<img height="1" width="1" style="display:none" src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=111591952803728&amp;ev=PageView&amp;noscript=1">
Skip to content
Our difference

We are on a mission to deliver innovative business transforming technology solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations.
 

Our culture

Our values guide us in everything we do and help shape our culture and customer approach. Find out more about our values and meet some of our team.
 

Our Microsoft Partnership

As a Microsoft Solutions Partner, we’ve been at the centre of the revolutionary changes that technology has brought to every aspect of life and we continue to stand by their side at the centre of tomorrow’s digital transformations.

Microsoft Solutions Partner

Our partners

We have successfully built relationships with multiple partners that prepare businesses for the future.
 

Carbon management

We understand our environmental responsibilities as a UK business and IT Managed Service Provider, and we understand how important it is for our customers to partner with responsible providers.
 

Careers

Our team is made up of a diverse group of people from all around the world, and we all have one thing in common: we’re passionate about providing our customers with outstanding solutions.

Thinking of selling your IT business?

Core is a well funded Microsoft Solutions Partner with a 30 year history of being at the heart of control in IT.

We are supported by our bankers and have funds available for strategic business acquisitions. Together with our successful acquisition track record and a commitment to making deals happen, now is the perfect time to talk to us if you are considering selling your IT business.

If you are interested in discussing a potential exit of your IT business, please complete the form on the right. All correspondence will be treated in the strictest of confidence and a mutual non-disclosure agreement will be exchanged prior to any discussions taking place.

Interactive Microsoft workshops

Our workshops are designed to help you realise the value of Microsoft technologies in your business, gain real value from your investment and transform the way you work.

The workshops are a collaborative and immersive experience; our experts will work with you to identify your business objectives and establish the Microsoft technologies to help you achieve them.
 

Request a workshop

Our range of workshops covers every aspect of the modern workplace including productivity, collaboration, identity, security and compliance and communication, with interactive and engaging sessions that bring the art of the possible to life.

Download our workshop guide

Read more about the interactive workshops we offer, and how they can benefit your business by downloading our guide.

MCI Workshop Introduction

Managed Services

Discover why Core is the first choice for many organisations looking to add flexibility, efficiency, and expertise to their teams.

Cloud Technology

From Microsoft’s leading platforms to bespoke cloud solutions, Core’s range of cloud technology solutions covers everything the modern workplace needs.

Professional Services

Whichever challenges you face on your digital journey, Core's professional services team has a solution to help, from IT Project Management to our innovative Smart Services.

Public Sector

Certified secure solution for the public sector, providing a reliable, flexible, secure and affordable IT solution.

Commercial Sector

Certified commercial sector solutions, covering all your commercial needs from financial and legal services, through to manufacturing.

Download our Frontline Workers white paper

Learn how technology can help to balance productivity with wellbeing for Frontline Workers.

White paper: How technology is revolutionising the health and productivity of frontline workers


Why customers choose us

Since we were founded in 1990 and started our Microsoft journey, we have supported over 10,000 customers on their communications and collaboration projects, and with the introduction of Microsoft's cloud technology, have grown our capabilities significantly across Microsoft 365 and Azure.

What sets us apart is a talented and passionate team who truly love what they do, demonstrating boundless enthusiasm and dedication in every single project.
 

logo-menu-david-lloyd

"It was apparent from day one that Core had a depth of knowledge in Microsoft 365, which we simply hadn’t found anywhere else."

Greater London Authority

"Core has a lot of experience working with the public sector, which was definitely a benefit."

Angel Trains

"There’s such a good working relationship with Core, it’s like having another permanent person in our organisation."

Talbot

"We had a really good, down to earth relationship with a few of the guys, and they know what they are doing."

Read our latest blog articles

Harnessing Evergreen IT Services for Strategic Advantage



Maximising Savings on Azure with Core’s Gain-Share Offer
Future-Proofing Your Business: The Perils of Rushing into Copilot for Microsoft 365



AI for All: How Microsoft's Latest Update on Copilot Opens Doors for all Businesses
The Core knowledge hub

Stay up-to-date with the latest insights, trends, and discussions from Core's team of subject matter experts through our blog topics and news articles.


Lucy WrightOct 10, 2018 10:53:14 AM3 min read

Remote access for employees using desktop services

There is a growing trend of remote and flexible working being made available to employees. To be able to work from home or another location, employees need to be able to access their files, emails and applications.

What is remote access?

Remote access gives people the ability to access their files and applications from a computer in any location, as a long as there is an internet connection. This access lets them view their emails, access and edit files and use applications on a work computer.

This also allows staff members to access company documents and databases, which are available on a company network.

Such access is not just helpful for remote working, but for staff members who want to access files or check emails when they are not in the office, for example, at weekends or while on holiday.

How can remote access be set up in a business?

There are different ways of providing remote access in a workplace. Various software is available, and there are inbuilt tools in operating systems which allow remote connection. A few of the popular remote access software are listed below:

  • TeamViewer
  • Go To My PC
  • Chrome Remote Desktop
  • PC Anywhere

These software tools allow remote connection to another computer and are mostly used by private individuals or smaller companies who cannot afford their own servers. However, with cloud storage, the need for servers is being reduced, with some companies opting to store all their files on cloud storage services.

For businesses, however, remote access needs to be actively managed and supported by a team of IT technicians so there no issues related to connectivity and security.

Remote access for businesses

For a business, remote access needs to be a seamless process and there are security aspects which need to be addressed. Using a software solution might leave the company vulnerable to various issues such as data security and theft.

Most companies have an internal IT department or outsource their IT to a third-party supplier. An appropriate solution for your business needs to consider the purpose of remote access and use of cloud services.

Core's remote access

As part of our managed desktop services, we offer remote desktop capabilities. Being a Microsoft Partner, we use Microsoft RDS Server 2016 to enable our clients staff to be able to access their work computer.

Our managed desktop service is cloud-based using a Windows 10 desktop environment with the added benefits of Office 365 ProPlus.

How does Core’s remote access work?

Core’s remote access as part of our managed desktop services is illustrated below.



Microsoft RDS Server allows users to connect to an application or full desktop without a requirement to install any application on the accessing device. In this scenario, the ‘work computer’ is stored entirely in the cloud.

No security or compatibility issues

Using this method removes any security or compatibility issues. The accessing device will not have to be changed or require any software installation to work.

Companies have strict policies on data storing and sharing can address those issues with the use of Microsoft RDS Server. With the use of Microsft RDS Server, users can be prevented from storing data in an unapproved location such as their own computer or any external drives.

Further restrictions can be placed on what applications can be run remotely and these restrictions can be user specific. Some employees can have greater access while others will only be able to access a few specific application.

Deciding which option to choose for remote access?

Businesses that have a real need to set up remote access for their employees should consider the level of access, data security and management of any such service to decide which option they should choose.

Outsourcing the setup and management of remote access through managed desktop services can be a lot more cost effective than creating an internal process and employing a team to manage it. Similarly, any software solution is bound to have issues which need to be resolved and active management, which would be better in the hands of a company like Core.

avatar

Lucy Wright

My name is Lucy and this is my author bio.