SECTORS.

SOCIAL HOUSING,
WE’RE EXPERTS IN IT.

We’re the trusted IT partner for many of the UK’s housing associations.
Here at Central Networks, we have over 30 years of experience working within the social housing sector. We help housing associations across the country with their IT infrastructure and technology-related challenges — tailoring our managed IT support services to meet their ever-evolving needs.
Our mission is to make social housing organisations’ systems safe, scalable, reliable, and up-to-date, minimising downtime and maximising both security and return on investment.

Managed IT support for social housing.

Our expertise within the sector means we understand the problems housing associations face. This means that, as well as providing first, second, and third-line support services, we also help customers with major-scale digital transformation projects that drive positive change.

No matter how big or small the challenge, and whether you need us on a temporary or permanent basis, we’re here to help.

Our team of high-calibre tech experts, together with our people-centric — and jargon-free — approach to IT, sees clients seek our help during the recruitment process too, whether to create job descriptions or be part of the interview process.

We have a growing portfolio of social housing customers, seeing us work with organisations such as Bron Afon, The Regenda Group, Soha Housing, and more.
  • "
    My assessment of Central over the years has always been that they’re big enough to cope, but small enough to care — the perfect combination for us. If we have a problem, they’ll drop everything to help. You don’t get that kind of service everywhere. They’ve always been open and honest with us about any challenges, and we know that we can rely on them as an extension of our team — whenever we need them.
    - Ian Duncalf, operations team lead, One Manchester
  • "
    Central Networks has been a true extension of our team here at ateb Group. Not only do we outsource our help desk function – freeing up our in-house department’s time for more tactical tasks – but Central is also our critical friend. The team supports us with our strategic IT decision-making too, helping us to ensure that any tech investments are worthwhile in the long-term and assisting us with our recruitment process.
    - Alex Jenkins, executive director of finance, ateb Group
  • "
    Central’s support throughout the project was impressive. We faced a multitude of unfortunate delays due to the relocation of our telecoms provision, which was dealt with by another provider. But despite this impacting the timescale significantly, Central was patient, professional, and responsive – still managing to deliver the project on budget and to the highest standards.
    - John Pennington, network and server manager, The Sovini Group
  • "
    With a longstanding partnership already in place, Central was our first port of call for advice when it came to refreshing our infrastructure and exploring our disaster recovery options. Having shared our requirements and need for increased flexibility, the team was only too willing to work with us to meet our needs. We’re pleased to have extended our partnership with them, and to have the extra peace of mind that this offers us.
    - Darren Shaw, infrastructure and platforms specialist, RBH
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    Central is a valued partner for Regenda – this has been an ongoing relationship and one we’re keen to keep moving forward. Central is always keen to help and the team is interested in what’s happened. They want to be involved and add value.
    – Aled Morgan, ICT Technical Manager, Regenda
  • "
    The team is approachable, personable, and the service they offer is comprehensive and excellent value for money. It has been a pleasure working with Central so far and we look forward to working with them over the next three years.
    - Mark Spencer, Head of IT, Horton Housing
Blog & News Articles.

Partnerships: Central partners with AppCheck to proactively protect its customers

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Four ways cyber crisis simulation can help boost housing associations’ resilience.

Firewalls and encryptions were once the epitome of cybersecurity resilience. But the growing
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How housing associations can navigate a seamless PSTN transition.

As we hurtle full speed towards a technology-driven future, BT Openreach’s Public Switched
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What are the biggest IT challenges facing the social housing sector in 2023? And how can outsourcing help to overcome them?

Recently in Housing Executive our operations director John Blackburn outlined some of the biggest
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How to resolve the top five IT issues in the social housing sector.

In a digital-dependent world, the social housing sector is under more pressure than ever to
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Five bad IT habits your housing association needs to break in 2023.

With such a relentless number of pressures facing organisations across the UK, settling into the
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Central shares 2023 cybersecurity predictions with TechRound.

Our service desk manager, Nick Bowling, recently shared his cybersecurity predictions with
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Five ways IT outsourcing can help combat social housing skills shortages.

The shortage of high-level talent in the social housing sector is well documented – with 71% of
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Central Networks provides strategic tech support to Welsh housing association.

Welsh housing association, ateb Group, has appointed IT support provider, Central Networks, to
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Awards.

Central shortlisted in CIH Northern Awards for Horton Housing partnership.

IT specialist Central has been shortlisted for a prestigious housing award for its partnership work
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