Allcooper appoints director to fast growing division ‘Allcooper Converge’
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West-based fast expanding integrated security group, Allcooper Security Solutions, has announced the appointment of Martyn Smith to spearhead development of Allcooper Converge - the convergence solutions division, which incorporates IP, IT, data, video and voice services.
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Moreover, Martyn brings a wealth of experience in the systems sector, and will be a valuable member of the senior management team as we develop our footprint across the west, and nationally.”
Already, Allcooper has secured contracts in London, with prestigious projects at corporate offices in Canary Wharf, in addition to flagship accounts closer to home, including the region's largest conference and entertainment venue The Centaur at Cheltenham Race Course, Gloucester Rugby Club and Cheltenham Ladies College.
The convergence solutions business was formed in May 2003, when Allcooper acquired Connect Systems, and overnight added to the Group's IT capability, with customers including Moog Controls, Needham & James solicitors, Travel Scope, Kestrel Court, Surrey-based and vineyard owners Nyetimber. The division is a major contributor to the Group's £5 million plus turnover and anticipates growth of 25 per cent next year.
Integrated security, together with high signal integrity systems, based on Cat 5e and Cat 6, enables clients to benefit from joined-up systems, including IP surveillance and IT security through to VOIP technology, integration of internet services, AV and multimedia products. The division, headed by Smith, boasts teams of engineers, project managers and administrative staff.
The convergence solutions division brings a depth of experience in all the following areas:-
- Structured Cabling Infrastructure
- Data Network Design & Implementation
- VOIP
- Wireless
- Voice
- IT consultancy
Smith, 52, has an impressive track record, with over 14 years in the IP networking industry, following a career with the Dowty group. He started in the industry with Cheltenham based ADC KRONE as project manager, progressing to a lead role in the national sales team and from there joined London-based Pandi, and responsible for more than doubling growth to £18m in three years.
Cheltenham born and bred, Smith is married with two children and his interests include golf, rugby and motor sports.