Business Details
18 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for IT Solutions in Hampshire
Southern Solutions has been delivering expert IT support and technology solutions since 2008. Our in-house team of certified professionals provides comprehensive services including cyber security, connectivity infrastructure, and IT consultancy across Hampshire, Dorset, and the Isle of Wight. With 17 years of industry experience and a commitment to never outsourcing critical operations, we combine technical expertise with personalized service to ensure businesses maintain secure, efficient technology systems.Our accreditations include Cyber Essentials and Microsoft IoT partnerships, while our 24/7 support guarantees rapid response times for both routine issues and emergency situations. By prioritizing client education and long-term technology planning, we help businesses leverage digital tools to achieve sustainable growth.
Services
IT Support
Cyber Security
Connectivity Infrastructure
IT Consultancy
VoIP Telephony
Network Design
Cloud Integration
Security Training
System Installations
Disaster Recovery
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have 17 years of experience delivering IT solutions across southern England
- Our in-house team provides consistent, expert-level technical support without outsourcing
- 24/7 emergency response service for critical IT issues
- Certified in Cyber Essentials and Microsoft IoT technologies
- Local expertise serving Hampshire, Dorset, and the Isle of Wight businesses
Associations and certifications
- Cyber Essentials
- Cyber Essentials Plus
- Microsoft Accredited IoT System Builder
What people say
Professional and approachable team
Smooth transition to cloud systems
Excellent service quality
Prompt emergency response
Transformed IT capabilities
Services
IT Support
Our 24/7 IT support delivers rapid resolution for businesses across southern England. With certified technicians handling both routine maintenance and emergency issues, we ensure minimal downtime through proactive monitoring and immediate response. Clients benefit from consistent in-house expertise without outsourced call centres, maintaining deep system knowledge for faster problem resolution.
Cyber Security
Comprehensive cyber security services protect businesses from evolving digital threats. We implement WatchGuard firewalls, endpoint detection systems, and staff training programs while maintaining Cyber Essentials certifications. Regular security audits and incident response planning ensure continuous protection against ransomware, phishing, and data breaches for organisations of all sizes.
Connectivity Infrastructure
Specialist network infrastructure services create robust connectivity foundations for modern businesses. From structured cabling to wireless mesh networks, our certified engineers design and implement high-speed LAN/WAN solutions. We optimise both physical and cloud connectivity, ensuring seamless remote access while maintaining strict compliance with industry standards.
IT Consultancy
Strategic IT consultancy helps businesses align technology with growth objectives. Our experts provide technology roadmaps, budget planning, and project management for system upgrades or cloud migrations. With 76 combined years of experience, we offer board-level advisory services and implementation support for complex infrastructure projects across multiple industry sectors.
VoIP Telephony
Modern VoIP telephony solutions enable flexible business communications without physical hardware requirements. Our hosted phone systems include advanced features like call analytics, conferencing, and mobile integration. Designed for scalability, these solutions support remote working while maintaining call quality compliance and secure recording capabilities for regulated industries.
People
Oli
Managing Director
With over 17 years leading technology transformations, Oli directs Southern Solutions' strategic vision while maintaining hands-on involvement in client projects. His expertise spans enterprise infrastructure and cyber security governance.
Chrissy
Director
Chrissy oversees operational delivery across all service lines, ensuring technical excellence in network design and cloud implementations. With 15+ years in IT leadership roles, she focuses on client relationship development and service innovation.
Kieran
Technical Manager
Kieran leads our engineering team with specialist knowledge in network architecture and security protocols. He has managed over 200 infrastructure projects since joining Southern Solutions in 2010, ensuring technical standards compliance.
Ben
Technical Account Manager
Ben serves as primary technical liaison for key accounts, combining deep system knowledge with client service excellence. With Microsoft 365 and WatchGuard certifications, he specialises in integrated security solutions implementation.
Questions
Which areas do you provide IT support in?
We provide IT support across Hampshire, Dorset, and the Isle of Wight including Portsmouth, Southampton, Winchester, and Fareham. Remote support capabilities extend nationwide.
Do you offer emergency IT support?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency support service handles critical IT issues outside regular business hours with immediate response from our in-house technical team.
What cyber security accreditations do you hold?
We maintain Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications, demonstrating compliance with government security standards for business IT protection.
Can you help with cloud technology implementation?
Yes, our Microsoft-accredited team specialises in cloud migration, hybrid infrastructure design, and IoT integration to modernise business technology operations.
How do you ensure network performance quality?
We implement enterprise-grade networking equipment with meshed wireless architectures, backed by performance guarantees and regular infrastructure health checks.
