What evolvit does

EvolvIT (legally Peninsula EvolvIT Ltd) is a Bristol-headquartered managed IT services provider that has operated continuously for nearly 20 years since its founding in 2005. The company delivers outsourced IT support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and to schools across Bristol, the South West of England, and Wales, with clients also served nationwide through remote delivery. Its service portfolio spans 24/7 helpdesk support, real-time remote monitoring and management, hosted desktop (VDI), cloud backup and disaster recovery, multi-layered cybersecurity, Microsoft 365 deployment and migration, network and WiFi infrastructure, VoIP installation, and database development — provided under a modular structure that consolidates vendors into a single outsourced IT department.

The business operates a per-device monthly subscription model for managed services, complemented by project-based professional services for audits, migrations, and installations. Approximately 95% of support is delivered remotely, enabling nationwide client coverage from a Bristol-based engineering team, and the company reports a 99% customer retention rate over the last 10 years. The technology stack is anchored by partnerships with Datto (Gold Partner status) for backup and IT management, Kaseya for IT management software, and Microsoft for Microsoft 365 services, with Cyber Essentials certification providing baseline cybersecurity credibility. Distribution relies on direct sales channels — an online quotation system and phone-based enquiries — supplemented by content marketing through blog posts, case studies, testimonials, and organic social presence on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

EvolvIT is an independent private limited company with no disclosed parent, no external funding, and no M&A activity. It is led by founder-directors Darren Hayes and Dave Blackhurst alongside director Matt Winchester, with headcount in the 11-50 range. Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed, and no changes in ownership, control structure, or major strategic transactions are evidenced in the available data.

Name

evolvit

Legal name

Peninsula EvolvIT Ltd

Website

https://evolvit.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

EvolvIT is a Bristol-based managed IT services provider offering outsourced IT support, cybersecurity, cloud/Microsoft 365, hosted desktop, and network services to SMEs and schools across the South West of England and Wales under a per-device subscription model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Bristol

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Managed IT Services: Recurring managed service contracts billed per device managed. Includes 24/7 monitoring, support, maintenance, and proactive management of client IT infrastructure.
2. Professional Services: One-time services including IT audits, consulting, migrations, hardware installation, and project-based work. On-site repairs and maintenance included as standard in managed service packages.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Evolvit (legal name Peninsula EvolvIT Ltd) is a managed IT services provider based in Bristol, UK, delivering outsourced IT support to small and medium-sized businesses across the South West of England and Wales. The core offering is a per-device managed IT service providing 24/7 helpdesk support, remote monitoring, onsite engineering, and a single point of contact for all IT needs. This is complemented by project-based professional services including cloud migrations, Microsoft 365 deployments, cybersecurity, hosted desktop, VoIP, network/WiFi installation, and disaster recovery.

Product overview

Evolvit is a managed IT services provider (MSP) offering a comprehensive suite of IT support and infrastructure services primarily serving SMEs in Bristol, the South West, and Wales. The company's core offering is its managed IT support service, which provides 24/7 assistance, remote monitoring, and onsite support. This is complemented by specialized modules including IT Support for Schools, Computer Support, Server Support, Hosted Desktop (virtual desktop infrastructure), Network Support, Cloud Backup, Data Backup, Database Development, Cyber Security Services, Disaster Recovery, Office 365 management, Outsourced IT Department, Business Connectivity, Business WiFi Solutions, and VOIP Installation. The portfolio operates on a modular basis where clients can access various services based on their business needs, with the company providing a single point of contact and unified IT management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Managed IT Support (Outsourced IT Department) Core managed IT service delivering 24/7 helpdesk support, remote monitoring, onsite engineering, account management, and strategic IT consultancy as an outsourced IT department for UK SMEs. Includes handling of third-party support contracts and hardware warranties.
• IT Support for Schools Tailored managed IT support service for UK schools and educational institutions covering computer support, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity. Designed for schools with limited IT budgets that need secure student data management and learning infrastructure.
• Cybersecurity Services Multi-layered cybersecurity defence service including proactive threat monitoring, antivirus deployment, employee security training, and compliance support to protect business systems and data against evolving threats.
• Cloud and Microsoft 365 Management Managed Microsoft 365 deployment, migration, and ongoing administration including cloud transitions, email, and collaboration tool setup for businesses.
• Hosted Desktop Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) / hosted desktop service enabling secure remote access to business systems from multiple locations, supporting hybrid and remote working arrangements.
• Cloud Backup Cloud-based backup solution for data protection, business continuity, and disaster recovery using cloud storage platforms, backed by the company's Datto Gold Partner relationship.
• Disaster Recovery Disaster recovery planning and rapid failover systems that minimise business disruption during emergencies, paired with the company's cloud and hybrid backup technologies.
• Network Support Network infrastructure design, installation, and ongoing support service covering wired and wireless networking solutions for businesses of all sizes.
• Business WiFi Solutions Professional WiFi installation and management service including wireless network design, configuration, and ongoing support tailored to business environments.
• VOIP Installation Voice over IP (VoIP) phone system installation, configuration, and support service covering hardware, softphones, and gateway setup for business telephony.
• Business Connectivity Business internet connectivity solutions including broadband, leased lines, and network connections designed for reliable business communications.
• Computer Support Hardware and software support service for desktop computers, laptops, and mobile devices including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Server Support Physical and virtual server management service covering maintenance, monitoring, and infrastructure support for both on-premise and cloud-hosted server environments.
• Database Development Custom database solutions and development service for business applications and ongoing data management requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% customer retention over 10 years
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• DattocoreTechnology or IntegrationDatto is a leading provider of cloud-based software and technology solutions for IT management. EvolvIT holds Gold Partner status with Datto, providing access to enterprise-grade backup, disaster recovery, and IT management tools for serving SME clients.
• KaseyacoreTechnology or IntegrationKaseya provides IT management software solutions. EvolvIT maintains a partnership with Kaseya for delivering managed IT services to clients.
• Microsoft 365coreTechnology or IntegrationEvolvIT specialises in Microsoft 365 deployments, migrations, and management, positioning Microsoft 365 as a core technology component of their service offerings.

Scale indicators4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Others

• Kaseya: Global provider of IT management software for MSPs and IT teams; Evolvit is an existing Kaseya partner and uses Kaseya tooling for RMM. Included as an ecosystem enabler rather than direct competitor, but Kaseya's direct-to-end-user motions could overlap at the margin.
• ConnectWise: Provider of business management, RMM, and cybersecurity software for MSPs. Adjacent ecosystem player whose tooling underpins many UK MSPs, comparable positioning to Evolvit's Kaseya/Datto stack.
• Datto: Provider of cloud-based backup, disaster recovery, and remote monitoring software for MSPs; Evolvit holds Datto Gold Partner status. Ecosystem partner rather than competitor, but Datto's broader MSP platform strategy is adjacent to Evolvit's offerings.

Direct peers

• Quiss Technology: UK managed IT services provider delivering outsourced IT support, cloud, and managed security to SMEs and mid-market. Comparable regional MSP positioning and outsourced IT department offering.
• Celerity IT: UK managed IT services and cloud solutions provider serving SME and mid-market customers with outsourced IT support, Microsoft 365, and connectivity services. Closest direct comparable to Evolvit in geography, customer segment (UK SMEs), and service portfolio.
• Daisy Corporate Services (Currys Business): UK managed IT services, connectivity, and cloud provider serving SMEs and mid-market customers with outsourced IT support and unified communications. Comparable outsourced-IT-department model and SME target segment to Evolvit.

Broad incumbents

• Softcat: UK-headquartered FTSE-listed IT infrastructure provider and reseller offering managed services, cloud, and cybersecurity to organisations of all sizes. Broadly comparable to Evolvit's managed IT and Microsoft 365 offerings but operating at materially greater scale and with a much wider portfolio.
• Computacenter: Large UK and European IT services provider delivering managed services, workplace, datacentre, and security solutions to enterprise and mid-market customers. Overlaps with Evolvit's outsourced IT, cloud, and cybersecurity offerings but serves predominantly larger customers.
• SCC (Specialist Computer Centres): UK-based IT services and solutions provider offering managed services, cloud migration, networking, and unified communications. Directly comparable managed IT services portfolio to Evolvit's, scaled to enterprise clients across multiple geographies.

Emerging players

• Pax8: Global cloud commerce platform serving MSPs with procurement, billing, and managed services tooling. Not a direct competitor but increasingly enables smaller MSPs to deliver cloud services more efficiently, raising the competitive baseline for firms like Evolvit.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/evolvitbristol
• Facebookfacebook.com/Peninsula-EvolvIT-Ltd-247580888589551
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/peninsula-evolvit-ltd

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 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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