Outcomes First Group announces 5 year partnership with Talk Talk

Outcomes First Group (OFG) and TalkTalk Business has announced a five-year partnership.  

The Salford-based B2B telecoms provider will support operations nationwide, providing intelligent, flexible and reliable network connectivity to over 100 sites across the UK. TalkTalk Business will deliver a managed Cisco Meraki SD-WAN network solution, which will provide simplified, central control, allowing network performance and usage monitoring and management across devices, users and sites.    

The integration of this technology will play a fundamental role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our neurodivergent pupils as the we continue to embrace the benefits of digital transformation to enhance its services. The partnership aligns with TalkTalk Business’s mission to support ambitious organisations of all sizes, from start-ups to large-scale enterprises, by delivering future-proofed solutions which meet their unique connectivity needs and allow them to reach their full potential.   

Ian Cairns, Sales Director at TalkTalk Business said: “At TalkTalk Business, we’re proud of the choice and flexibility we offer, delivering outcome-focused solutions that provide value to our customers of all sizes. This means going above and beyond to keep people and organisations connected.  

“It’s a privilege to be working with an organisation like Outcomes First Group and supporting its work to help ensure the best possible outcomes for neurodivergent young people. I’m looking forward to the continuation of our relationship over the next five years and being a part of the brilliant work that the organisation does.”  

Ian Roddy, IT Director at Outcomes First Group, added: “Ensuring the wellbeing of the young people who use our services is our number one priority, and secure network connections are vital. We’re in an era of digitalisation, and it’s important to recognise the benefits that technology can bring to education. Investing in this area is crucial to the future success of our services and continuing to deliver the best outcomes for our pupils.  

“The personable approach that the team had along with their obvious passion and expertise was a key factor in our decision to partner with TalkTalk Business. It’s reassuring to know that our organisation’s network is in safe hands, with people who understand our challenges, so that our staff can focus on delivering high-quality education and support to those who really need it.”