Strengthening Cybersecurity: DysrupIT signs Letter-of-Intent with the Philippines National Development Corporation

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Like most countries, the Philippines is looking to bolster its strategy to manage an ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats. On the sidelines of the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in Melbourne this week, DysrupIT signed a Letter-of-Intent with the Philippine’s National Development Corporation (NDC) to enhance the Country’s cybersecurity with greater sophistication, resilience and ease of management.

Hosted by the Australia-Philippines Business Council, the signing ceremony and networking event is a key conduit for promoting trade and investment between the Philippines and Australia.

USec Antonil Mauricio, General Manager of the NDC and Rafael Toda, President of the Australia-Philippines Business Council, oversaw the signing with Elizabeth Hermosura, Owner of DysrupIT. In an address at the event, Hermosura stated the Company’s Cyber Security Engineers in its Philippines and newly announced Australian Tech Hub in Townsville will advise on and implement purpose built solutions to protect the Philippines Government, Businesses and Community.

The event was held against the backdrop of the Philippine Business Forum organised by the Philippines Department of Trade and Industry, under the leadership of DTI secretary Alfredo “Fred” Pascual. President Ferdinand Marcos secured deals worth $1.53B at the Forum, part of the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit.

This partnership with the National Development Corporation is a significant milestone for the Cybersecurity sector in Australia and the Philippines.

Ready to Elevate Your Cybersecurity?

In today’s digital age, securing your operations has never been more crucial. DysrupIT stands at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, offering tailored solutions that defend and empower businesses across the globe.

Whether you’re an enterprise, a technology firm, or a managed security service provider, our team is ready to devise a cybersecurity strategy that meets your specific needs. Don’t leave your security to chance. Contact us today and learn how we can help secure your organisation’s digital future.

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Expanding Horizons: DysrupIT Announces Australian Tech Hub with James Cook University

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In a world where cybersecurity threats evolve daily, staying ahead requires not just immediate solutions, but a vision for the future. Today we announce the launch of the DysrupIT Australian Tech Hub in partnership with James Cook University (JCU), part of our ongoing investment to support global cybersecurity resilience and innovation.

The Vision Behind the Tech Hub

DysrupIT’s security roadmap has been driven by a dual mission: to extend our global footprint in cybersecurity services and to contribute to the cultivation of talent within the industry. The Tech Hub in Townsville will create a melting pot of ideas, skills, and innovations. Here, DysrupIT’s seasoned Security Engineers and JCU’s brightest minds will collaborate on solutions that shape the future of cybersecurity.

What This Means for Our Customers

The establishment of the Tech Hub enhances our capability to serve customers across the globe, especially in regions grappling with a shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals. By combining our industry-leading expertise with the fresh perspectives of JCU graduates, we’re poised to offer more dynamic, sophisticated, and resilient cybersecurity solutions.

Elizabeth Hermosura - Founder of DysrupIT

Elizabeth Hermosura – Founder of DysrupIT

Elizabeth Hermosura, founder of DysrupIT explained, “Our collaboration with JCU symbolizes a fusion of industry experience and academic brilliance, aimed at crafting the next generation of cybersecurity solutions that are not only sophisticated but also resilient and dynamic. This initiative is deeply personal to me; it embodies our vision of not just responding to the cybersecurity threats of today but preemptively shaping a safer digital tomorrow for businesses and communities worldwide. I believe that by bringing together diverse minds and fostering a culture of innovation, we can achieve unparalleled strides in securing our digital landscape.”

Looking Ahead

Commencing with our cybersecurity expertise, DysrupIT will continue to expand the services supported by the Tech Hub. In-line with those offered by our Hubs in the Philippines and India, Townsville will add our Cloud and as-a-Service expertise in IT infrastructure, DevOps, enterprise Saas (including Oracle Fusion Cloud, SAP Hana and Dynamics365), software engineering, information management and data analytics.

Ready to Elevate Your Cybersecurity?

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, securing your operations has never been more critical. At DysrupIT, we’re at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, offering bespoke solutions that protect and empower businesses worldwide.

Whether you’re an enterprise, a technology firm, or a managed security service provider, our team is ready to tailor a cybersecurity strategy that fits your unique needs. Don’t leave your security to chance. Contact us today and discover how we can help safeguard your future in the digital age.

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DysrupIT Expands to EMEA: A New Chapter Begins in London

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We’re thrilled to share an exciting milestone in the journey of DysrupIT. Our relentless pursuit of bringing innovative IT solutions closer to businesses around the globe has led us to a significant expansion – DysrupIT is now officially registered in London, marking our strategic entry into the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region.

This move is not just a geographic expansion; it’s a leap towards closer collaboration with businesses in the EMEA region, understanding their unique challenges, and delivering tailored solutions that drive real impact. Here’s what this strategic expansion means for our clients and the broader community we serve.

Why London, and Why Now?

London’s dynamic business ecosystem makes it an ideal hub for technological innovation and international commerce. By establishing our presence in this vibrant city, we’re positioning DysrupIT to tap into the rich diversity and potential of the EMEA market. This expansion allows us to enhance our support for existing clients in the region while opening doors to new partnerships.

Bringing Our Services Closer to You

DysrupIT’s core offerings – including cloud services, cybersecurity, IT service management (ITSM), application engineering, data analytics, and managed services – are now more accessible to businesses across EMEA. With London as our regional base, we’re excited to offer:

  • Localized Support: Immediate and culturally attuned services to meet the specific needs of businesses in the region.
  • Customized IT Solutions: Leveraging local insights to deliver IT strategies and solutions that align with your business goals.
  • Responsive Customer Service: Our local presence means faster, more efficient support, ensuring that help is readily available when you need it.

The Benefits of This Expansion

Our clients in the EMEA region stand to gain significantly from this expansion:

  • Accessibility: Easier access to DysrupIT’s innovative IT solutions designed to maximize business performance.
  • Tailored Strategies: Personalized, effective IT strategies developed with an in-depth understanding of the local business landscape.
  • Enhanced Service: Improved customer service and support, with a local team ready to assist you.
  • Partnership Approach: A collaborative partnership, working closely with you to co-create solutions that not only address today’s challenges but also pave the way for future success.

Looking Ahead

As we embark on this new chapter, we’re filled with anticipation for the opportunities that lie ahead. Our commitment to driving digital transformation and innovation remains unwavering, and we’re excited to forge new paths and partnerships in the EMEA region.

“We believe that this expansion is a testament to DysrupIT’s vision of being a global leader in IT solutions. London is just the beginning; we’re committed to making a lasting impact, helping businesses thrive in the digital age,” says Andrew McCarroll, CEO of DysrupIT.

We invite you to join us on this exciting journey. Whether you’re a current client or a business exploring new IT solutions, DysrupIT is here to support your growth and success in the digital landscape. Together, let’s innovate, transform, and lead in the ever-evolving world of technology.

Click here for more insights into how our services can benefit your business, or to start a conversation about your IT needs, contact our team directly. Here’s to new beginnings and endless possibilities in the EMEA region!

 

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Celebrating Workplace Excellence: DysrupIT’s Great Place To Work® Journey

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Last August 2023, DysrupIT™ got certified as a Great Place To Work®, further cementing the company’s commitment to creating an exceptional workplace for our valued family members.

As a family-run organisation specialising in cloud and Resource-as-a-Service solutions, DysrupIT™ is immensely proud of this distinction. Within less than a decade of operation, the company earned the Great Place To Work® certification, demonstrating that it has successfully realised its long-held vision of providing a happy, healthy, engaging, inclusive, and empowering workplace for the DysrupIT™ family.

Andrew McCarroll, DysrupIT’s Chief Executive Officer, proudly states, “This accomplishment reflects the dedication of our outstanding teams, validating our company’s capabilities and reaffirming our market reputation as a trusted and respected player. The certification has far-reaching benefits, producing a win-win scenario where happy team members deliver exceptional results, benefiting all stakeholders. We are fully committed to replicating and surpassing this success in the future.”

How We Got Certified – The Process

The Great Place To Work® Certification acknowledges employers who excel in providing an exceptional employee experience. Achieving this requires a two-step process. The initial step involves soliciting employee feedback through a confidential and anonymous survey, allowing them to respond truthfully. The survey ran for two weeks and garnered a 94% employee participation rate. Meanwhile, the second step entails completing a brief questionnaire about the workforce. Since the certification scores come from employee feedback and independent analysis, the Great Place To Work® certification is a valuable tool for job seekers to identify companies that foster a great company culture.

The Results

 

Great Place To Work® delivered the overwhelmingly positive results days after the survey’s conclusion. DysrupIT™ takes great pride in offering its employees a Work from Anywhere (WFA) setup, emphasising a healthy work-life balance. The management team, although optimistic about their vision, was pleasantly surprised by the resounding affirmation from their employees.

DysrupIT™ achieved an impressive score of 87%, surpassing the certification threshold of 65%. Employees ranked Corporate Image and Community the highest, earning a score of 90%. These results should come as no surprise since DysrupIT™ employees appreciate the company for:

  • Fostering a healthy work-life balance.
  • Demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity, where everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.
  • Trusting their employees to do good work without constant supervision.
  • Making significant contributions to the community.

These findings instil a profound sense of value and belonging among the DysrupIT™ team. When the Management trusts the employees to perform their roles without micromanagement, it empowers and motivates the people to strive for excellence and deliver exceptional results.

Advantages of a Great Place To Work® Certification

DysrupIT™ and other companies certified as a Great Place To Work® enjoy several benefits following its recognition.

First, the certification boosts the company’s appeal to top talent, resulting in higher chances of candidates accepting job offers. Secondly, a certified positive workplace culture increases business profitability, as happy and satisfied employees are more productive, innovative, and committed, positively improving their performance.

Third, a company certified as a Great Place To Work® improves employee trust, which fosters communication, loyalty, and community. And since people feel a sense of belonging, the positive work environment and culture will encourage employees to stay.

Moreover, stakeholders reap benefits when companies get certified as a Great Place To Work®. DysrupIT’s certification further strengthens customer trust, as clients prefer to work with businesses that treat their employees well.

More importantly, stakeholders benefit from improved product and service offerings because a happy and motivated workforce consistently delivers better outputs.

Collectively, these advantages contribute to a more positive and impactful relationship among the company, its employees, and its stakeholders. As McCarroll aptly said, “It’s a win-win scenario.”

DysrupIT’s Inaugural Bahay Tuluyan Fundraiser: A Massive Success

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Last August 24, 2023, DysrupIT’s inaugural Bahay Tuluyan Annual Fundraiser, which aimed to raise awareness and garner support for Bahay Tuluyan, an organisation dedicated to safeguarding children in the Philippines, reached its goal and doubled it successfully.

The event’s success proves that with giving hearts, we can go beyond the event’s projected goals, allowing us to make a massive impact on the lives of the children in the Philippines.

Everyone came together as a community, pooling all efforts to ensure the children under Bahay Tuluyan’s care in the Philippines remain safe and protected. Each person’s contribution made a huge difference. Your kindness in sharing valuable items for our auction, engaging in the bidding, sending generous donations, and joining us for a memorable dinner in Sydney will provide shelter and security for these children, shielding them from the average of 18 to 20 typhoons that the country faces yearly.

Moreover, your gift will advance Bahay Tuluyan’s mission and objectives, creating a brighter and more secure future for these vulnerable children. Bahay Tuluyan runs ten programs that provide a holistic, rights-based and empowering approach to development for young people. These programs focus on Resilient Children, Empowered Youth, Safe Families & Child Friendly Communities. The organisation aims to achieve its vision of a world where every child’s rights are respected, protected, and fulfilled.

This early, we encourage all of you to join us for an even more remarkable event in 2024. It’s never too early to express your support or get involved. If you’re interested in joining this meaningful journey, please don’t hesitate to contact Alexandra Brookes, who can provide you with more information on contributing and participating.

Once again, we extend our heartfelt thanks for everyone’s overwhelming support. The success of this event belongs to all of you who lent a helping hand, shared resources, and believed in the power of collective action. Together, we are making a positive difference in the lives of these children.

Come Join Us At The Bahay Tuluyan Annual Fundraiser – Sponsored by DysrupIT

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As an integral part of the Australian IT industry, DysrupIT™ believes that our commitment to social responsibility extends beyond providing top-tier technology solutions. We understand the importance of uplifting and supporting the communities we are a part of, locally and globally. We are thrilled to announce our sponsorship of the first-ever Bahay Tuluyan Annual Fundraiser, an event that brings together great food, company, and a noble cause.

The event is a wonderful opportunity to support Bahay Tuluyan Philippines Australia Inc. (BTPA), a volunteer-run organisation that tirelessly works to protect the rights of children in the Philippines. They’re on the frontlines, actively preventing and responding to instances of child abuse and violence. By attending the event, you are directly supporting these efforts to create a safer world for children.

When you step through the doors of the elegant venue, you’ll be greeted by a lively atmosphere brimming with good food and even better company. The evening kicks off at 18:00 and goes until 21:30 (AEST), offering ample time to engage with fellow attendees, learn more about BTPA’s impactful work, and contribute towards this life-changing cause.

Tickets for this unforgettable evening range from $150.00 for individuals to $1,400.00 for a table of ten, and we guarantee that it’s an investment you won’t regret. Every cent of your ticket price will be donated directly to BTPA’s operations in the Philippines. Every dollar makes a difference, and your generous contribution can change the lives of these vulnerable children.

In addition to buying tickets, you can also make direct donations to BTPA. Every penny counts and we are immensely grateful for any support you can provide. Remember, 100% of your donations will directly fund BTPA’s commendable mission.

We’re thrilled to have you join us on this journey to make a tangible difference in the world. By standing together at the Bahay Tuluyan Annual Fundraiser, we can show our collective strength and commitment to children’s rights. We look forward to seeing you there!

On behalf of DysrupIT, we thank you for your support and generosity. Together, we can make a world of difference.

To buy tickets or make a donation, CLICK HERE.

Event Details

Date and time

Thu 24 Aug 2023, 18:00 – 21:30 (AEST)

Location

12 Micron
Tower 1, Level 2/100 Barangaroo Ave
Barangaroo, NSW 2000

Price

$150.00 – $1,400.00

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Don’t forget to share this event with your family, friends, and colleagues – the more the merrier!

With warm regards,
The DysrupIT™ Team

Questions?

We’re here to help. Feel free to contact us with any queries you may have regarding the event or your contribution. We’re committed to making this experience as seamless and enjoyable as possible for you.

Contact DysrupIT: [email protected]

Contact Bahay Tuluyan: [email protected]

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DysrupIT™ Partners with Hubspot to Enhance Complete CRM Services for Small to Medium-Sized Organisations

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[SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA] – DysrupIT, Australian based Cloud and aaS advocate, announces partnership with CRM platform provider, Hubspot, a premier CRM which integrates across the enterprise of scaling companies to deliver single-view best-in-class customer experience.

The Hubspot relationship brings a complete end-to-end CRM tool to DysrupIT’s portfolio of services. This combination supports small to medium-sized organisations looking to modernise and automate their customer relationship management operations.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with Hubspot, a leader in the CRM industry,” says DysrupIT™ Head of Alliances and Partnerships Marco Hermosura, “This partnership will allow us to offer a comprehensive solution to our clients, combining our managed security services and digital transformation capabilities with Hubspot’s premier CRM platform. DysrupIT’s engineering capabilities will support Hubspot implementations. Our focus will be targeted expertise in integration between Hubspot and clients’ SaaS and legacy applications.”

“As an advocate of Cloud and aaS, DysrupIT’s strategy for SMEs is to provide pragmatic transformation solutions that allow them to manage their businesses through data driven decision making and automation,” DysrupIT™ CEO Andrew McCarroll says. “Hubspot is a great fit. As a SaaS platform, it delivers modernisation benefits to SMEs previously the domain of more expensive enterprise software. We will help accelerate this with our engineering capability, building out critical integrations between Hubspot CRM and other functions across the business.”

For more information about DysrupIT’s partnership with Hubspot, please contact Marco Hermosura at [email protected].

About DysrupIT: DysrupIT™ is a leading Australian-based Cloud services company. We support clients across the globe in their adoption of the cloud and their transformation to as-a-Service business models. DysrupIT™ is dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities it serves. www.dysrupit.com.

About Hubspot: Hubspot is a premier CRM platform that enables clients to grow their businesses by integrating all its hubs to create a seamless customer relationship management experience. Founded in 2005, Hubspot created an ecosystem uniting software, education, and community to help businesses grow every day. https://www.hubspot.com/

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DysrupIT™ Partners with Philippines NGO – Bahay Tuluyan Changing The Lives of Children 

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MAKATI, PHILIPPINES – DysrupIT, a leading Australian IT Cloud services company, announces its partnership with Bahay Tuluyan (BT). This non-government children’s rights organisation helps to prevent and respond to the abuse and exploitation of children in the Philippines.

DysrupIT’s connection to the Philippines runs deep, with a large Team in-country, managed by Filipino-born Australian owner Elizabeth Hermosura.

Hermosura said, “The partnership with Bahay Tuluyan is a clear choice. I’ve always wanted to support vulnerable children and youth in my country of birth. The partnership is a major step in realising this goal. It’s fantastic to find a partner on the ground with shared values and objectives.”

Bahay Tuluyan, meaning “forever home” in Filipino, has three centres in Manila, Laguna, and Quezon. Hermosura says, “Our partnership with BT will ensure Catherine Scerri and her Team can focus on providing ongoing emergency services to those in need. This includes long-term accommodation for homeless children and young adults.”

BT’s holistic programs also provide life skills to teenagers and young adults. It helps prepare them for adulthood, accessing education and on-the-job training. Hermosura said, “Our support will be long-term and broad reaching. It includes direct financial assistance to operate BT’s centres, monthly delivery of essentials packages like clothing and personal items, to hands-on involvement from the DysrupIT™ Team. Our goal is to set BT residents on the path to independence.”

DysrupIT™ will also offer paid internships and provide education through its Udemy-powered online training platform.

“We look forward to our partnership with Bahay Tuluyan and what it can achieve for the future generation of Filipino youth,” said Elizabeth Hermosura. “To give children and young people the care they need is close to my heart. Every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment. We are proud to work with Bahay Tuluyan on this mission.”

DysrupIT™ will also help coordinate fundraising in Australia through BT’s Melbourne-based Foundation.  This will be led by Marco Hermosura, ANZ Country Manager, and the Australian Team.

For more information about DysrupIT’s partnership with Bahay Tuluyan, please contact Elizabeth Hermosura at [email protected].

About DysrupIT: DysrupIT™ is a leading Australian-based Cloud services company. We support clients across the globe in their adoption of the cloud and their transformation to as-a-Service business models. DysrupIT™ is dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities it serves. www.dysrupit.com. 

About Bahay Tuluyan: Bahay Tuluyan is a non-government organisation that provides various programs and services to prevent and respond to the abuse and exploitation of children in the Philippines. Founded in 1987, Bahay Tuluyan operates three shelters in Manila, Laguna, and Quezon and provides programs, shelter, and other services to empower children, youth, families, and the community with the goal of reducing violence and abuse among children.  http://www.bahaytuluyan.org

DysrupIT™ and SolCyber Partner to Offer 24/7 Managed Security Service for Small and Medium Businesses

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Providing round-the-clock protection to keep businesses secure.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Cloud and as-a-Service advocate, DysrupIT™ has announced a strategic alliance with managed security services provider, SolCyber. DysrupIT™ has bolstered its existing cyber security service by now offering their clients an affordable, comprehensive 24/7 managed Security-as-a-Service, powered by SolCyber.

SolCyber enables organisations to achieve cyber resilience with their innovative and modern managed security services. The company offers a comprehensive solution utilising leading technologies and services in a cost-effective model. It provides protection across the entire threat lifecycle with 24/7 SOC support. Customers can achieve a nation-state level of security at a lower cost, in less than 30 days.

“Our partnership with SolCyber is a strategic addition to our cyber security service offering,” says DysrupIT™ Head of Alliances and Partnerships, Marco Hermosura. “In today’s current threat landscape and cyber skills shortages, we want to offer a robust and complete security solution that can be scaled from small business through to enterprise. Our managed security, “Powered by SolCyber”, combines our significant security assets, tools, processes, and expertise, allowing organisations to quickly improve their cyber security posture through an affordable and simple monthly subscription. Being cloud driven and with our joint global support footprint, DysrupIT’s extended security services can provide protection to our clients regardless of their location and time zone.”

The security Teams in DysrupIT™ and SolCyber have significant combined experience in cyber threat detection and management. Clients that subscribe to the Security-as-a-Service offering have direct access to this knowledge through a dedicated client management team.

“Knowing Marco and the team well, we really appreciate their security acumen, pedigree and massive knowledge of security market. We are very excited to be working with them as our primary MSP partner for the Asia Pacific region, and we are confident that they have the focus, knowledge, and experience to assist small to mid-sized organizations build their cyber resilience and security posture to handle the most sophisticated of threats,” said Scott McCrady, CEO of SolCyber. “With the recent spate of high-profile breaches in Australia and the Region, there are hundreds of smaller organizations falling under the radar that have been breached — many that have been unable to recover quickly or at all. With SolCyber’s Foundational Coverage, now available through DysruptIT, businesses can experience a whole new approach. We’re disrupting legacy MSSP providers by delivering Fortune 500-level managed security in an incredibly affordable manner that is simple to implement and enhances speed and agility.”

DysrupIT™ CEO Andrew McCarroll commented, “The alliance with SolCyber fits seamlessly into our strategy of helping clients transform their business: moving them to Cloud and migrating from legacy models to as-a-Service. We already support clients across our operations, at an enterprise level with SaaS applications such as Oracle and to a granular level as with Couchbase’s database-as-a-service. Extending our relationships to provide consumption-based security gives Company Boards affordable options that can be implemented quickly and with no major CAPEX requirement.”

About DysrupIT

DysrupIT is an Australian IT Services provider working with Australian companies and governments to address complex business challenges, from digital transformation to cybersecurity.  Industry leaders from DysrupIT™ and SolCyber will co-manage this innovative service. For more information, go to https://dysrupit.com/cyber-security/.

Ready to take your cyber security to the next level? Contact us today to learn more about how DysrupIT, powered by SolCyber’s comprehensive security solutions, can protect your business and reduce risk. Email Marco Hermosura at [email protected]

About SolCyber

SolCyber, a Forgepoint Capital company, is the first modern MSSP to deliver a curated stack of enterprise strength security tools and services that are streamlined, accessible and affordable for any organization. SolCyber is disrupting the status quo, by providing a new standard of managed security services that work to reduce cyber risk, wastage, and complexity. We believe in a secure environment for all. For more information about SolCyber, visit www.solcyber.com.

DysrupIT™ Appoints Guruprasad Murty as India Country Manager

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IT Industry expert, Guruprasad Murty, has joined Australian headquartered IT services company, DysrupIT™ to open and manage its Delivery Centre in Bengaluru, India.

Guru brings to the DysrupIT™ Team more than 30 years of building and managing IT service delivery organisations, supporting global clients with a wide range of business solutions. Chief Executive Officer of DysrupIT, Andrew McCarroll, says, “Guru is well known to the Team at DysrupIT. We have a tremendous amount of respect and trust in his experience. He will do an excellent job building and nurturing our new family in India.”

DysrupIT™ supports partners and clients in investing in the Cloud and adopting as-a-Service business models. The new India Delivery Centre will work seamlessly with its existing Philippines hub in supporting its expanding capabilities.

Andrew McCarroll says, “The combined capabilities of our Philippines and Indian Delivery Centres will extend our service coverage, with a big focus on helping customers to better navigate the global skills shortage by complementing in-house IT operations with DysrupIT.”

The Company’s Indian Delivery Centre will be operational at the start of 2023.