Strategic focus
We’re dedicated to being more than an IT supplier. We focus on the best way to implement solutions that deliver learning and business outcomes, rather than being driven by what technology is already in place.
What we do
Our dedicated education teams combine their industry knowledge with technical expertise to advise you on the best technology for your organisation.
IT solutions for Universities
Our Higher Education team understands that attracting, acquiring and retaining students is imperative. We offer guidance on technology strategies and solutions that improve the student experience, giving your institute a unique edge.
IT solutions for Schools & Colleges
We focus on providing the most suitable technology to enable improved teaching and support hybrid learning in the classroom. We understand the need to make sure you have the right tools and support so that education is never compromised and you are always prepared for what’s next.
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Dedicated education teams focusing on schools, colleges and universities
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Dedicated Microsoft team to assist with education-specific licensing agreements
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UCISA event sponsor, delivering thought leadership within technology for Higher Education
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Accredited on major UK University frameworks
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Focus on specific strategies, such as delivering technologies to support the “hybrid classroom”
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Access to simple online procurement, via eCAT
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Specialist teams to assist with technology implementations
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Longstanding vendor relationships
Higher education frameworks
We sit on several higher education frameworks, offering universities a ‘one-stop-shop’ facility that includes a comprehensive range of IT products and services.
In addition, frameworks such as CCS Education Technology and other CPC, KCS and YPO framework accreditations allow us to further support schools and colleges with IT procurement.
Frameworks
Our partner alliance team can leverage our accreditations to work with niche partners, providing healthcare customers with access to specialist services that are not on any framework.
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RM6068
Crown Commercial Service Technology Products and Associated Services
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CPC
Software Licenses & Associated Services
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RM3804
Crown Commercial Service Technology Services 2
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RM3808
Crown Commercial Service Network Services 2
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RM3821
Crown Commercial Service Data and Application Solutions
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RM1557.12
Crown Commercial Service G-Cloud 12
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Health Trust Europe
Complete IT 2
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KCS
Software Products and Associated Services 2
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KCS
Interactive AV & IT Hardware Solutions and Consultancy
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NP5016/17
NHS NSS Software Value Added Re-Seller
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RM6103
Crown Commercial Service Education Technology framework
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SUPC
Software License Resellers Agreement
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NEUPC
HE Networking Supply and Services
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JISC
Network Equipment Framework Agreement
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SUPC
Servers, Storage & Solutions National Agreement
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SUPC
IT Related Accessories & Parts
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NEUPC
Audio Visual framework
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HEPCW
Audio Visual framework
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NEUPC
National Education Printer Agreement
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CPC
ICT Solutions and Supply of Network Infrastructure
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CPC
Desktop Hardware
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NHS SBS
Cyber Security Services
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EMSCU
IT VAR Products & Services Framework
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YPO
Technology Hardware and Software Solutions
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Caerphilly CBC
Provision of Education Technology and Associated Services
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NHS SBS
Digital Workplace Solutions
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NPS Wales
IT Products and Services (ii)
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RM3733
Crown Commercial Service Technology Products 2
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RM6147
Crown Commercial Service Technology Online Purchasing Content
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RM3781
Crown Commercial Service Multifunctional Devices, Managed Print and Content Services and Records and Information Management
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RM1043.7
Crown Commercial Service Digital Outcomes and Specialists 5
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RM1043.6
Crown Commercial Service Digital Outcomes and Specialists 4
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RM6103
Crown Commercial Service Education Technology
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NHS SBS
Consult 18: Multidisciplinary Consultancy Services
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NHS SBS
Cloud Solutions
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NOE CPC
IT Enterprise Solutions
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LLP
ICT VAR Products and Services framework
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LPP
IT Information Management and Technology
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NHS SBS / NoE CPC
2 IT Hardware & Services
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NHS NSS
Software Value Added Re-Seller
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NEUPC
Printers and Managed Print Services
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JISC
Web Filtering and Monitoring framework
Why Softcat
We develop strategies for success, beyond simple implementation, that align with your budget.
Dedicated team with 15 years experience
With extensive experience within the education sector, we understand the unique challenges that schools, colleges and universities face and draw on best practice to give you tailored advice.
Microsoft specialists
Our dedicated Microsoft team is always on hand to assist with education-specific licensing agreements, making sure staff and students have the right technology to succeed.
Longstanding vendor relationships
We offer a wide portfolio of IT solutions from industry leading partners. We work with the most suitable vendor to deliver your solution, including securing commercials that work for you.
Core business solutions
We help you build a successful, future proof IT strategy based on four key pillars that enables you to succeed in ever changing markets.
Our partners
Our partner ecosystems combines the industry’s biggest names and fastest growing startups to power your data journey.
“They always ask, ‘what can we do to add more value’ and follow up on promises. Softcat is extremely hands-on and always strives to establish an ongoing, productive relationship with its clients. It gives us confidence that we are sourcing precisely the technologies the university needs.”
