BlakYaks

👋Meet the Yaks🐃   We are a UK-based leader in cloud native consulting, engineering, and managed services. We specialise in assessing, deploying and operating Microsoft Azure platforms using an entirely code-driven approach to deliver robust and scalable solutions.   Want to learn more about what we do? Watch our brand-new video below, fresh out of the studio! 👇   #BlakYaks #MicrosoftAzure #Azure #Cloudnative #IaC #DevSecOps

Have you taken a moment to check in on your friends, family, peers or colleagues lately? 🤔 Today we join the global community in recognising #WorldMentalHealthDay, celebrated annually on 10 October 💆 This year, the focus is on #workplace #mentalhealth. The UK faces a significant mental health challenge, with around 15% of people at work having symptoms of an existing condition. For those who may be struggling, we want to extend our best wishes and remind everyone of the importance of addressing mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. Doing so not only benefits individuals but also strengthens organisations and communities as a whole. At BlakYaks we believe that the wellbeing of our team is fundamental to our success, and we're strong advocates of open conversations around mental health. Ensuring they feel supported is essential—for them, for us as a company, and for the customers we serve. Let's continue to support each other and advocate for mental health awareness, not just today but every day 💪 Mental Health Foundation #ReachOut #MentalHealthAwareness #WorkplaceWellbeing

We're thrilled to announce that we have successfully renewed our Cyber Essentials Plus certification! 🏆   This certification demonstrates our continued dedication to ensuring we take our own security as seriously as we do for our customers and our commitment to cybersecurity practices outlined in the Cyber Essentials scheme, a program developed by the UK Government.   To renew our certification, we underwent a comprehensive external cybersecurity assessment, showcasing our effective security controls and organisational practices. Many thanks to Forensic Control for guiding us smoothly through this process once again.   If you are curious about why and how we undertook this journey, check out our blog on the steps we took to achieve this significant milestone. 👇 https://lnkd.in/eNuGVuAg   Or read our approach to security ▶️ https://lnkd.in/dBUsjRwz

At BlakYaks we understand that speed and quality are critical when it comes to delivering cloud solutions. That’s why we’ve developed our #Azure Accelerator Packs to help our customers fast-track their cloud deployments—cutting engineering cycles by months without compromising on quality.   Our Accelerator Packs, including Enterprise-grade Azure Landing Zones, Azure DevOps & IaC Bootstrap, and Enterprise Container Platforms on Azure, have been fine-tuned over years of experience working with large enterprises across various industries.   If you’re looking to scale your cloud platform or launch new production services quickly, our enterprise-grade Accelerator Packs are a great option.   Read more in our new blog 👇 ▶️https://lnkd.in/deueDKmy

Our Herd did it again! 🐃   We have been recognised for yet another year as one of the UK's Best Workplaces in Tech™ by Great Place To Work UK 🙌   The Best Workplaces in Tech™️ list celebrates companies adept at developing dynamic, inclusive cultures that serve as a catalyst for innovation and personal growth for all. This achievement reaffirms our dedication to fostering a workplace culture that empowers our team, fuels collaboration, and enhances customer satisfaction.   🧡Thanks to all our Yaks whose positive responses in the survey made us one of the best again - Your dedication and team spirit continue to shape our success, so here's to another year of tech excellence and growth! 🥂🚀   #GreatPlaceToWork #BestWorkplaces #GPTWCertified #GPTW #Tech #Innovation

ISV's: A balancing act - BAU vs Innovation vs Cost vs Security⚖️   As new technologies emerge and customer expectations evolve, Independent Software Vendors face a complex journey - from cloud adoption to embracing innovations like AI.   To stay competitive, ISVs must do more than keep up with trends; they need to make strategic decisions that balance the promise of the cloud with the challenges of an ever-changing technological landscape.   At our recent event, we gathered invaluable insights from attendees into the challenges ISVs are currently facing and the value of partnering to navigate often competing demands. These findings are highlighted in our new September newsletter, shedding light on the key obstacles ISVs must overcome to stay ahead. Take a read now 👇

🌟Last Thursday we had an incredible time at the Focus Cloud Cup Challenge! ⚽   The event was a fantastic mix of fun and friendly competition, and the vibe was all about good times and great teamwork as we came together to support two fantastic charities: Tech She Can and Alzheimer's Research UK. We’re thrilled to share that the event raised an amazing £8,500! 🙌 If you’d like to help out and are able to donate, you can do so here: https://lnkd.in/gATJdhgW   Thanks to Focus Cloud Group for putting this awesome event together, even though we didn’t take home the trophy (congrats Workday!) we had a blast.   And can we talk about the kit? It really made us feel like a professional team 😎   We’re already looking forward to the next one! 🏆

Our ISV event yesterday in partnership with Bytes Software Services was a fantastic showcase of what happens when like-minded individuals come together in one room 💡   The sharing of experiences, new ideas and fresh perspectives led to insightful discussions around common challenges in building Digital Products on Azure, recent developments, and the best strategies for driving modernisation forward.   A big thank you to everyone who took time out of their busy schedules to join us – we truly enjoyed speaking with you and your input has given us plenty to think about 💭 Lastly, a huge thanks to Nathan Miller and Kathryn Piper for organising such a seamless event! #Azure #CloudNative #Innovation

Our event 'Building Future Digital Products as an ISV on Azure' is about to begin at The Shard, the team have started the day with a light breakfast and are energised! 🚀 With specialists from Bytes Software Services and BlakYaks present, we’re looking forward to a morning of sharing ideas, technical discussion and networking with industry peers about the future of digital products built on Azure. #Azure #AppDevelopment #ISV #CloudTechnology #DigitalTransformation #Bytes #BlakYaks

Our team meetings are always a highlight, and last week's all-hands session was no exception! 💫   After the summer holidays, it was fantastic to see many of our herd gathered together, sharing key business updates and diving into the latest company news: from recent milestones and upcoming projects to strategic developments and team achievements. It’s always a great opportunity to connect face-to-face and hear about what’s happening across the team.   The collective energy and enthusiasm were palpable, and it’s clear that we’re all aligned and motivated for the road ahead 💪 #BlakYaks