Our Story

4th Platform is a UK IT consultancy built on two decades of managed services experience — dedicated to solving real business problems through technology.

The 4th Platform Pledge

Whatever your challenges, we can help.

4th Platform branched out from Principal I Ltd to meet the growing demand for dedicated IT consultancy across the UK. No matter the size or sector of your business, there will always be technology challenges to overcome — and that is exactly why we exist.

As your IT consultancy partner, we take ownership of your technology environment. Our team of experts aligns with your unique needs, sourcing and managing the right solutions so your business can focus on what it does best. Through our ProACTive™ service delivery centre in Horsham, our remote and hands-on field teams identify and resolve issues — often before you even notice them.

We are that trusted pair of hands. The IT consultancy partner that keeps your managed workplace running, your people productive, and your technology working for you.

Your success is our success.

200+

Technology Partners

1,600+

Worldwide Data Centres

20+

Years of IT Consultancy Heritage

Our Guiding Values

Our values are the ethical code that guides every decision we make as an IT consultancy. They shape how we work with clients, partners, and each other — every single day.

Finding the Right IT Solution — Made Simple

Choosing the right technology for your business can be complex. With access to 200+ specialist IT providers and 1,600+ worldwide data centres, our AI-driven Pathfinder platform cuts through the noise — helping UK businesses find the right solution faster, with complete confidence. No vendor bias. No guesswork. Just the right fit for your needs.

Partnerships

As a UK IT consultancy with a network of 200+ specialist partners, we connect you with the right provider for any requirement — from cybersecurity and cloud to unified communications and managed print.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

At 4th Platform, we believe responsible IT consultancy means taking care of the environment as well as your business. We are proud to have achieved a significant milestone in our sustainability journey: diverting 100% of recycling and general waste away from landfill.

Sustainability is a core value that drives our actions as an organisation. Backed by our ISO 14001 environmental management and Ecovadis certifications, we are committed to reducing our ecological footprint and preserving our planet for future generations.