What Espi does

Espi Limited is a Cambridge-based Sage Business Partner delivering Sage 200 and Sage Intacct implementation, managed IT services, and cybersecurity to UK small and medium-sized enterprises, with primary verticals in manufacturing, bio/pharma, distribution, and professional services. The firm was founded in 1994 by qualified accountant Natalie Benson on the premise of providing a single technology partner for accounting software, IT support, and business systems, and is now led by Managing Director Michelle White following Benson's 2026 retirement.

Espi's technology stack is anchored on Sage 200 (available in cloud-based Standard and on-premise/Azure Professional editions) and Sage Intacct for cloud financial management, extended by an integrated suite of certified partner solutions: Sicon add-ons covering finance, commercials, manufacturing, warehousing, document management, approvals and CRM; CIM200 for manufacturing stock control, BOMs, works orders and shop-floor data capture; and the IMan integration platform connecting Sage 200 to e-commerce (Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, Amazon, eBay), CRM (Salesforce, Microsoft 365), payment (PayPal), courier, and EDI/trading partner systems. Managed IT and cybersecurity services — including Datto AV endpoint protection, Proofpoint email security, EDR/MDR, RMM, vulnerability scanning, dark web monitoring, penetration testing, and tiered Security Bundles at £130/month (Basic) and £340/month (Enhanced) for 10 users — round out the portfolio.

The revenue model is predominantly recurring, combining Sage software licensing and support subscriptions, managed IT subscriptions, and cybersecurity bundle subscriptions, supplemented by project-based integration development (IMan) and tailored training services. Distribution is primarily direct via the website, phone, and email, augmented by Sage's partner network and, since June 2026, the resources of the Innov8 Group following Espi's acquisition. The firm employs between 11 and 50 staff (with 9 named across management and delivery) and is registered in England and Wales as company number 06290152, headquartered at Victory House, Vision Park, Histon, Cambridge CB24 9ZR.

Name

Espi

Legal name

Espi Limited

Website

https://espi.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Espi Limited is a Cambridge-based Sage Business Partner providing Sage 200 and Sage Intacct implementation, managed IT, and cybersecurity services to UK SMEs in manufacturing, bio/pharma, and distribution. Now part of the Innov8 Group since June 2026.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business Management Software & IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (51821)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) & FP&A Platforms (HDAEAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Enterprise Service Management (ESM) Platforms (HDAEALAB)

Keywords

• Sage business partner
• Managed IT services
• Business management software
• Cyber security services
• Cloud accounting software

Headquarters

HQ city

Dry Drayton

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Sage Software Sales and Support: Revenue from Sage 200 and Sage Intacct software sales, implementation, consultancy, training, and ongoing support services. Includes add-on modules from Sicon and CIM200.
2. Managed IT Services: Fully managed IT services for growing SME businesses including proactive monitoring, maintenance, security management, and helpdesk support with clear response targets
3. Cyber Security Services: Security bundles providing layered protection including endpoint protection, email security, cloud backups, active threat monitoring, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and MDR services
4. Integration Development: Custom integration projects using IMan platform connecting Sage 200 with third-party systems, e-commerce platforms, CRM tools, and bespoke applications
5. Training Services: Tailored training programmes for Sage 200 including on-site, remote, one-to-one, or group sessions with 30 days post-training support

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Espi is a UK-based Sage Business Partner that sells, implements and supports Sage 200 and Sage Intacct business management software, and provides managed IT services and layered cyber security solutions (including managed antivirus, EDR/MDR, email security, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing and bundled security subscriptions) primarily to UK SMEs in Cambridge, Southeast England and beyond.

Product overview

Espi provides a comprehensive business technology portfolio built around Sage software and managed IT services. The core offerings include Sage 200 (available in Standard cloud and Professional on-premise/Azure versions) and Sage Intacct as the primary ERP/accounting platforms, supplemented by extensive add-on modules including Sicon (90+ enhancements covering manufacturing, CRM, warehousing, document automation, approvals, and financials) and CIM200 (full manufacturing suite with stock control, BOM, works orders, planning, and graphical scheduling). Integration capabilities are delivered through IMan, connecting Sage 200 to ecommerce platforms (Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, Amazon, eBay), payment gateways (PayPal), CRMs (Salesforce, Microsoft 365), and courier services. The company also provides managed IT services covering proactive monitoring, helpdesk support, and infrastructure management, alongside a full cybersecurity portfolio including managed antivirus (Datto AV), EDR/MDR detection and response, email security (ProofPoint), vulnerability scanning (Vulscan), penetration testing, dark web monitoring, and security bundles (Basic at £130/month, Enhanced at £340/month for 10 users). Training and report writing services support user adoption and custom reporting needs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sage 200 An accounting and business management solution for SMEs, available in Sage 200 Standard (cloud-based, core finance and stock) and Sage 200 Professional (on-premise or Azure, with advanced manufacturing and project accounting). Includes configuration of chart of accounts, cost centres, workflows, and approval hierarchies.
• Sage Intacct A best-in-class cloud financial management solution delivering deep accounting capability across multiple industries with real-time reporting, multi-entity management, and automation. Targets businesses replacing spreadsheets and manual processes.
• Managed IT Services Fully managed IT services providing proactive monitoring, helpdesk support, backup and disaster recovery, Microsoft 365 management, and network/device management for growing SMEs, with no in-house IT team required.
• Cyber Security Services Layered cybersecurity protection including antivirus, endpoint detection and response, email security, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, dark web monitoring, and security audits for SMEs.
• IMan Integration Platform Integration and transformation platform connecting Sage 200 to ecommerce platforms, CRMs, courier services, and custom business applications with full validation, logging, and error handling. Espi customises and delivers IMan integrations.
• Sicon Add-ons for Sage 200 Extensive suite of native add-ons covering Finance, Commercials, Manufacturing, Approvals, Barcoding & Warehousing, Document Management, CRM, HR, Expenses, Timesheets and more, integrated within Sage 200 in real time.
• CIM200 Manufacturing Solution Complete manufacturing solution for Sage 200 providing stock control, bill of materials, works orders, planning, costing, shop floor data capture, and graphical scheduling within Sage 200.
• Sage 200 Report Writing Bespoke report design and development using Sage 200 Report Designer, MS Excel with ODBC, and Power BI for operational, financial, and management reporting.
• Sage 200 Training Tailored training covering core financials, commercials, manufacturing, reporting, and add-ons with on-site, remote, one-to-one or group options plus 30 days post-training support.
• Sage 200 Support Ongoing support with direct access to specialists, clear logging and tracking, fast response times, proactive advice, and flexible escalation options for Sage 200 customers.
• IT Support Fast, reliable IT support with remote-first approach, approximately 97% first-time fix rate, proactive monitoring, and clear escalation paths for SMEs.
• IT Infrastructure IT infrastructure design, implementation, and management including servers and storage, office relocations, site-to-site connectivity, end user devices, backup storage, and security hardware.
• Security Bundles Bundled security services combining endpoint protection, email security, cloud backups, and threat monitoring. Basic Bundle at £130/month for 10 users; Enhanced Bundle at £340/month adding vulnerability scanning, simulated attacks, and 24/7 active threat monitoring.

Quantifiable outcome

• High first-time fix rates typically around 97 percent
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration16 records

AI capability1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Innov8 GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026In June 2026, Espi became part of the Innov8 Group marking an exciting new chapter. Joining the group allows Espi to offer clients an even broader range of products, services and technical expertise while continuing to provide personal service. Innov8 is one of the UK's leading technology groups.
• SagecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEspi is a certified Sage Business Partner and recognised as one of the UK's leading Sage partners. Provides Sage 200 and Sage Intacct implementation, support, training, and consultancy services. Achieved Sage Circle of Excellence recognition throughout the lifetime of the programme.
• SiconcoreTechnology or IntegrationSicon develops an extensive suite of add-ons that sit natively within Sage 200 covering Finance, Commercials, Manufacturing, Approvals, Barcoding & Warehousing and Document Management. Espi provides selection, implementation and support for Sicon modules.
• CIM200coreTechnology or IntegrationCIM200 is a manufacturing solution built for Sage 200 providing tools to manage and control every stage of the manufacturing process. Espi is an accredited CIM200 Business Partner delivering implementation and support.
• IMancoreTechnology or IntegrationIMan is a powerful integration and transformation platform that connects Sage 200 to apps and services. Espi designs and delivers customised integrations using IMan tailored to client processes.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Sage Group plc: The dominant UK-based vendor of Sage 200 and Sage Intacct. Espi is a reseller and implementation partner; Sage's direct-sales push or channel-program changes are the most material competitive force.
• K3 Group (K3 Business Technologies): Larger Sage-focused UK partner offering Sage 200, Sage Intacct, retail ERP, and managed services across multiple verticals; bigger scale incumbent with overlapping capability to Espi.

Direct peers

• Milestone Group: Cambridge-anchored Sage 200 partner and managed IT provider serving UK SMEs with similar vertical focus and bundled service offering.
• EBC Group: UK-based Sage Business Partner delivering Sage 200 / Sage Intacct implementation, managed IT, and ERP support to UK SMEs - directly comparable product and customer profile to Espi.
• Phoenix Software: UK Sage Business Partner offering Sage 200 implementation and support alongside managed IT services to SME clients.
• Charterhouse Group: UK managed IT services and Sage consulting provider for SMEs, offering a comparable bundled model of IT support plus Sage 200 consultancy.
• Ridge Consultants (Ridge IT): UK Sage Business Partner providing Sage 200 and Sage Intacct implementation alongside managed IT services to growing UK SMEs.
• Cloud Productivity Solutions: UK Sage Intacct and Sage 200 partner providing implementation, training, and managed cloud services to SME finance teams.
• Xperience Group: UK IT services and Sage ERP partner offering managed IT, Sage 200/Intacct implementation, cyber security, and cloud services to SME and mid-market customers.

Emerging players

• BlueRock (UK Sage partner): Sage 200 partner in the UK also providing IT and cyber security services to SMEs; smaller overlapping peer with comparable bundled offering.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@espiltd
• Facebookfacebook.com/EspiCambs
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/espi-limited
• Instagraminstagram.com/espi_limited
• Xx.com/EspiCambs

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 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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