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Strengthening our Managed Services and enhancing our Microsoft expertise

Chess Welcomes Interhost

We’re pleased to announce that Chess ICT has acquired Interhost LLP, an IT managed services specialist and Microsoft Certified Partner with a strong reputation and loyal customer base.

This acquisition strengthens our Managed Services offering, enhances our Microsoft expertise, and brings a highly skilled team into the Chess ICT family while adding £1.5m to our turnover.

Still Not Using Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA)?

These UK Statistics Should Shock You

Microsoft’s security data shows that more than 99.9% of compromised accounts had Multi‑Factor Authentication switched off. This is not a subtle warning, it’s a flashing red alert. Almost every account breach could have been prevented simply by enabling MFA. [learn.microsoft.com]

"Giving to Gain" and Supporting Women in Local Communities

International Women’s Day

Chess celebrates International Women’s Day by supporting women and families across its local communities. Through the Give to Gain mission, people from across the organisation donated essential items to foodbanks in Alderley, Poole and Burnley, reflecting the Chess Blueprint pledge to Play our Part.

How Chess Found £12.7k in Annual Azure Savings Using Our Own Cost Optimisation Assessment

At Chess, we’re always looking for smarter ways to work – not just for our customers, but within our own cloud environments too. So when we launched our Azure Cost Optimisation Assessment, we decided to put it to the test internally.

The Great British Switch Off: Rising Costs And What They Mean for Your Business

With the Great British Switch Off set for January 2027, now is the time for businesses to take action. This guide explains what’s changing, the impact on your operations, and why moving to Full Fibre (FTTP) is the most reliable and cost‑effective step you can take.

Leaders from across Chess share their forecasts on AI, cybersecurity and the cost pressures that will shape UK organisations in 2026.

Chess Tech Predictions 2026: What UK Organisations Need to Prepare For

Chess leaders share their 2026 predictions, from AI adoption and rising cybersecurity risks to the cost pressures reshaping UK organisations in the year ahead.

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5 Reasons Businesses Can’t Afford to Ignore Managed IT Services in 2026

Technology now sits at the heart of every organisation, powering productivity, customer experience, and long‑term growth. But as systems evolve and threats become more advanced, managing IT internally becomes increasingly challenging.

Follow Our Behind the Scenes AI Journey

Discover How AI Is Changing Customer Service at Chess

If you’re interested in AI and how it might work in a real-life situation, follow our story and find out more about how we’re embracing AI in Chess.

Our journey begins in customer service, with our service teams who are at the heart of everything we do. The results are already transforming how we work.

Changes to Terms and Conditions

Changes to Terms and Conditions - Schedule 4.6 Points Support Services

We have made the following changes to Schedule 4.6 Points Support Services:

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