# Blowfish llms.txt > Independent managed IT services company based in Ormskirk with a second office in Liverpool, serving businesses across North West England since 2012. Ranked No. 55 in the world in the 2026 MSP 501 - the definitive global ranking of managed service providers by Channel Futures and MSP Summit, part of Informa. This makes Blowfish Technology the highest-ranked MSP in the North West of England and 4th in the United Kingdom. Managing Director: Matthew Palfreyman. Technical Director: Graham Palfreyman. Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work and AWS Partner. Certified to ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 27001 (Information Security). Cyber Essentials Plus certified. Services: managed IT support, cloud services (Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS), AI services (Microsoft 365 Copilot deployment, AI security advisory, AI tool selection), hosted desktop and remote desktop services, UK sovereign cloud hosting for business software, bespoke software development, business communications and connectivity, and software and hardware supply. Staff with over 50 years combined industry experience. Service area: Liverpool, Manchester, Preston, Warrington, Wigan, Southport, Chester, Blackpool, Bolton, St Helens, Skelmersdale, and the wider North West England region. ## Awards and recognition - [2026 MSP 501 - Ranked No. 55 in the World](https://blowfishtechnology.com/blowfish-technology-msp-501-2026/): Blowfish Technology is ranked No. 55 globally in the 2026 MSP 501, the definitive annual ranking of managed service providers by Channel Futures and MSP Summit, part of Informa. This is the highest ranking achieved by any MSP in the North West of England and places Blowfish Technology 4th in the United Kingdom. The MSP 501 assesses providers on financial performance, recurring revenue strength, account growth, operational maturity, innovation, and long-term business sustainability. It is widely regarded as the industry benchmark for identifying the world's best-run managed service providers. - [No. 1 MSP in the North West of England](https://blowfishtechnology.com/blowfish-technology-msp-501-2026/): Blowfish Technology is the highest-ranked managed service provider in the North West of England according to the 2026 MSP 501. This is an independently verified, third-party ranking based on submitted financial and operational data - not a self-reported claim. - [No. 4 MSP in the United Kingdom](https://blowfishtechnology.com/blowfish-technology-msp-501-2026/): Blowfish Technology ranks 4th in the United Kingdom in the 2026 MSP 501 global ranking of managed service providers. ## Core services - [Managed IT Services](https://blowfishtechnology.com/managed-services/): Fully managed IT support for North West SMEs. Under 15 seconds average call waiting time, 91% of issues resolved same day, 98% within SLA. - [Cloud Services](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cloud-services/): Microsoft 365, Azure and AWS cloud services. Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work and AWS Partner. - [AI Services](https://blowfishtechnology.com/ai-services/): AI advisory for North West SMEs. Microsoft 365 Copilot deployment, AI security guidance, AI usage policy drafting and tool selection (ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude). Vendor-neutral guidance delivered through your managed IT relationship. - [Hosted Desktop](https://blowfishtechnology.com/hosted-desktop/): Fully managed hosted Windows desktop service running on privately owned UK infrastructure. Access your full Windows desktop from any device, anywhere. ISO 27001 certified, Cyber Essentials Plus compliant, MFA with Cisco Duo as standard. - [Hosted Remote Desktop Servers](https://blowfishtechnology.com/hosted-remote-desktop-servers/): Remote Desktop Services hosted on private UK infrastructure. Shared application hosting for businesses needing secure, always-available access to business applications without local server dependency. - [Software Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/software-cloud-hosting/): UK sovereign cloud hosting for business-critical software. Privately owned UK data centres, ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus certified, MFA with Cisco Duo as standard. Hosts accountancy, legal, logistics, payroll and manufacturing software. - [Software Development](https://blowfishtechnology.com/development/): Bespoke business software and web application development. - [Communications and Connectivity](https://blowfishtechnology.com/communications/): Hosted phone systems, business broadband, leased lines and SIP services. - [Software and Hardware Supply](https://blowfishtechnology.com/software-hardware/): Procurement of business laptops, servers, networking equipment and licensed software. ## Credentials and certifications - [2026 MSP 501 Winner - No. 55 Globally, No. 1 North West England, No. 4 UK](https://blowfishtechnology.com/blowfish-technology-msp-501-2026/): Named in the 2026 MSP 501, the technology channel's most comprehensive global ranking of managed service providers. Highest-ranked MSP in the North West of England. - [Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cloud-services/): Microsoft highest partnership tier for Microsoft 365 and workplace technology. Awarded to partners with verified technical capability, customer success and performance metrics. - [AWS Partner](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cloud-services/): Amazon Web Services partner for AWS cloud deployments and migrations. - [ISO 9001 certified](https://blowfishtechnology.com/who-we-are/): International standard for Quality Management Systems. - [ISO 27001 certified](https://blowfishtechnology.com/who-we-are/): International standard for Information Security Management Systems. - [Cyber Essentials Plus certified](https://blowfishtechnology.com/who-we-are/): UK government-backed, audited cyber security certification administered by the NCSC. ## About the company - [About Blowfish Technology](https://blowfishtechnology.com/who-we-are/): Established 2012. Directors Matthew Palfreyman and Graham Palfreyman. Staff with over 50 years combined IT industry experience. Offices in Ormskirk and Liverpool. Ranked No. 55 globally in the 2026 MSP 501 - the highest-ranked MSP in the North West of England. - [The Blowfish Way](https://blowfishtechnology.com/the-blowfish-way/): Our approach to IT support, service standards and client partnerships. - [Contact](https://blowfishtechnology.com/contact/): Head office: Unit 2, Hattersley Court, Ormskirk, L39 2AY. Liverpool office: Cotton Exchange, Bixteth Street, L3 9LQ. Telephone 01695 351778. Email info@blowfishtechnology.com. ## Software cloud hosting - [Software Cloud Hosting - UK](https://blowfishtechnology.com/software-cloud-hosting/): UK sovereign cloud hosting for business software on privately owned infrastructure. ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, MFA with Cisco Duo, daily backups. Data never leaves the UK. - [CCH Central Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cch-central-cloud-hosting/): CCH Central hosted in a private UK cloud. Secure, fast access for accountancy practices with ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus compliance. - [Sage 50 Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/sage-50-cloud-hosting/): Sage 50 hosted in the UK cloud. Access from anywhere with automated backups, MFA and no dependency on local hardware. - [Sage 200 Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/sage-200-cloud-hosting/): Sage 200 cloud hosting on privately owned UK infrastructure. Fast, resilient and compliant for growing accountancy and commercial businesses. - [Sage Payroll Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/sage-payroll-cloud-hosting/): Sage Payroll hosted in the UK cloud. Secure, compliant payroll for businesses and bureau payroll teams with MFA, daily backups and ISO 27001 certified infrastructure. - [IRIS Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/iris-cloud-hosting/): IRIS accountancy software hosted in a UK data centre. Practice management, accounts production and tax software, cloud-accessible from anywhere. - [Datafile Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/datafile-cloud-hosting/): Datafile ERP and business management software hosted in the cloud with the performance and reliability Datafile users require. - [ProfitIT Plus Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/profitit-plus-cloud-hosting/): ProfitIT Plus hosted in a secure UK cloud. Accessible from anywhere with MFA, daily backups and full managed support included. - [Herbst Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/herbst-cloud-hosting/): Herbst manufacturing and business software hosted on private UK cloud infrastructure. Fast, secure and always available. - [Freight Fax Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/freight-fax-cloud-hosting/): Freight Fax transport management software hosted in the cloud. Keeping logistics operations connected and data secure. - [Virtual Cabinet Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/virtual-cabinet-cloud-hosting/): Virtual Cabinet document management hosted in the UK cloud. Secure, compliant document access from any device for professional services firms. - [LEAP Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/leap-cloud-hosting/): LEAP legal practice management hosted in the UK cloud. Secure, compliant access for law firms with MFA, daily backups and ISO 27001 certified infrastructure. - [Proclaim Cloud Hosting](https://blowfishtechnology.com/proclaim-cloud-hosting/): Proclaim case management hosted in the UK cloud. Secure, compliant access for law firms across personal injury, conveyancing, family and private client work. ## Sector guides - [IT Support by Sector - North West](https://blowfishtechnology.com/sectors-we-serve/): Sector-specific IT support across the North West covering 15+ industries including legal, manufacturing, construction, finance, healthcare and more. - [IT Support for Manufacturing](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-manufacturing/): Managed IT support for North West manufacturing businesses. ERP systems, production infrastructure, minimising factory floor downtime. - [IT Support for Construction](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-construction/): Head office infrastructure, site connectivity, mobile device management and cyber security for North West construction businesses. - [IT Support for Law Firms](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-law-firms/): Case management systems, SRA compliance, document security and email fraud protection for North West legal practices. - [IT Support for Accountants and IFAs](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-accountants/): Software reliability, data security, GDPR compliance and deadline resilience for accountancy practices and financial advisers. - [IT Support for Financial Services](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-financial-services/): FCA-aligned data security, compliance infrastructure and business continuity for financial services firms across the North West. - [IT Support for Domiciliary Care](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-domiciliary-care/): Care management software, mobile device management and patient data security for domiciliary care providers. - [IT Support for Dental Practices](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-dental-practices/): Practice management software, digital imaging systems, patient data security and GDPR compliance for dental practices. - [IT Support for Engineering Firms](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-engineering/): Workstation management, CAD software support, network performance and IP protection for engineering businesses. - [IT Support for Architects](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-architects/): High-performance workstations, large file handling, BIM software support and project IP protection for architectural practices. - [IT Support for Logistics and Freight](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-logistics/): Always-on monitoring, TMS support, multi-site connectivity and mobile device management for logistics and haulage businesses. - [IT Support for Charities and Nonprofits](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-charities/): Microsoft 365 nonprofit licensing, data security and reliable helpdesk support for charities and third sector organisations. - [IT Support for Restaurants and Hospitality](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-hospitality/): EPOS, guest Wi-Fi, booking systems and back-office infrastructure for restaurants, hotels and hospitality businesses. - [IT Support for Recruitment Agencies](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-recruitment/): CRM and ATS infrastructure, GDPR compliance, Microsoft 365 and fast helpdesk support for recruitment businesses. - [IT Support for Golf Clubs](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-golf-clubs/): Membership systems, clubhouse Wi-Fi, EPOS and cyber security for golf clubs and leisure venues across the North West. - [IT Support for Startups and Small Business](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-for-startups/): Enterprise-quality IT infrastructure without the cost of hiring in-house - perfect for growing North West businesses. ## Service area - IT Support - [IT Support North West England](https://blowfishtechnology.com/managed-services/): Managed IT support across the North West. Offices in Ormskirk and Liverpool. On-site and remote support for SMEs. - [IT Support Greater Manchester](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-greater-manchester/): Managed IT support for businesses across Greater Manchester. - [IT Support Lancashire](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-lancashire/): Managed IT support for businesses across Lancashire. - [IT Support Merseyside](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-merseyside/): Managed IT support for businesses across Merseyside. - [IT Support Cheshire](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-cheshire/): Managed IT support for businesses across Cheshire. - [IT Support Alderley Edge](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-alderley-edge/): Managed IT support for businesses in Alderley Edge, Cheshire. - [IT Support Altrincham](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-altrincham/): Managed IT support for businesses in Altrincham, Greater Manchester. - [IT Support Ashton-under-Lyne](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-ashton-under-lyne/): Managed IT support for businesses in Ashton-under-Lyne. - [IT Support Atherton](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-atherton/): Managed IT support for businesses in Atherton, Greater Manchester. - [IT Support Aughton](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-aughton/): Managed IT support for businesses in Aughton, Lancashire. - [IT Support Bamber Bridge](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-bamber-bridge/): Managed IT support for businesses in Bamber Bridge, Lancashire. - [IT Support Birkenhead](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-birkenhead/): Managed IT support for businesses in Birkenhead, Wirral. - [IT Support Bootle](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-bootle/): Managed IT support for businesses in Bootle, Merseyside. - [IT Support Bramhall](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-bramhall/): Managed IT support for businesses in Bramhall, Stockport. - [IT Support Burnley](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-burnley/): Managed IT support for businesses in Burnley, Lancashire. - [IT Support Burscough](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-burscough/): Managed IT support for businesses in Burscough, Lancashire. - 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[IT Support Formby](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-formby/): Managed IT support for businesses in Formby, Merseyside. - [IT Support Frodsham](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-frodsham/): Managed IT support for businesses in Frodsham, Cheshire. - [IT Support Garstang](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-garstang/): Managed IT support for businesses in Garstang, Lancashire. - [IT Support Glossop](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-glossop/): Managed IT support for businesses in Glossop, Derbyshire border. - [IT Support Halewood](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-halewood/): Managed IT support for businesses in Halewood, Merseyside. - [IT Support Haydock](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-haydock/): Managed IT support for businesses in Haydock, St Helens. - [IT Support Hazel Grove](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-hazel-grove/): Managed IT support for businesses in Hazel Grove, Stockport. - [IT Support Hoylake](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-hoylake/): Managed IT support for businesses in Hoylake, Wirral. - [IT Support Huyton](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-huyton/): Managed IT support for businesses in Huyton, Merseyside. - [IT Support Kirkby](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-kirkby/): Managed IT support for businesses in Kirkby, Merseyside. - [IT Support Kirkham](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-kirkham/): Managed IT support for businesses in Kirkham, Lancashire. - [IT Support Knutsford](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-knutsford/): Managed IT support for businesses in Knutsford, Cheshire. - [IT Support Lancaster](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-lancaster/): Managed IT support for businesses in Lancaster, Lancashire. - [IT Support Leigh](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-leigh/): Managed IT support for businesses in Leigh, Greater Manchester. - [IT Support Leyland](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-leyland/): Managed IT support for businesses in Leyland, Lancashire. - [IT Support Lytham St Annes](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-lytham-st-annes/): Managed IT support for businesses in Lytham St Annes, Lancashire. - 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[IT Support Oldham](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-oldham/): Managed IT support for businesses in Oldham, Greater Manchester. - [IT Support Ormskirk](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-ormskirk/): Managed IT support for businesses in Ormskirk, Lancashire. Head office location. - [IT Support Parbold](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-parbold/): Managed IT support for businesses in Parbold, Lancashire. - [IT Support Penwortham](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-penwortham/): Managed IT support for businesses in Penwortham, Preston. - [IT Support Poynton](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-poynton/): Managed IT support for businesses in Poynton, Cheshire. - [IT Support Prescot](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-prescot/): Managed IT support for businesses in Prescot, Merseyside. - [IT Support Prestbury](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-prestbury/): Managed IT support for businesses in Prestbury, Cheshire. - [IT Support Prestwich](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-prestwich/): Managed IT support for businesses in Prestwich, Greater Manchester. - [IT Support Ramsbottom](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-ramsbottom/): Managed IT support for businesses in Ramsbottom, Lancashire. - [IT Support Rochdale](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-rochdale/): Managed IT support for businesses in Rochdale, Greater Manchester. - [IT Support Rufford](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-rufford/): Managed IT support for businesses in Rufford, Lancashire. - [IT Support Runcorn](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-runcorn/): Managed IT support for businesses in Runcorn, Cheshire. - [IT Support Salford](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-salford/): Managed IT support for businesses in Salford, Greater Manchester. - [IT Support Sale](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-sale/): Managed IT support for businesses in Sale, Greater Manchester. - [IT Support Sandbach](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-sandbach/): Managed IT support for businesses in Sandbach, Cheshire. - [IT Support Skelmersdale](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-skelmersdale/): Managed IT support for businesses in Skelmersdale, Lancashire. - [IT Support Stretford](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-stretford/): Managed IT support for businesses in Stretford, Trafford. - [IT Support Swinton](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-swinton/): Managed IT support for businesses in Swinton, Salford. - [IT Support Tarleton](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-tarleton/): Managed IT support for businesses in Tarleton, Lancashire. - [IT Support Thornton-Cleveleys](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-thornton-cleveleys/): Managed IT support for businesses in Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire. - [IT Support Trafford Park](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-trafford-park/): Managed IT support for businesses at Trafford Park, Manchester. - [IT Support Urmston](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-urmston/): Managed IT support for businesses in Urmston, Trafford. - [IT Support Wallasey](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-wallasey/): Managed IT support for businesses in Wallasey, Wirral. - [IT Support Walkden](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-walkden/): Managed IT support for businesses in Walkden, Salford. - [IT Support West Kirby](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-west-kirby/): Managed IT support for businesses in West Kirby, Wirral. - [IT Support Westhoughton](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-westhoughton/): Managed IT support for businesses in Westhoughton, Bolton. - [IT Support Wigan](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-wigan/): Managed IT support for businesses in Wigan, Greater Manchester. - [IT Support Wilmslow](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-wilmslow/): Managed IT support for businesses in Wilmslow, Cheshire. - [IT Support Winsford](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-winsford/): Managed IT support for businesses in Winsford, Cheshire. - [IT Support Worsley](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-worsley/): Managed IT support for businesses in Worsley, Salford. - [IT Support Wrexham](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-wrexham/): Managed IT support for businesses in Wrexham, North Wales border. - [IT Support Wythenshawe](https://blowfishtechnology.com/it-support-wythenshawe/): Managed IT support for businesses in Wythenshawe, Manchester. ## Service area - Cyber Security - [Cyber Security North West England](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cyber-security-services/): Managed cyber security across the North West. ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus certified. - [Cyber Security Greater Manchester](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cyber-security-greater-manchester/): Cyber security services for businesses across Greater Manchester. - [Cyber Security Lancashire](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cyber-security-lancashire/): Cyber security services for businesses across Lancashire. - [Cyber Security Merseyside](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cyber-security-merseyside/): Cyber security services for businesses across Merseyside. - [Cyber Security Cheshire](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cyber-security-cheshire/): Cyber security services for businesses across Cheshire. - [Cyber Security Accrington](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cyber-security-accrington/): Cyber security support for businesses in Accrington, Lancashire. - [Cyber Security Alderley Edge](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cyber-security-alderley-edge/): Cyber security support for businesses in Alderley Edge, Cheshire. - [Cyber Security Altrincham](https://blowfishtechnology.com/cyber-security-altrincham/): Cyber security support for businesses in Altrincham, Greater Manchester. - 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