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The IT Due Diligence Checklist for Mergers and Acquisitions
11 Mar, 2026
From
£15
Per user, per monthEssentials Package
- Monitoring
- Managed Anti-Virus
- Patch Management
- Scheduled Maintenance
IT Helpdesk Outsourcing in the UK
Your staff deserve a helpdesk that actually helps. Cloudswitched provides outsourced IT helpdesk services staffed by experienced UK engineers who resolve issues quickly, professionally, and with genuine care.
UK Engineers
Every call is answered by a qualified engineer based in the UK — no overseas call centres or scripted responses.
Fast Resolution
Over 75% of tickets are resolved on first contact, keeping your team productive and frustration-free.
Multi-Channel
Phone, email, and online portal access so your staff can reach the helpdesk in whichever way suits them best.
Why Outsource Your IT Helpdesk?
Running an internal helpdesk is expensive. You need to recruit, train, and retain qualified engineers, manage shift patterns, and invest in service management tools. Outsourcing to Cloudswitched gives your business access to a full helpdesk team at a fraction of the internal cost, with the added benefit of broader expertise and guaranteed service levels.
What Sets Us Apart
Engineer-Led
Our helpdesk is staffed by qualified engineers, not call loggers. The person who answers your call has the skills to resolve most issues there and then.
Branded Experience
We can answer calls in your company name, providing a seamless experience for your staff. It feels like an internal helpdesk, delivered externally.
Continuous Improvement
Ticket trend analysis identifies recurring issues. We address root causes proactively, reducing ticket volumes over time.
Outsourced Helpdesk Includes
First and second-line support for all IT issues
Phone, email, and portal ticket submission
Guaranteed response and resolution SLAs
Remote troubleshooting and screen sharing
User account and password management
Monthly reporting on ticket trends and satisfaction
Helpdesk Outsourcing Plans
From
£30
Per user, per monthAssurance Package
- Monitoring
- Managed Anti-Virus
- Patch Management
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Remote Support
- Dedicated Account Manager
From
£50
Per user, per monthUltimate Package
- Monitoring
- Managed Anti-Virus
- Patch Management
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Remote Support
- Dedicated Account Manager
- Onsite Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — in a good way. Most clients report improved satisfaction after switching to our helpdesk. We can answer calls in your company name, and our engineers are trained to provide a friendly, professional experience that feels like an extension of your team.
Our standard helpdesk operates Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm. Extended hours and weekend cover are available on our higher-tier packages. Critical infrastructure monitoring runs 24/7 regardless of plan.
First-line engineers resolve straightforward issues immediately. Complex problems are escalated to second-line specialists with defined resolution targets. If a third-party vendor is involved, we manage the escalation on your behalf.
Absolutely. Many clients use our helpdesk for first and second-line support while their internal team focuses on projects and strategic work. We integrate with your tools and processes for a seamless experience.
We run a structured onboarding process that includes auditing your environment, documenting common issues, and training our team on your specific setup. A parallel running period ensures no support gaps during the transition.
Free On Boarding worth up to £2,000!
Limited time offer - valid until 31/05/2026
Let's Talk About Your IT
Describe your helpdesk needs and we will explain how outsourcing can improve service quality and reduce costs.
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