Logicalis is buying UK-based Q Associates. The acquisition will boost capabilities to Logicalis UKI’s core expertise in digital infrastructure, networking and cloud. This will, ideally, result in a broader portfolio of top solutions and services for customers.

Q Associates provides technology solutions to UK universities and research councils. It also services government security services, home office departments and commercial clients. This is across industry sectors such as finance, legal, transportation and energy.

With headquarters in Newbury, Berkshire, Q Associates also has regional offices in London, Manchester and Newcastle. They also have a Microsoft technical delivery team in Zimbabwe.

Logicalis UK’s Alex Louth

“The acquisition of Q Associates is fantastic news for all our customers. [It also] further strengthens our partnership portfolio,” said Alex Louth, CEO of Logicalis UKI. “This announcement shows our commitment to being at the top table in the UKI partner market and customer landscape. [This is] especially around the higher education and government secured services sectors. Extending the reach and skills of Logicalis UKI shows our hunger to grow and provide increased value to customers across all sectors.”

Q Associates’ Andrew Griffiths

“We are extremely proud of the achievements of Q Associates. [We have] strong values around technical excellence and customer satisfaction,” said Andrew Griffiths, business development director, Q Associates. “This acquisition is a natural fit for both organisations. [It] will provide clear benefits to our customers through the extended capability and reach of Logicalis. I am very excited by this next stage in our evolution.”

This digital infrastructure boost is a boon to Logicalis’ upward growth, the company said.