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Join us for Tech on Tap @22

Join us for an informal networking event at 22 Bishopsgate, the tallest building in the City of London, to discuss the technical challenges of today, meet like-minded IT professionals and enjoy a drink at ‘The Market’ on Level 2.

23 Sept 2025 | 5pm – 8pm | London, UK
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Case studies

Some of our fantastic projects

From huge names you’ll know to organisations in niche sectors, we have exceptional experience you can rely on.

Exterior of Co-op Live in Manchester. An Ideal client.

Co-op Live

Advanced CNS and award-winning high-density Wi-Fi delivering an outstanding experience for 23,500 music lovers.

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External shot of 150 Holborn, one of the smartest buildings in Europe. An Ideal client.

150 Holborn

Delivering a secure, scalable, and flexible network infrastructure to enable one of the smartest buildings in Europe.

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Exterior of IKEA with coloured flags. An Ideal client.

IKEA

14 years supporting and maintaining the Cisco network infrastructure that keeps this retail giant reliably connected across the UK.

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Highlights

Take a closer look

We’ll take time to understand your precise challenges, before creating a bespoke solution using proven-technology that can adapt and change as your business does.

66Floors at 22 Bishopsgate

We designed, implemented and support the core network for London’s highest office.

#1Cisco Smart Buildings/Venue Partner of the Year

EMEA UK & Ireland Winner.

“Having 24/7/365 Managed Services based in our offices makes for a cohesive response when it matters most for the customer.”

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Service Delivery Manager

“The Ideal Academy ensures everyone has their own clear path to progression and keeps everyone engaged.”

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Head of People & Culture

150Holborn

Ask for a tour of one of the smartest buildings in Europe..

15+Years and counting

And still just as obsessively curious and fiercely independent.

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Future-Proof with SASE

Join our hands-on technical workshop to explore Palo Alto Networks’ Prisma Access SASE  solution at their London offices, Level 55, 22 Bishopsgate, in the heart of the city.

21 October 2025 | 9am – 12 | London, UK
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News and Insights

What we’re thinking…

Managing a Smart Building: A Modern Approach to Networked Environments

Smart Buildings are no longer futuristic concepts—they’re living, evolving ecosystems. Managing the underlying networks that power them, particularly a Converged Network System (CNS), requires a new mindset.

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Rhys Sheridan, an apprentice at Ideal, standing in front of foliage in the Ideal office.

Apprenticeships. Rhys proves age doesn’t matter

Rhys Sheridan is approaching the end of his apprenticeship with Ideal, aged 34. He says apprenticeships are for everyone.

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The Ideal Academy – your career, your way

At Ideal, we always look to employ ambitious people. To keep them happy, we therefore have to ensure that each person has a pathway that enables them to learn and progress in a way that suits them. That’s what the Ideal Academy is all about.

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Testimonials

What do our client’s say?

  • “Ideal’s truly end-to-end converged network solution is critical to ensuring our building is futureproofed, scalable and secure in an ever-evolving world.”

    Author thumbnail Dan Cope Head of Technology, Dar UK
  • “Ideal have a strong ability to execute and manage complicated projects and have been a trusted technology partner in the success of Battersea…”

    Author thumbnail Stuart Bailey Preconstruction Manager, Skanska
  • “We really do see them as an extension of our team.”

    Author thumbnail David Griffiths IT Operations Lead, Horder Healthcare
  • “I really trust Ideal – they completed the project under pressure with no disruption. As a result we have a faster network, greater resilience and decreased security risks.”

    Author thumbnail Chris Fullalove IT Director, Caffyns Group
  • “ …we wouldn’t be able to do our job without the team. It’s like having an extra set of hands at the desk at all times.”

    Author thumbnail James Ward Technical Services Director, Battersea Power Station

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We have in-depth experience across a broad scope of sectors and specialisms to help solve your pain points and realise your vision.

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