Due to some desk and office moves, we recently added new cabling to help a Driffield-based automotive business simplify its network setup.   Mini switches and hubs were removed from under desks and replaced with upgraded desk support, which included a 1-port for VoIP and a 1-port for the network.   We are delighted to help this local business by now supporting their PCs, phones, broadband and Wi-Fi requirements. Frost Consultants support many businesses with their connectivit

The Frost team recently successfully delivered a firewall upgrade project for a client that needed to improve its security measures and simplify part of its internal network. The project faced the added challenge of the client operating across multiple sites.   This project consisted of three different elements:   Firewall replacement / internet change Upgrading Windows environments from Windows 10 to Windows 11 Change of client protection   If your organisation is looking to

Power outages can occur at any time, sometimes when the majority of your workforce is offsite.    This is what occurred with a client, which resulted in the Frost team implementing an interim solution, whilst a replacement uninterrupted power supply (UPS) device was quickly sourced and installed. Given the urgency of the situation, the Frost team responded immediately, installing the replacement device within 24 hours to ensure our client once again had critical devices prote

There has hardly been a month in 2025 without a cyber threat or attack affecting a leading business or organisation.   Major retailers, car manufacturers, email service providers, and even the public sector were not spared. At times, it felt like we were simply wondering who would be next.   We are delighted to report that cyber security remains a top priority for many Frost clients . Over the past few years, we have worked closely with our clients to help them strengthen the

We recently supported a local industrial business in implementing a new, shorter domain and making it their primary email address.     As part of the project, we reconfigured their email systems to ensure that while transferring to the new domain and email addresses, they continued to receive emails at their existing addresses, as well as send emails from the new domain.   We also configured the domain with Hornet’s email security platform Plan 3, to ensure the enhanced email

Frost Consultants’ support for Apple devices now extends to fully-managed remote support, monitoring the environment, and patch management across:   MacBook Air MacBook Pro iMac Mac Mini Mac Studio   If your organisation needs impartial advice or would like to discuss your existing level of support for Apple devices, please contact the Frost team today.

We are also celebrating National Apprenticeship Week with some further good news. Joe is about to start studying for the CompTIA Level 4 Systems Engineer qualification.   In June 2024, we announced that Joe had successfully completed the two-year Level 3 IT Solutions Technician apprenticeship scheme at East Riding College. After spending the past 18 months putting this learning into practice, Joe is about to start studying for the CompTIA Level 4 Systems Engineer qualificatio

Building on last year's successful support for a new business start-up with office setup, vital IT services, and CCTV solutions, the Frost team has further supported the company by integrating and routing all phone lines under a single number.   This phone integration project ensures the main landline, mobiles, and desktop landline phones all operate under the same number. The system also provides auto attendant features, allowing calls to be answered from anywhere. If your b

Networking cabling is often an unglamorous but critical component of managed IT infrastructure, and recently the team was tasked with installing additional network cabling for a food production client who had recruited new team members.   To ensure a seamless onboarding process, business, monitors, docking stations, and laptops were configured ahead of the new starters joining the business. The Frost team used existing cable runs and completed the project in line with the cli

Following the successful delivery of enhanced Wi-Fi Connectivity for a local automotive’s vehicle testing and diagnostics areas, completed to meet very tight deadlines, we also successfully delivered a phone migration project for the same client.   This incorporated completing the following tasks:   Requested a number port from their client’s existing telecoms provider Configured the system to best suit the customer requirements Upgraded network hardware to support the system

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During the Autumn, we were delighted to welcome our new apprentice, Tommy, to the business.   As it’s National Apprenticeship Week and as six months have nearly passed since Tommy joined the Frost business, we thought we would catch up with him to see how his apprenticeship is going, how his role has developed, and what he has learned.   Tommy feels he has settled well in his new role. He has been learning how the business operates, understanding internal processes, and how t

We are currently supporting a local East Yorkshire business operating in the food and drink sector to strengthen the resilience of their IT systems and security.   The initial phase encompasses hardware and device upgrades, as well as implementing Microsoft 365 and SharePoint.   This innovative business is focused on running their operations and managing their growing customers; therefore, they need the support of a local managed IT and email security specialist. With a stron

These compact wall-mounted cabinets can save up to 300mm of space  compared to standard cabinet units.   While traditional cabinets typically extend 450mm to 600mm  from the wall, with these compact cabinets, it's just 150mm , making them perfect when space is at a premium.   Check out these handy compact cabinets, a closed-door, wall-mounted solution ideal for storing essential IT hardware and devices.   One Frost client uses them to store their network switches.   If your o

Frost Completes Major Multi-Phase CCTV Installation with Over 50 Units During the Past 12-18 months Over the past 12-18 months, the Frost team have successfully completed a multi-phase CCTV installation project for a client, installing over 50 CCTV units across multiple phases. This was driven by client expansion and additional new buildings to help enhance security across a client’s key operational areas.   Final phase covered installation in: Cold store Corridors Courtyard

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Having previously supported one of our rural-based food production clients with their IT infrastructure, systems, and networks during an office move, and providing fast, reliable connectivity through the installation of the Starlink Internet solution, we were recently asked to install additional Wi-Fi to provide further resilience for their warehousing operations and robot pallet movers.   Darren Frost comments: “ This was a great project for the team to work on. To make this

We are delighted to announce that one of our clients has successfully renewed their Cyber Essentials Plus certification.   Key challenges, we helped our client address to meet the compliance and governance requirements of this certification included:   ✅ Ensuring all operating systems and software were fully patched within 14 days of release ✅ Tracking patch status across all endpoints, laptops, and devices ✅ Managing third-party software updates (e.g., Java, Adobe, browsers)

Driffield based Frost Consultants delivers comprehensive connectivity, internet, Wi-Fi, and CCTV installation across three agricultural sites