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Top technology consultancy FarrPoint appoints Alan Pritchard as Principal Consultant

Posted: 31st March 2015

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FarrPoint, one of Scotland’s fastest growing technology and telecoms consultancies has appointed Alan Pritchard as Principal Consultant.

Alan Pritchard has over 25 years’ experience in the information and computer technology industry, primarily in Scotland but also New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining FarrPoint, Alan held a number of key roles with other leading IT and Telecoms organisations, most prominently he was a Solutions Architect for BT Global Services working with Scottish Government outsourced IT contracts.

Alan has built up a strong reputation across the industry for his thought leadership and innovative approach to consulting, planning and network strategies, helping customers realise the business benefits of Information and Communications Technology within their organisations. In his new role, he will help reinforce FarrPoint’s leading position in technical consultancy and will spearhead the company’s drive into new technology and market sectors.

Andrew Muir, Chief Executive of FarrPoint said: “FarrPoint continues to be an ambitious company, with clear plans to grow our capability through increasing our team of top consultants and expanding our markets. We’re delighted to welcome Alan to the team. He brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise from the technology industry and will be a fantastic asset to the organisation.”

Alan Pritchard, Principal Consultant at FarrPoint said: “I am delighted to have joined FarrPoint to contribute to building on its existing strengths in the technology and telecoms sector and be part of its already talented team of experts with an impressive reputation.”

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