Central IT Solutions Ltd

20/01/2026

RAM prices have increased significantly over the past 6–9 months.

Here’s an example of what we’re seeing when comparing mid-2025 pricing to today:

- 16GB RAM: ~£55 → ~£275
- 32GB RAM: ~£90 → ~£325

This level of increase isn’t being driven by consumer demand. It’s largely due to global memory manufacturers prioritising AI and datacentre workloads over general-purpose hardware.

What this means for businesses:
- New laptops and desktops are more expensive than they were last year
- Server upgrades and memory expansions cost more
- Delaying hardware refresh plans may result in higher costs later

Our advice:
If you’re planning hardware purchases in the next 6–12 months, it’s worth reviewing timelines now rather than assuming prices will fall.

21/11/2025

Many teams are experimenting with AI - some using Copilot, others using public tools like ChatGPT.

To cut through the hype and confusion, we’re hosting a live Microsoft 365 Copilot session with real demos and clear guidance on safe adoption.

📅 Wednesday 10 December | 2:00–3:00 pm GMT
🎙 Central IT Solutions Ltd + Angela Pawar (Microsoft Copilot Specialist)

👉 Register: 5c40704c-e4b4-4e68-93dd-5637918ab952@24708caa-58e2-4349-8e36-b779f67a32fc" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5c40704c-e4b4-4e68-93dd-5637918ab952@24708caa-58e2-4349-8e36-b779f67a32fc

Can’t join? Register and we’ll send the recording. We look forward to you joining.

05/08/2025

At Central IT, we’re delighted to announce that we’re once again sponsoring the Midlands Nautique Wake Open in 2025. After a fantastic event in 2024, it was an easy decision to continue supporting this exciting competition and the growing wakeboarding community.

The Midlands Nautique Wake Open is more than just a sporting event – it’s about bringing people together. From talented riders to enthusiastic spectators, the atmosphere last year was electric, and we’re looking forward to seeing what 2025 brings.

As a West Midlands-based business, we believe in giving back to local communities and supporting events that make a positive impact. It’s part of what drives us at Central IT.

You can revisit our highlights from last year’s event here:
https://centralitsolutionsltd.com/exciting-highlights-from-the-2024-midlands-nautique-wake-open/

17/06/2025

Today we’re attending the WatchGuard Technologies UK Conference at the iconic British Motor Museum, joining industry leaders and peers to explore the latest developments in cybersecurity.

We’ve had an early look at WatchGuard’s 2025 roadmap, with exciting product updates and enhanced platform integrations — all designed to offer stronger, smarter protection for businesses like yours.

Their new message says it all: “Real Security, for the Real World.”

It’s a timely reminder that in today’s landscape, security needs to be practical, proactive, and built to handle the threats that real businesses face every day.

Plenty of innovation on the horizon — and we’re ready to bring the best of it back to our customers.

24/03/2025

🚨 Security Alert: DrayTek Router Vulnerability 🚨

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in several DrayTek router models, currently being exploited in active cyberattacks. This flaw allows unauthorised remote access — putting business networks at serious risk.

DrayTek has issued urgent firmware updates to address the issue. If your business uses DrayTek hardware, immediate action is strongly advised. Businesses relying on this hardware should seriously consider the long-term risks of entry-level firewalls.

📩 Not a customer? Need support or advice? Our team is here to help.

👉 Stay protected. Get in touch with Central IT today.

19/02/2025

Struggling with costly IT infrastructure and security concerns? Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) with Central IT Solutions Ltd is the game-changing solution your business needs.

With its 𝐩𝐚𝐲-𝐚𝐬-𝐲𝐨𝐮-𝐠𝐨, enhanced security, and seamless remote access, AVD ensures your team stays productive from anywhere.
Why choose AVD?

✔ Cost-Effective – No upfront hardware costs, only pay for what you use.
✔ Enhanced Security – Zero Trust security
✔ Scalable & Flexible – Instantly scale up or down as your business demands.
✔ Superior Performance – Fast, reliable, and optimised for all devices.

📖 Want to learn more? Read our in-depth blog post: https://centralitsolutionsltd.com/azure-virtual-desktop-future/

Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) is a game-changer, offering a modern alternative to traditional remote desktop solutions like Remote Desktop Services (RDS).

30/01/2025

What is Cyber Security? 💡

It’s more than just a buzzword—it’s the backbone of protecting your business from cyberattacks. From EDR and MDR to Patch Management and Cyber Essentials Plus, effective Cyber Security ensures your systems, data, and people are safeguarded.

Ready to break it down? Discover the key components of Cyber Security and how they protect your business in our latest blog.

📖 Read now: https://centralitsolutionsltd.com/what-is-cyber-security/

In today’s world, the term “Cyber Security” is more than just a buzzword. It’s a vital part of protecting businesses, their employees, and their customers from the ever-growing threat of cyberattacks.

15/01/2025

Celebrating 20 Years of Dedication! 🎉

Today, we’re celebrating a huge milestone—Dre’s 20-year journey with Central IT Solutions Ltd!

From starting in the build room fixing machines to becoming our Operations Director, Dre has been a driving force behind our growth and success. His dedication, leadership, and positivity have helped shape the company we are today.

Join us in celebrating Dre’s incredible achievement by reading his full story here:

📖 https://centralitsolutionsltd.com/dres-20-years-central-it/

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Drop a comment to share your memories or send congratulations! 🙌

This year, we have the incredible honour of recognising Dre for reaching an extraordinary 20 years with us.

03/01/2025

🎉 2024: A Year to Celebrate! 🎉

Looking back, 2024 was a year of growth, achievements, and innovation at Central IT.

From completing 15,000 tickets to earning ISO27001 certification and being named WatchGuard Partner of the Year, we couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve accomplished.

Thank you to our amazing clients, partners, and team for making it all happen.

🔗 Take a look at our 2024 wrap-up blog for all the highlights: https://centralitsolutionsltd.com/central-it-2024-wrapped/

Here’s to continuing our success in 2025! 🚀

As 2024 comes to a close, we’re thrilled to share a wrap-up of an incredible year for Central IT Solutions.

24/12/2024

🎄 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 & 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐓! 🎉

As we wrap up 2024, we’d like to take a moment to thank our incredible team and amazing clients for an outstanding year.

This year, we've grown to a team of 21 dedicated professionals, resolved 15,000 tickets, received 372 excellent feedback ratings, and supported nearly 4,000 endpoints—a testament to our commitment to delivering top-notch service.

🚀 We’re excited to build on this success and achieve even more in 2025. Onwards and upwards!

📅 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬:
We’re now closed for Christmas but will be open for limited support on 27th, 28th, and 29th December. Full operations resume on 2nd January 2025.

Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a fantastic start to the New Year!