About

Based in the North East and operating throughout the UK, Advantex offer a wrap around service for technology from data cabling and IP surveillance systems to cybersecurity, IT managed services and internet connectivity.

Created in 2002 by brothers Dave and Steve O’Connell, Advantex Network Solutions Ltd is now led and solely owned by Dave O’Connell, continuing the same mission that has guided the business from day one.:

Create a great place to work
Deliver a great service to our partners

Over the decades this mission has never changed and forms the foundation of everything we do. Our dedication to this vision has driven continuous growth and industry recognition, including recently

Being named among the 2024 North East’s fastest-growing companies in the Ward Hadaway North East Fastest 50 Awards
Listed by CloudTango as one of the Top Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in the UK
Shortlisted for the SME Business of the Year award in the North East Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Annual Business Awards
Winner of the Business of the Year for Northumberland & Tyneside in the 2025 North East Business Awards

These accolades highlight our commitment to innovation, customer service, and delivering industry-leading technology solutions.

Delivering bespoke IT solutions

Starting out as Cisco qualified infrastructure engineers delivering infrastructure and cabling services, we have grown to design, install and maintain IT, communication & security solutions for manufacturers, private businesses, education providers, local authorities and the hospitality sector.

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Commitment to exceptional service

Becoming ISO:9001/2000 accredited within our first year of trading, demonstrated our commitment to excellence and formed the cornerstone of our service delivery. This lead us to achieve ISO:9001/2015, NICEIC Certification, Cyber Essentials Plus and the NSI Gold quality seal.

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Dedicated support service team

We offer a range of customer assistance from complete 24-7 support through to 3rd-line care as well as specialist area support and consultancy for in-house IT teams. A World Class 2025 Net Promoter Score 97 is testament to our delivery of an uncompromising service.

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World-class solution partners

As part of our committed to excellence we strive to work only with best in class suppliers and manufactures to deliver solutions which are innovative, efficient and address the business challenges are customers are facing and in the future.

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Supporting business growth

We believe in the power of real-world success stories, and we’re thrilled to share a glimpse into the journeys of our valued partners have underaken, examining their challenges and the strategic IT solutions engaged.

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Exciting career path opportunities

As a company, we value our employees and strive to offer comprehensive benefits, development opportunities, and training. Explore our offering and check out our current job openings to discover your future with us.

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