AI focus for local entrepreneurs latest business in Telford
A new Telford IT company is set to help organisations grow by optimising their IT systems and readying them for emerging technologies including artificial intelligence (AI).
Chief Executive Tom Sykes previously operated successful Telford MSP, Rockford IT, for 17 years, employing 50 people. Tom was also formerly IT Director of a top 100 law firm, giving invaluable insight into the experience of an MSP customer.
Stiperstone, a Managed IT Services Provider (MSP), will also partner with organisations in Shropshire, the Midlands and beyond to increase the efficiency of their IT and reduce operational costs.
The new company launches today at its headquarters in Central Park, Telford. Stiperstone has been set up by seasoned IT professional Tom Sykes. Tom has been joined by a team of experts who will support organisations across the region to manage their IT.
Stiperstone will enable organisations to innovate by integrating AI software for business, including Microsoft Copilot. Introducing AI, organisations have the opportunity to enhance productivity, improve decision-making, and create more efficient work processes.
Key to Stiperstone’s approach is empowering businesses to get the most value from their existing IT. The company will monitor IT systems, tuning them to optimise performance and identify potential cost savings. Providing a co-manged service that integrates with in-house IT teams, Stiperstone is resourced to provide robust support and round-the-clock managed services, including cyber security.
The company draws on extensive experience providing managed IT services across various sectors, including professional services, hospitality, education, charities, and non-profit organisations.
Chief Executive Tom Sykes previously operated successful Telford MSP, Rockford IT, for 17 years, employing 50 people. Tom was also formerly IT Director of a top 100 law firm, giving invaluable insight into the experience of an MSP customer.
Managing Stiperstone, Tom Sykes is joined by Chief Sales Officer, Wayne Howells, who previously worked at one of the region’s other leading MSPs of the last 20 years, OGL Group.
“At Stiperstone, we are focussed on intelligently maximising technology,” says Tom. “Our aim is for organisations in Shropshire and beyond to optimise their performance. Many organisations aren’t properly using the IT services and software they’re paying for. Often, this is only realised when there’s a problem or security breach. Our approach will give management teams and the boardroom a transparent understanding of their IT, which will support stronger decision making, including the integration of new technologies including AI.”
Stiperstone has ambitious plans throughout 2025 including the recruitment of wider expertise from across Telford and the Midlands.
Pic: Left Tom Sykes – right Wayne Howells at Grosvenor House, Central Park, Telford
