-SCAN® for penetration testing, and ILLI-PHISH® for phishing simulation and user awareness training. Infrastructure services include virtualization, hosting, and private cloud solutions. The company also offers managed services including SD-LAN, managed firewall, managed endpoints, cloud security, and managed backup for hybrid environments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ILLI-BACKUP®: Data backup service offering managed backup solutions for internal and cloud environments.
• ILLI-FLASH®
• ILLI-WATCH®
• ILLI-PROTECT®
• ILLI-SCAN®
• ILLI-PHISH®
• Willicloud

Products and services

• Intégration Réseau & Sécurité Network and security integration service covering LAN and WAN infrastructure deployment, configuration, and management for enterprise and public-sector clients. Delivered as a project-based professional service.
• Audit & Conseil Advisory and audit service for security and infrastructure assessment, providing optimization recommendations and strategic IT guidance. Sold as a standalone consulting engagement.
• Infrastructure et Virtualisation Design, deployment, and management of virtualized IT environments for enterprise clients, leveraging partnerships with VMware, Nutanix, Dell EMC, and Cisco.
• Hébergement & Cloud Privé Hosting and private cloud services including data center infrastructure and cloud deployment for enterprise and public-sector clients requiring sovereign or hybrid environments.
• ILLI-BACKUP® – Sauvegarde des Données Managed data backup service protecting critical business data across internal and cloud environments (including Microsoft 365), with disaster recovery planning on hosted infrastructure. Registered trademark.
• Wi-Fi Managé Managed Wi-Fi service delivering enterprise-grade wireless connectivity with centralized management, security controls, and performance optimization for businesses and local authorities.
• Audit Wi-Fi Wi-Fi coverage audit service identifying poorly covered zones, interference sources, and producing precise wireless network mapping to support network redesign projects.
• Wi-Fi Événementiel Temporary Wi-Fi network deployment service for cultural and sporting events, providing secure, high-performance connectivity for short-duration venues such as the Nature is Bike festival.
• ILLI-FLASH® – Audit Sécurité Informatique Security audit service evaluating information system vulnerability, including internet exposure, security architecture, network segmentation, Microsoft 365 environment, and backup strategy, aligned with ANSSI recommendations. Registered trademark.
• ILLI-WATCH® – Gestion des Vulnérabilités Vulnerability management service detecting, prioritizing, and correcting IT vulnerabilities to limit cyber risks within information systems, sold as a recurring managed engagement. Registered trademark.
• ILLI-PROTECT® – Supervision Outils Cybersécurité Continuous monitoring and supervision of cybersecurity tools and infrastructure, providing real-time alerting and operational oversight of firewalls, endpoint protection, and related security platforms. Registered trademark.
• ILLI-SCAN® – Pentest & Test d'Intrusion Penetration testing and intrusion testing service identifying security vulnerabilities and validating system defenses, delivered by ExpertCyber-certified engineers. Registered trademark.
• ILLI-PHISH® – Simulation Phishing et Sensibilisation Phishing simulation and user awareness training solution that educates employees on cybersecurity threats and social engineering attacks. Registered trademark.
• Willicloud – Wi-Fi as a Service Cloud-managed Wi-Fi as a Service offering flexible, secure wireless network deployment for enterprises and local authorities, delivered as a subscription with cloud-based management.
• LAN Managé Managed LAN service providing centralized management of enterprise local area networks through a unified console and recurring operational support.
• Firewall Managé Managed firewall service providing centralized, outsourced firewall administration and security monitoring on a recurring subscription basis.
• Sécurité Postes de Travail Endpoint security service providing enhanced protection for user workstations and devices, including antivirus, EDR-style controls, and policy enforcement.
• Sécurité Cloud Cloud environment security service covering email security, Microsoft Teams protection, and Microsoft Azure security for cloud-hosted workloads.
• SD-LAN (Software-Defined LAN) Software-defined local area network solution enabling centralized management, increased agility, reinforced security, and cost reduction for enterprise LAN environments.
• SD-WAN (Software-Defined WAN) Software-defined wide area network solution providing multi-network and multi-technology capabilities, intelligent traffic distribution, and WAN optimization across internet links (ADSL, fiber, 4G) and traditional MPLS lines, with automated routing and security features.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% customer satisfaction rate
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability2 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• StormshieldcoreTechnology or IntegrationStormshield is a European cybersecurity company providing network security solutions including firewalls and endpoint protection. Illico Réseau holds Stormshield Platinum certification, indicating advanced expertise in deploying and managing Stormshield security infrastructure for enterprise clients.
• Hornetsecurity (VADE)coreTechnology or IntegrationHornetsecurity, formerly VADE, is a global leader in email security offering protection against phishing, spam, and malware. Illico Réseau collaborates with Hornetsecurity on webinars and delivers email security solutions including Vade for M365 to protect client Microsoft 365 environments.
• Vade for M365coreTechnology or IntegrationAI-powered email security solution specifically designed for Microsoft 365 environments, providing real-time threat analysis, automatic threat removal, spam categorization, and protection against zero-day attacks.
• OlfeocoreTechnology or IntegrationOlfeo is a European web security expert providing SWG (Secure Web Gateway) solutions including URL filtering, proxy, TLS inspection, and user awareness. Illico Réseau holds Olfeo Elite Partner status and hosts collaborative webinars on web filtering solutions.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or IntegrationFortinet provides comprehensive cybersecurity solutions including next-generation firewalls, SD-WAN, and network security. Featured as a key technology partner for enterprise security deployments.
• VMwarecoreTechnology or IntegrationVMware is a global leader in virtualization and cloud computing infrastructure. Illico Réseau holds VMware certification for deploying and managing virtualization solutions.
• VeeamcoreTechnology or IntegrationVeeam provides data management and backup solutions for virtualized infrastructure. Illico Réseau holds Veeam certification for backup and data protection implementations.
• Microsoft M365coreTechnology or IntegrationMicrosoft 365 is the productivity and security platform including Teams, Azure, and security solutions. Illico Réseau implements Microsoft 365 security solutions including MFA, email protection, and Teams security.
• Ruckus Networks (Commscope)coreTechnology or IntegrationRuckus Networks provides enterprise Wi-Fi solutions and networking technology. Illico Réseau holds Ruckus Elite Partner certification for professional Wi-Fi deployment.
• UCOPIAcoreTechnology or IntegrationUCOPIA provides captive portal and Wi-Fi access management solutions. Illico Réseau holds UCOPIA Silver Partner certification for Wi-Fi access control implementations.
• Trend MicrocoreTechnology or IntegrationTrend Micro provides cybersecurity solutions including antivirus, endpoint protection, and network security. Illico Réseau holds Trend Micro certified partner status.
• Selya Boulo / Nat'Handi ArtistiqueminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSelya Boulo is a para swimmer supported by Illico Réseau. The company sponsors her participation in international inclusive artistic swimming competitions including the Mexico 2025 event. This partnership aligns with the company's RSE commitments to inclusion and community support.
• Safe Water Cube / Agir EnsembleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIllico Réseau supported the DEFI VEL'EAU challenge, a humanitarian project that funded a Safe Water Cube water purification system for a children's home in Baher Dar, Ethiopia. Denis Brichet cycled 2,700km from Los Angeles to Kansas City to raise funds for this initiative.
• Nature is Bike FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNature is Bike is the first gravel cycling festival in France, held in Angers. Illico Réseau has been a local partner providing Wi-Fi connectivity solutions for the event and supporting sustainable sports events in the region.
• Université Catholique de l'Ouest (UCO)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUCO is a university in Angers. Illico Réseau partnered with UCO for joint presentations at ADN Ouest Rencontres Numériques 2025 on the topic of data protection and digital security.
• ADN OuestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerADN Ouest organizes the Rencontres Numériques de l'Ouest, an annual B2B technology event in Angers. Illico Réseau participates as an exhibitor and presenter at this regional digital innovation event.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Econocom: French-headquartered IT services and managed services provider covering networking, cybersecurity, and workplace infrastructure across Europe — directly comparable in service mix, but at materially larger scale than Illico Réseau.
• Devoteam: Paris-based digital transformation and IT services firm with strong cybersecurity and cloud practices; comparable offering footprint but operates nationally and across multiple European markets.
• SCC France: European IT services group with deep vendor partnerships (Cisco, Microsoft, VMware, Ruckus) and managed services across infrastructure and security — a direct competitor in the same vendor-led MSP space.
• Aubay: French IT services and consulting firm delivering infrastructure, application, and security services to mid-market and enterprise clients — closest scale-and-niche analogue to Illico Réseau in French regions.
• Sopra Steria: Major French IT services group with extensive cybersecurity and infrastructure offerings; a much larger incumbent that competes on enterprise mandates but overlaps heavily on managed network and security services.
• Capgemini: Global French-origin IT services leader with deep infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity practices; only overlaps Illico Réseau on the smaller end of enterprise managed services deals but sets competitive pricing.

Others

• Stormshield: European cybersecurity vendor whose firewall and endpoint portfolio Illico Réseau deploys and holds Platinum certification on; a key technology partner rather than direct competitor, but their go-to-market occasionally overlaps with MSP services.

Regional players

• WALLIX: France-based cybersecurity specialist focused on privileged access management and identity security — comparable French cybersecurity DNA and mid-market customer base, but product-side rather than pure services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/IllicoReseau
• Facebookfacebook.com/illicoreseau
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/illico-reseau-angers

Compliance13 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

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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