Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # Transparity: Transform your business without limits ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://www.transparity.com/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [Transparity Approved for G-Cloud 15 Framework](https://www.transparity.com/transparity-approved-for-g-cloud-15-framework/): Transparity has been approved as a supplier on the UK Government’s G-Cloud 15 Framework for Lot 3 Cloud Services, meaning public sector organisations can now access our Microsoft cloud and AI services faster and more easily than ever before. - [Furniturebox Accelerates Global Growth with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central](https://www.transparity.com/furniturebox-accelerates-global-growth-with-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central/): The fast-growing online furniture retailer Furniturebox has chosen Transparity to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, supporting the company's continued expansion. - [From complexity to clarity: how Financial Services firms are moving forward with AI](https://www.transparity.com/how-fs-firms-are-moving-forward-with-ai/): Financial Services firms are under mounting pressure to evolve faster than ever. Manual processes, disconnected systems, and rising expectations make it harder to deliver consistent value and scale with confidence. - [Transparity Partners With the University of Leicester for their Microsoft 365 Copilot Rollout](https://www.transparity.com/transparity-partners-with-the-university-of-leicester-for-their-microsoft-365-copilot-rollout/): The University of Leicester has today announced a collaboration with Microsoft to roll out Microsoft 365 Copilot to all students and staff, making it one of the first Microsoft frontier universities. The project puts them right at the forefront of AI adoption in higher education. - [How much time and resource will it take to change your charity finance software?](https://www.transparity.com/how-much-time-and-resource-will-it-take-to-change-your-charity-finance-software/): New systems bring efficiencies and automation that can help charities to save valuable time to re-invest into the charity. Automated finance management means faster processing, more accurate reporting, less manual intervention and less firefighting. Through finance software analytics, charities can understand their impact better and identify opportunities to save money on administration. - [How to choose the right financial management software for your charity](https://www.transparity.com/how-to-choose-the-right-financial-management-software-for-your-charity/): In direct conflict with cut backs, the importance of embracing the digital world has never been more prevalent in the charity sector. - [Smart Manufacturing: How AI Is Powering the Factory of the Future](https://www.transparity.com/smart-manufacturing-how-ai-is-powering-the-factory-of-the-future/): The manufacturing sector is faced with rising operational complexity and global supply chain disruptions. With increasing pressure to meet sustainability goals, manufacturers are turning to AI to reimagine how factories operate. At Transparity, we’re helping manufacturers embrace AI-first transformation – unlocking new levels of efficiency, agility, and resilience. - [BrandAlley selects Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to support growth and enable stronger decision making](https://www.transparity.com/brandalley-selects-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central-to-support-growth-and-enable-stronger-decision-making/): BrandAlley, the UK’s go‑to online destination for off‑price premium and luxury brands across fashion, beauty, home, and lifestyle, has selected Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to modernise its finance operations as part of a wider growth strategy. - [diysoup modernises operations with Transparity and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central](https://www.transparity.com/diysoup-modernises-operations-with-transparity-and-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central/): diysoup, a leading eCommerce partner and the driving force behind one of the most successful independent online stores in the DIY market, has selected Transparity to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. - [Jermyn Street Design selects Transparity to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central](https://www.transparity.com/jermyn-street-design-selects-transparity-to-implement-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central/): Jermyn Street Design (JSD), a trusted provider of award‑winning bespoke uniforms and custom workwear for world‑leading brands for nearly 45 years, has selected Transparity as its partner to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. - [High Demand Brands Modernises European Operations with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central](https://www.transparity.com/high-demand-brands-modernises-european-operations-with-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central/): Founded in the 1990s as a sports and outdoor business, High Demand Brands has grown into a leading multi-category distributor of premium brands including Sweaty Betty, Juicy Couture, FitFlop, Hi-Tec, and Odlo. Today, the business supports a network of more than 2,000 retailers across Europe. - [Lewis Stagnetto selects Transparity to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central](https://www.transparity.com/lewis-stagnetto-selects-transparity-to-implement-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central/): Lewis Stagnetto Ltd., a long-established tobacco, wine and spirits distributor and retailer in Gibraltar, has selected Transparity to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central as part of a programme to modernise its business operations. - [Transparity Secures Standout 2026 Best Companies Rankings](https://www.transparity.com/transparity-secures-standout-2026-best-companies-rankings/): We’re proud to share some exciting news: Transparity has once again been recognised as one of the UK’s top workplaces, landing standout spots in this year’s Best Companies league tables. For the sixth year running, our team has ranked among the very best: coming in at number 31 in the overall rankings for Best Large Company to Work For, 19th across the South East region, and 12th overall in the Technology sector. - [Beyond the Dashboard: How AI is Personalising CRM in Real Time](https://www.transparity.com/beyond-the-dashboard-how-ai-is-personalising-crm-in-real-time/): AI-powered CRM is just the start - the real value comes from scaling it. Our AI strategy expertise brings the structure and governance needed to turn early use cases into consistent, business-wide impact. - [Driving transformation with data modernisation](https://www.transparity.com/driving-transformation-with-data-modernisation/): In the modern business landscape, data is everything. From enhancing decision-making to boosting personalisation strategies, information holds the power to transform a company’s performance and its ability to deliver value for customers. As more and more businesses pursue data-driven growth, their data storage needs, naturally, increase. But this can also compound pre-existing problems from legacy data systems. - [Becoming a Frontier Firm: What It Really Takes](https://www.transparity.com/becoming-a-frontier-firm/): Microsoft’s research and our own journey outline three phases to becoming a frontier firm: - [Using ERP to Build Retail Supply Chain Resilience](https://www.transparity.com/using-erp-to-build-retail-supply-chain-resilience/): The retail sector has undergone significant changes in recent years. Reshaped by the COVID-19 pandemic and the skyrocketing of e-commerce (which has only continued to grow), the industry is more dependent on a globalised economy than ever. - [How AI is Driving Operational Excellence in Retail](https://www.transparity.com/how-ai-is-driving-operational-excellence-in-retail/): UK retailers are navigating a market defined by complexity. Fragmented systems, unpredictable demand, inventory challenges that keep hitting operational agility and commercial growth. But underneath all that pressure, a new wave of transformation is taking shape – driven by AI and the rise of the human-agent workforce.   - [ERP vs CRM: What’s the difference?](https://www.transparity.com/erp-vs-crm-whats-the-difference/): Digital businesses often hear the term ‘mission-critical’ used to describe two widely-used systems: CRM (customer relationship management) and ERP (enterprise resource planning) platforms. Both help boost customer experience and drive revenue, and when used effectively allow organisations to leverage data insights to help achieve their business objectives. - [What’s Holding Financial Services Firms Back from Modernisation?](https://www.transparity.com/whats-holding-financial-services-firms-back-from-modernisation/): Financial services organisations are no strangers to pressure. From rising customer expectations and regulatory scrutiny to the ongoing need to modernise financial services operations, the pace of change shows no signs of slowing. ## Pages - [Thank You – Mind the governance gap](https://www.transparity.com/thank-you-governance-gap/) - [Research Whitepaper: Mind The Governance Gap](https://www.transparity.com/mind-the-governance-gap/) - [Agent 365](https://www.transparity.com/agent-365/) - [Thank You – QE Testing Report](https://www.transparity.com/thank-you-content-qe-testing/) - [Thank You – The AI Disconnect](https://www.transparity.com/thank-you-content-ai-disconnect/) - [Microsoft Copilot Studio Services](https://www.transparity.com/artificial-intelligence-consulting-services/microsoft-copilot-studio-services/): Organisations are under pressure to do more with less, yet many employees still spend valuable time searching for information, completing repetitive tasks and navigating disconnected systems. Microsoft Copilot Studio enables businesses to build intelligent AI agents that automate processes, support employees and create more efficient ways of working. - [Wealth Management Modernisation](https://www.transparity.com/wealth-management/): The Great Wealth Transfer is reshaping wealth management. Over the next two decades, trillions in personal wealth will move from Baby Boomers to Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z - and with it, expectations of how wealth should be managed and experienced. - [Legal Services](https://www.transparity.com/legal-services/) - [Fashion](https://www.transparity.com/retail/fashion/) - [Traceability, Trust, Transformation](https://www.transparity.com/retail-week-whitepaper/) - [Private Equity](https://www.transparity.com/financial-services-insurance/private-equity/) - [Intelligent AI: The Future of Financial Services](https://www.transparity.com/intelligent-ai-the-future-of-financial-services/) - [Microsoft 365 E7: The Frontier Suite](https://www.transparity.com/microsoft-365-e7-the-frontier-suite/): Microsoft 365 E7 is Microsoft’s most comprehensive enterprise subscription, combining the full E5 suite with Microsoft 365 Copilot, the Entra Suite, and the new Agent 365 capability into a single, unified platform. It’s designed for organisations that are ready to move beyond AI experimentation and standardise productivity, security, identity, and agent governance at scale — without managing a patchwork of separate licences. - [Microsoft Frontier Partner](https://www.transparity.com/microsoft-frontier-partner/): Transparity is proud to be the UK's first Microsoft Frontier Partner. We help forward-thinking businesses become Frontier Firms, maximising  the value of their investments across Microsoft 365 E7, Agent 365, Copilot Studio, Azure AI Foundry and Microsoft Fabric within a coherent AI adoption framework that’s transformative, scalable and secure. - [E7 Voucher](https://www.transparity.com/e7-voucher/) - [Free Research Report – The AI Disconnect](https://www.transparity.com/the-ai-disconnect/) - [Free Research Report – Quality Engineering](https://www.transparity.com/qe-testing/) - [Why Work with Us](https://www.transparity.com/why-work-with-us/) - [AI Factory](https://www.transparity.com/ai-factory/): AI is everywhere, but few organisations see meaningful, impactful results. Why? Most projects hit roadblocks long before delivering value.We’ve created AI Factory to change the game. - [Modern Slavery Statement](https://www.transparity.com/modern-slavery-statement/): Click here to read Transparity's modern slavery statement ## Case Studies - [Civil Aviation Authority Achieves Permit Workflow Automation with Transparity](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/civil-aviation-authority-achieves-permit-workflow-automation-with-transparity/): Permit workflow automation helped the Civil Aviation Authority tackle inefficiencies in issuing ‘Permits to Fly’, where manual PDF forms created delays and errors. By implementing a bespoke .NET solution, the process was digitised end-to-end, from form completion to validation and approvals. - [Hobbycraft Enables Secure Remote Collaboration with Microsoft 365](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/hobbycraft-enables-secure-remote-collaboration-with-microsoft-365/): Hobbycraft had under-used Microsoft 365 licences and limited internal support; working with Transparity, they accelerated a move to Modern Workplace capabilities to enable secure remote collaboration during Covid-19. The project centred on Microsoft Teams for communication and co-authoring, with governance via Endpoint Manager and single sign-on through Azure Active Directory. - [A modern membership and finance management solution for The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/a-modern-membership-and-finance-management-solution-for-the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/): The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, a UK charity supporting hundreds of thousands of young people each year, had outgrown its existing finance systems. With over 3,000 licensed organisations subscribing across multiple membership levels, the charity needed a solution capable of handling complex billing and accounting requirements — including partial VAT, deferred income and invoice amortisation — while replacing a mix of spreadsheets, separate tools and manual processes. - [How High-Growth SaaS Cloud Accounting Organisation AccountsIQ Scaled its Security with Transparity SOC](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/how-high-growth-saas-cloud-accounting-organisation-accountsiq-scaled-its-security-with-transparity-soc/): To support rapid growth and meet the highest security standards, SaaS cloud accounting provider AccountsIQ turned to Transparity for expert 24/7 cyber protection. - [Game On: Videogame Developer Levels Up with Rapid Infrastructure-as-Code Azure Migration](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/game-on-videogame-developer-levels-up-with-rapid-infrastructure-as-code-azure-migration/): A major videogame developer needed to migrate 47 business-critical VMs to Azure before a fast-approaching deadline. Facing this complex challenge, they partnered with Transparity to design the migration through infrastructure-as-code, deploy a secure Azure Landing Zone, and upskill their internal team. The result? A flawless migration ahead of schedule and a tech team ready to rule their new cloud environment. - [Crimestoppers transforms relationship management with Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/crimestoppers-transforms-relationship-management-with-microsoft-dynamics-365-ce/): Crimestoppers, the independent charity that gives people the power to speak up and stop crime anonymously, had been relying on a legacy database that was cumbersome to use and failed to encourage staff engagement. As the charity expanded, the need to effectively share relationship information across the organisation — covering volunteers, partners, funders and business partners — became increasingly critical. - [Transparity delivers rapid and agile CRM deployment for Openwork Financial Advice Network](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/transparity-delivers-rapid-and-agile-crm-deployment-for-openwork-financial-advice-network/): Openwork had outgrown its legacy systems for managing customer records and advice processes. With a large and growing network, the organisation needed a centralised, customer-centric platform capable of supporting diverse requirements across multiple firms.  - [GI Group UK selects Transparity to support and manage its UK & Ireland Microsoft platform](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/gi-group-uk-selects-transparity-to-support-and-manage-its-uk-ireland-microsoft-platform/): In line with its parent company’s SAP and Microsoft strategy, GI Group has managed its finances using Microsoft Navision. This included maintaining local test and development environments, while the global group owned the production instance.  - [Transparity helped Ageas Insurance transform broker management with Dynamics 365](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/ageas-insurance/): Highlights - [A seamless multi-brand cloud environment delivering an end-to-end fashion solution for Bradshaw Taylor](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/bradshaw-taylor/): As Bradshaw Taylor expanded it portfolio of outdoor and lifestyle brands, the business recognised the opportunity to modernise the way its brands operated, traded and scaled. - [OMEX Agriculture ramps up with Dynamics 365 Business Central to grow a greener future](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/omex-agriculture-dynamics-365-business-central/): One of the significant technology challenges OMEX faced was it was operating with a heavily customised Microsoft NAV system. Although addressing specific business needs at the time, these customisations, many relating to a phased-out product group, were resulting in recurring problems. The business needed to upgrade how it managed its transportation processes and recognised an integrated solution would provide better options. Additionally, the current system’s reporting capability could not provide the dynamic, intelligent insights the business would need to move forward. - [Revitalising Group Travel: The Albatross Group’s App Integration & Data Journey](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/albatross-groups-app-integration-data-journey/): The Albatross Group initially partnered with Transparity to maintain and develop their legacy but effective bespoke internal booking system, which was reliant on a single developer nearing retirement. Having partnered successfully with Transparity as their preferred development partner, the Albatross Group initiated a standalone development project with our team. This project was to build a new solution to integrate the online booking platform used by their Brisbane based team seamlessly with their marketing tools, to introduce intelligent automations, and to transform reporting with a new API and database. As a result, daily reporting time dropped by 97%, manual tasks were streamlined, and customer communications improved setting this part of the business up for secure, scalable growth. - [Dynamics 365 Business Central empowers finance and operational leaders at Midland Mencap](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/dynamics-365-business-central-empowers-finance-and-operational-leaders-at-midland-mencap/): Midland Mencap, a learning disability charity, needed a finance solution capable of doing more than processing transactions — one that could act as a genuine business partner for operational managers, delivering real-time insights and empowering faster, better decisions. Cloud-based Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central was selected for its superior management accounting and reporting capabilities, with Transparity chosen as implementation partner and ongoing support provider. - [Fagerhult drives efficiency and innovation with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/fagerhult-drives-efficiency-and-innovation-with-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central/): Fagerhult, part of one of Europe’s leading lighting groups, had been running on a heavily customised Microsoft Navision system for over ten years — one that could no longer be upgraded and was not integrated with a CRM. With the Group rolling out Microsoft Dynamics CE across its wider sales organisations, Fagerhult recognised the moment to modernise its ERP and selected Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, with Transparity as its implementation partner. - [The Outward Bound Trust transforms financial management and funding visibility with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/the-outward-bound-trust-transforms-financial-management-and-funding-visibility-with-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central/): The Outward Bound Trust, a charity that has benefitted over 1.2 million young people since 1941, had been struggling with outdated legacy systems, manual processes and limited integration between its finance, sales and fundraising functions. Duplication of effort and error-prone workflows were undermining the charity’s ability to manage its complex financial operations efficiently. - [Charles Taylor InsureTech: Bringing a Bold AI Vision to Life with the AI Factory](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/charles-taylor-insuretech-bringing-a-bold-ai-vision-to-life-with-the-ai-factory/): When Charles Taylor InsureTech (CTI) set out to tackle the noise of bordereaux data management, they teamed up with Transparity to deliver on their vision. - [Future-proofing finance operations at Liaison Financial Services with Transparity and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/future-proofing-finance-operations-at-liaison-financial-services-with-transparity-and-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central/): Liaison Financial Services, a financial recovery specialist that saved the NHS £234m in 2024, recognised that its on-premise finance solution was becoming outdated. The organisation needed to move to the cloud while preserving its existing interface with its Dynamics 365 CRM application and keeping disruption to its established business processes to a minimum. - [Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central for Wasabi Sushi and Bento](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central-wasabi-sushi/): Wasabi Sushi & Bento partnered with Transparity to upgrade their outdated, heavily customised ERP system and replace it with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, giving them a faster, more reliable platform that connects everything from sales and finance to inventory and production. With real‑time visibility, better control, and far more automation, Wasabi now runs more efficiently across its 40+ UK locations and is set up to scale confidently, whether that’s opening new restaurants or expanding franchise opportunities. The modern platform also boosts traceability and operational insight, helping the team make smarter decisions as they push towards ambitious growth goals. - [How Leaders Romans Group Unified their Team and Drove Engagement with a Modern Intranet](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/how-leaders-romans-group-unified-their-team-and-drove-engagement-with-a-modern-intranet/): Leaders Romans Group (LRG) needed a modern, connected intranet to unify and boost engagement with their 3,350-strong team - [How BW: Workplace Experts Turned Data into a Competitive Edge with Microsoft Fabric](https://www.transparity.com/success-stories/how-bw-workplace-experts-turned-data-into-a-competitive-edge-with-microsoft-fabric/): Project Overview ## Downloadable - [Is Manual Testing Killing Your Software Delivery?](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/is-manual-testing-killing-your-software-delivery/): We surveyed 500 UK IT leaders to find out exactly what’s holding engineering teams back, and what the fastest-moving organisations are doing differently. Download the full findings, free. - [Google Workspace vs Microsoft 365 – Which is Best for You?](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/google-workspace-vs-microsoft-365-which-is-best-for-you/): Your productivity suite can make all the difference to your day-to-day. But, when it comes to choosing between Google Workspace and Microsoft 365, which is best for you? Here, we’ll explore the features and benefits of each suite. - [Windows 10 End of Life Support – Company Readiness Datasheet](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/windows-10-end-of-life-support-company-readiness-datasheet/): Windows 10 has been instrumental in supporting modern workplaces, powering both personal devices and enterprise-level systems. As Microsoft advances towards more secure, AI-enabled, and cloud-centric computing solutions, organisations need to prepare for the forthcoming transition: upgrading to Windows 11 or considering cloud-native alternatives. - [The AI Disconnect – Why Structure, Not Spending, is the Key to Real AI ROI](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/the-ai-disconnect-why-structure-not-spending-is-the-key-to-real-ai-roi/): Everyone’s talking about AI.But beneath the surface, something isn’t working. - [The Transparity Guide to Power BI and Enhancing Your Reports](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/the-transparity-guide-to-power-bi-and-enhancing-your-reports/): We now have access to more data than ever before, with a world of insights at the push of a button. But, without effective data management and reporting, it’s difficult to put these insights into action – enter Power BI. - [The Construction Professional’s Guide to Data-Driven Intelligence](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/the-construction-professionals-guide-to-data-driven-intelligence/): In an industry characterised by risk and fierce competition, business intelligence could be the key to more efficient and less complex developments. As the construction industry modernises, leveraging data insights is essential to the success of construction professionals. - [Helping Businesses to Achieve Actionable Intelligence](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/helping-businesses-to-achieve-actionable-intelligence/): In a world of complex data structures, it can be difficult to make sense of it all and make informed decisions. In this guide, we’ll explore how you can put Business Intelligence into action. - [5 Ways to Boost Your Margins with Retail Analytics](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/5-ways-to-boost-your-margins-with-retail-analytics/): In retail, it’s all about the margin. In a fiercely competitive market, the depth and accuracy of customer and supply chain insights can be make or break. Here, we explore 5 ways to put analytics into action to boost your margins. - [Future-Ready Tech: Driving Innovation From Microsoft Azure to AI Whitepaper](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/future-ready-tech-driving-innovation-from-microsoft-azure-to-ai-whitepaper/): AI is the tech of the moment, with organisations everywhere considering how cutting edge capabilities could impact their day-to-day. AI has the power to transform your organisation, but only if it’s built on solid ground. From Microsoft Azure to AI, data to security, there's a lot to consider. - [Building the Business Case for Outsourced Security](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/building-the-business-case-for-outsourced-security/): Whether you’re already looking to outsource your security or wondering if you should, this guide walks through the commercial considerations, pros and cons. Why and how to SOC it to ‘em – Real-world reasons, thinking, and guidance for outsourcing your SOC and building a cohesive business case for doing so. In this guide you'll learn 6 Pillars of SOC Wisdom: Explore the 6 pillars of a commercial business case from cost to the skills gap and compliance. An evidence-based approach: Discover the threat landscape, and how proactive threat intelligence and dedicated security experts can help. Tackle blind spots: Avoid security risks you didn't know you had, with consolidated tooling that answers business leaders' challenges. - [Data Security in the Age of AI](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/data-security-in-the-age-of-ai/): Do you know what kinds of sensitive data you have and where it lives? How are you currently securing sensitive data across all your environments and preventing its loss? And how do you manage insider risks? - [AI Use Cases for Business Leaders](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/ai-use-cases-for-business-leaders-2/): While AI itself is nothing new, the ongoing rapid increase in data volumes and corresponding rise in computational power is changing the face of business operations forever. - [Elevating User Experience Through AI-Driven App Development](https://www.transparity.com/downloadable-resource/elevating-user-experience-through-ai-driven-app-development/): This guide  demystifys the integration process, highlight the tangible benefits of AI-powered apps, and showcase how Azure Cognitive Services can be the catalyst for creating more engaging, intuitive, and satisfying user journeys. ## Events - [The Frontier Leadership Roundtable: Turning AI Ambition into Business Impact](https://www.transparity.com/event/the-frontier-leadership-roundtable-turning-ai-ambition-into-business-impact/): AI is no longer a future ambition. Leading organisations are already embedding AI into their operations, transforming employee experiences, improving decision-making, and unlocking new opportunities for growth. The challenge is knowing where to start, what foundations need to be in place, and how to move from experimentation to measurable impact. - [Becoming a Frontier Retailer: Driving Productivity and Innovation with AI](https://www.transparity.com/event/becoming-a-frontier-retailer-driving-productivity-and-innovation-with-ai/): Retailers today face a challenging balancing act. They must improve operational efficiency, protect margins, strengthen brand equity, respond to changing customer expectations and drive sustainable growth - all whilst managing increasing complexity across their technology estate. - [The Manufacturing AI Forum: Operational Excellence through Practical AI](https://www.transparity.com/event/the-manufacturing-ai-forum/): A quarterly community, facilitated by Microsoft and Transparity, focused on practical AI for measurable outcomes in manufacturing # About Transparity Transparity is a UK-based Microsoft partner (founded 2015) that helps organisations turn AI, data, application and cloud potential into measurable business progress. It is the most accredited pureplay Microsoft partner in the UK and became the first UK Microsoft Frontier Partner in December 2025, a designation Microsoft reserves for a select group of AI trailblazers. The company is 100% focused on the Microsoft stack. Company reg: 09420434. VAT: 480 1815 01. - [Who We Are](https://www.transparity.com/who-we-are/): Company story, mission and Microsoft-first focus. - [How We Work](https://www.transparity.com/how-we-work/): Approach to delivery and customer relationships. - [The Transparity Way](https://www.transparity.com/the-transparity-way/): Delivery methodology and principles. - [Why Work with Us](https://www.transparity.com/why-work-with-us/): Reasons to choose Transparity. - [Culture and Values](https://www.transparity.com/culture-and-values/): Company culture and values. - [Sustainability and ESG](https://www.transparity.com/sustainability-esg/): ESG commitments. - [Microsoft Solutions Partner](https://www.transparity.com/leading-microsoft-solutions-partner/): The Microsoft partnership and pureplay partner status. - [Microsoft Advanced Specialisations](https://www.transparity.com/microsoft-advanced-specialisations/): Accreditations, including 6 solution designations, Azure Expert MSP, MISA-verified XDR, Frontier Partner and global Partner of the Year. - [Contact Us](https://www.transparity.com/contact-us/): Get in touch or book a consultation. - [Careers](https://careers.transparity.com/): Job opportunities. # Core Services - [What We Do (overview)](https://www.transparity.com/microsoft-solution-provider/): Summary of all Microsoft services. - [AI Services / Consultancy](https://www.transparity.com/artificial-intelligence-consulting-services/): AI strategy, Copilot, agents and custom AI solutions. - [App Innovation](https://www.transparity.com/app-innovation/): Custom app development, modernisation, integration and testing. - [Azure Cloud](https://www.transparity.com/azure-consulting-services/): Azure migration, modernisation, optimisation and managed services. - [Business Applications](https://www.transparity.com/business-applications/): AI-powered CRM and ERP via Microsoft Dynamics 365. - [Cyber Security](https://www.transparity.com/microsoft-cyber-security-consultancy/): Cyber consultancy, SOC/MDR, Sentinel, Defender XDR and Entra. - [Data Consultancy](https://www.transparity.com/data-consultancy-services/): Data strategy, engineering, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI and Databricks. - [Managed Services](https://www.transparity.com/managed-services/): Managed IT, cloud and Microsoft services. - [Modern Workplace](https://www.transparity.com/modern-workplace-solutions/): Microsoft 365, collaboration and productivity. - [Microsoft Funding](https://www.transparity.com/microsoft-funding-with-transparity/): Access to Microsoft-funded resources. - [Microsoft Licensing](https://www.transparity.com/microsoft-licensing-partner/): Flexible Microsoft licensing. # Industries Served - [Financial Services and Insurance](https://www.transparity.com/financial-services-insurance/) - [Manufacturing, Logistics and Supply Chain](https://www.transparity.com/manufacturing/) - [Professional Services](https://www.transparity.com/professional-services/) - [Non-Profit](https://www.transparity.com/not-for-profit/): Microsoft Non-Profit Partner of the Year 2025. - [Public Sector](https://www.transparity.com/public-sector/) - [Retail and Hospitality](https://www.transparity.com/retail/): Includes a dedicated Fashion practice. # Key Solutions - [AI Factory](https://www.transparity.com/ai-factory/): Structured programme to move AI projects past roadblocks to real value. - [Agent 365 Services](https://www.transparity.com/artificial-intelligence-consulting-services/agent-365-services/): Building intelligent AI agents. - [Microsoft Copilot Studio Services](https://www.transparity.com/artificial-intelligence-consulting-services/microsoft-copilot-studio-services/): AI agents that automate processes. - [Microsoft 365 E7: The Frontier Suite](https://www.transparity.com/microsoft-365-e7-the-frontier-suite/): E5 plus Copilot plus Entra Suite plus Agent 365. - [Frontier Quality Engineering](https://www.transparity.com/app-innovation/frontier-quality-engineering/): AI-powered test automation. # Research Reports - [The AI Disconnect](https://www.transparity.com/the-ai-disconnect/): Why structure, not spending, drives AI ROI (500 plus UK IT leaders). - [Quality Engineering Report](https://www.transparity.com/qe-testing/): 76% of businesses still stuck in manual testing.