Your Long-Term IT & Cybersecurity Partner
For 16+ years, Simtech-IT has helped UK businesses stay secure, productive and competitive with proactive IT support, cybersecurity and strategic leadership.
TRUSTED GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE SERVICES
A Security-First Managed IT Provider Trusted by UK SMBs
Simtech-IT was founded in 2009 with a simple belief:
Businesses deserve IT that works quietly in the background — keeping them secure, productive, and ready to grow.
Over the last 16+ years, we’ve become a trusted partner to organisations across the UK, delivering:
We focus on long-term partnerships, not break/fix relationships.
Our mission is to help our clients grow by transforming IT from a cost into a competitive advantage.
From Local IT Support… to a UK-Wide Strategic IT Partner
Simtech-IT began as a small, hands-on support provider with one goal:
make IT simple, accessible, and genuinely helpful for local businesses.
As cyber threats increased and technology evolved, we expanded our capabilities to deliver:
Today, we serve organisations nationwide — but our customer-first philosophy hasn’t changed.
Mission
To deliver secure, proactive IT and cybersecurity that enables UK businesses to grow with confidence.
Vision
To become a leading UK-wide MSP known for award-winning customer experience, rock-solid security, and strategic technology leadership.
Security First
Everything we deliver is built on modern cybersecurity best practices.
People First Support
Friendly engineers who solve problems quickly and treat your team with care.
Simplicity
We remove complexity and make technology easy to understand and use.
Continuous Improvement
We refine and evolve your environment every quarter to support your long-term goals.
Industry Certifications & Recognition
We take quality, security and professionalism seriously. Our certifications and partnerships ensure we deliver safe, reliable and industry-aligned solutions.
The People Behind Simtech-IT
Karl Wood
CEO & FounderWith over two decades of experience in technology and risk management, Karl has expertly navigated the complexities of both large corporations and small enterprises. His impressive track record includes serving in FTSE100, FTSE250, and Fortune500 companies. Karl is also a successful entrepreneur, having founded multi-award winning businesses in technology, cyber security, regulatory compliance, and mental health, operating across five continents.
Jack Harris
Professional Services / Level 2 SupportHaving joined the company 13 years ago as a 17-year-old apprentice, Jack brings a wealth of experience in supporting SME clients. His professional journey includes completing his apprenticeship and earning CompTIA and Microsoft certifications across various disciplines. As the essential bridge between strategy and execution, Jack ensures seamless operations, client satisfaction, and team cohesion.
Thomas Crow
Technical Alignment / vCIOWith over seven years of experience, Tom excels in project delivery, having successfully led and executed projects for FTSE100 firms and the Ministry of Defence (MOD). His expertise showcases his ability to manage high-stakes initiatives. Tom’s strong background in compliance and cybersecurity leadership enables him to drive compliance standards and ensure clients meet regulatory requirements.
Jack Powell
IT Helpdesk SpecialistJack spearheads our helpdesk, serving as the front-line IT support and the initial point of contact for our valued clients. He is responsible for quickly and effectively handling support queries, and escalating more serious issues, particularly cyber-related incidents, to the rest of the team. With extensive experience in supporting SME clients, and CompTIA and Microsoft training, Jack ensures our clients receive top-notch service and solutions.
Laura Smith
Business AdministratorLaura brings extensive background in small business accounting to our team. In her role, she oversees budgeting, financial planning, and human resources. Additionally, Laura contributes to our marketing efforts and provides general business administrative support to the entire team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
Elaine Fish
Accounts DepartmentElaine oversees our financial transactions, ensuring seamless operations. She handles purchase invoices from suppliers and ensures timely payments. Additionally, she manages sales invoices issued to our clients and provides credit control services to maintain healthy cash flow. With 13 years experience as a Practice Manager at a solicitors’ firm, Elaine brings expertise in running, maintaining, and managing multiple offices, contributing significantly to the smooth running of our internal operations.
We’re a small, highly skilled team that prioritises relationships, responsiveness and excellence in everything we do.
When you call us, you speak to people — not ticket numbers.
How We Deliver Results: The IT Growth Cycle®
Our proprietary 5-step framework ensures consistency, security, and strategic alignment across everything we do.
It covers:
This repeatable methodology delivers measurable improvements in security, uptime, performance and productivity.
Supporting Growing UK SMBs Across Key Industries
We work best with teams of 5–100 people who rely on their IT to operate, communicate, collaborate and grow.
Industries We Serve Well:
Industries We Avoid:
We tailor our support to each organisation’s needs, compliance requirements and long-term goals.
Proudly Supporting Those Who Serve
At Simtech, we proudly uphold the Armed Forces Covenant. Our commitment extends to those who selflessly serve our nation. We recognise the sacrifices made by our armed forces personnel and their families. By supporting this covenant, we pledge to provide fair treatment, employment opportunities, and unwavering support to veterans, reservists, and their loved ones.
It’s an honour to stand alongside these brave individuals, and we salute their dedication and service.
Helping the Environment by Planting 10,000 Trees
Simtech is taking direct action to help the environment by planting 10,000 trees around the world. We realise that direct action must be taken to create a healthier climate and to protect biodiversity. We are committed to planting trees to help reforestation efforts around the globe.
West Midlands Community Support
We believe in giving back and making a positive impact where we live and work
South Wye Police Boxing Academy
We champion youth development through sports. By backing the South Wye Police Boxing Academy, we empower young individuals to build discipline, confidence, and resilience.
Herefordshire Art for Veterans
Creativity heals, and we stand by our veterans. Our collaboration with Herefordshire Art for Veterans provides therapeutic art programs, fostering well-being and camaraderie among those who’ve served.
Dean Forest Kitchens
Simtech are proud to support Dean Forest Kitchens whose friendly team provide warm meals to those who need it. Freshly prepared and delivered directly to the table of those they support.
Ukrainian Fighters
Simtech raised funds to procure essential battlefield medical supplies, notably NATO standard first aid kits and combat tourniquets, vital tools for treating injuries sustained in conflict zones. Our contacts orchestrated safe and efficient transportation, bypassing obstacles posed by the ongoing conflict.
On arrival in the Ukraine, Simtech’s medical supplies were distributed directly to units on the front line.
Their identities have been hidden for safety reasons.
Rank Outsiders AFC
Sports unite us. We sponsor Rank Outsiders AFC, a grassroots football team located in Cinderford, Gloucestershire. Their dedication inspires us, and we’re proud to contribute to their success.
Let’s Build a Better, More Secure Future for Your Business
Book a friendly, no-obligation call with our team today.
