ICT Cluster Management – Franchise Businesses
The virtualisation of server technologies delivered by companies such as VMWare,
Citrix and (increasingly) via Microsoft Server environments, coupled with SaaS,
has provided a great opportunity for Franchisers, or networks of businesses, to
share their IT infrastructure and support resources without overlapping or compromising
their own business information and needs.
As the primary provider of IT support to its own Plc parent company (made up of
over 40 independent businesses), Eclipse is an expert in delivering infrastructure
consolidation and efficiency, together with application software management that
is aligned to businesses needs. This includes the support of common applications,
delivery of independent and specialist software plus the integration where necessary
for common back office functions (i.e. Billing, payroll, Accounts Receivable etc.)
Among mid-size IT companies, Eclipse is uniquely placed in its expertise and delivery
skills to offer these services and align multiple businesses’ IT needs into a common
business platform.
