Barkers International

Name

Barkers International

Legal name

Barkers International Communications Ltd.

Website

https://barkersinternational.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Infrastructure Services

NAICS

Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services (5413), Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (8112)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

Security, Safety & Fire/Life Safety Management (BPABAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electrical Systems Maintenance (LV/MV, Switchgear, UPS) (BPABACAC), Asset & Maintenance Management (EAM/CMMS) Platforms (HDAEAEAM)

Keywords

• Network infrastructure services
• Structured cabling systems
• IT systems integration
• Electrical engineering services
• Managed IT support

Headquarters

HQ city

Bedford

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, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Services and Installation: Design, integration, and installation services for network infrastructure, structured cabling, electrical systems, and audio-visual solutions. Project-based engagements with customised solutions.
2. Support and Maintenance Contracts: Ongoing support and maintenance services with 24-7 availability. Includes remote VPN access for problem investigation and resolution, and on-site engineer dispatch when required.
3. Consultancy Services: Advisory services leveraging 40+ years of industry experience. Many consultancy services are provided free of charge as part of solution engagement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Barkers International Communications Ltd designs, installs, and maintains enterprise IT infrastructure including network switching, WiFi, telephony, security, surveillance, and systems management, supported by certified structured cabling (Molex, Nexans, Maxxam) and NICEIC/ECA registered electrical engineering (power distribution, lighting, EV charging, UPS, environmental control). The company delivers consultancy, design, integration, and 24-7 support and maintenance services to enterprise clients, research institutions, and facilities management companies across Europe and Africa.

Product overview

Barkers International Communications Ltd is an IT services provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of technology services. The core offerings include Network Infrastructure services (Switching, WiFi, Telephony, Security, Systems Management, and Surveillance), supported by Structured Cabling Systems and Electrical Engineering services. Additional services include Consultancy, Design and Integration, Support and Maintenance, Audio Visual Integration, Environmental Control, and specialized Electrical services (Power Distribution, Lighting, Electric Vehicle Charging, Constant Power). The company operates as a professional services firm with decades of experience, providing end-to-end solutions from consultancy through design, installation, and ongoing maintenance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Consultancy Services IT consultancy services providing expert guidance on technology needs for organisations, with many services offered free of charge as part of solution engagement.
• Design and Integration Network design and integration services spanning from small standalone networks to large multinational cloud-based solutions, delivered by experienced engineers.
• Network Infrastructure Core networking services covering switching, WiFi, telephony, security, systems management, and surveillance for enterprise and SMB environments.
• Structured Cabling Systems Certified cabling installations using Molex, Nexans, and Maxxam systems with manufacturer warranty and lifetime guarantee, supporting fibre and copper infrastructure worldwide.
• Switching Network switching solutions covering Data Centre, Campus LAN Core, access switching, and Industrial switching with over 30 years of experience.
• Telephony Integrated telephone solutions with industry leading technologies including messaging, mobility, soft-phones, video-enabled phones, presence, web conferencing, and multi-device portability.
• Network Security Network security services including firewalls, access control, advanced malware protection, next generation intrusion prevention, web security, and email security.
• WiFi Wireless network design, survey, installation and maintenance services including controller-based networks, autonomous access points, cloud-based solutions, wireless integrated routers, security servers, and point-to-point wireless links.
• Systems Management IT infrastructure management including asset management, configuration and change management, performance management, and network services management with proactive monitoring capabilities.
• Surveillance Security camera systems as an Axis authorized partner, providing internal and external security cameras with secure access control, network recording, and analytics.
• Support and Maintenance 24-7 support and maintenance services covering network problems, blackouts, infrastructure failures, with remote VPN access for troubleshooting and on-site engineer dispatch across Europe.
• Electrical Engineering Electrical contracting services registered with NICEIC and ECA, including power distribution, lighting, electric vehicle charging, constant electrical power (UPS/generator), and environmental control.
• Audio Visual Integration Complete AV services including video conferencing, PA systems, graphic display systems, televisual distribution, and satellite/terrestrial distribution for public and conference facilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Remote secure private VPN access enables investigation and remedy of problems remotely, saving time and expense
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MolexcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified integrator for Molex cabling systems. All installations carry manufacturer warranty backed by Barkers' lifetime guarantee. Provides highest quality fibre and copper products for structured cabling installations worldwide.
• NexanscoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified integrator for Nexans cabling systems. All installations carry manufacturer warranty backed by Barkers' lifetime guarantee. Supports global structured cabling installations.
• MaxxamcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified integrator for Maxxam cabling systems. All installations carry manufacturer warranty backed by Barkers' lifetime guarantee.
• Axis CommunicationscoreTechnology or IntegrationAxis authorised partner providing internal and external security solutions. Barkers can supply and install Axis security cameras, secure access control, network recording and analytics systems.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Computacenter: UK-headquartered enterprise IT infrastructure integrator providing networking, datacenter, workplace, and managed services across Europe — directly comparable in core product (enterprise network design, install, support) and customer base (large UK/European enterprises).
• Softcat: UK IT infrastructure reseller and integrator serving enterprise and public sector customers with networking, datacenter, and cloud solutions — overlapping customer segment and product mix, though more weighted toward software licensing resell.
• Trustmarque: UK IT solutions provider delivering enterprise software, cloud, and infrastructure services to mid-market and enterprise customers — comparable as a UK-focused IT integrator with project-based and managed offerings.
• ANS Group: UK-based digital transformation and managed services provider delivering cloud, datacenter, networking, and support services to enterprise and public sector — directly comparable mid-market UK IT services profile.
• Phoenix Software: UK-based IT software and services reseller/integrator providing licensing, cloud, and infrastructure solutions to enterprise and public sector — overlaps in enterprise IT services delivery and customer base.
• SCC: UK-based enterprise IT solutions and services provider offering networking, infrastructure, and managed services to mid-market and large enterprises — comparable in business model (project-based integration plus managed support) and target customers.

Broad incumbents

• Atos: European-headquartered IT services company delivering infrastructure, networking, and managed services — a broad incumbent with overlapping capability to Barkers in enterprise IT integration across European markets.
• DXC Technology: Global IT services giant delivering enterprise networking, infrastructure, and managed services across multiple verticals — overlaps with Barkers in enterprise IT integration but at much greater scale and breadth, competing for the same large RFPs.
• BT Business: UK telecom incumbent providing enterprise networking, managed WAN, and IT services to UK/European businesses — competes in enterprise network integration and managed services as part of a broader connectivity portfolio.
• Capita: Large UK-headquartered IT services, business process, and digital transformation provider — competes with Barkers for UK enterprise and public sector IT infrastructure engagements as part of a much wider portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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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