Empowering North West Businesses Through Secure, Reliable IT.
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J700 Group Ltd
As a Lancashire-based IT provider, we’re just a call away. Our team knows the unique challenges North West businesses face and delivers practical, cost-effective solutions.
Don’t Let Technology Slow You Down
Let us manage your I.T so you can focus on what you do best.
Need help? Call Us:
0333 7721 700
Just Mail Us:
[email protected]
Head Office:
Prinny Mill Business Centre, 68 Blackburn Road, Haslingden, Lancashire, BB4 5HL
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J700 Group Ltd
All Rights Reserved.
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Keeping North West Manufacturers Running, Without the Downtime
From shop floor to back office, we provide secure, proactive IT support built around the demands of modern manufacturing. When your systems stop, your production stops. We make sure that doesn't happen.
"J700 Group keep our systems running so our production line doesn't stop. They understand manufacturing, not just IT." — Operations Manager, Lancashire Engineering Firm
Your production line can't afford IT problems.
Manufacturing in the North West comes with unique pressures. Tight margins, shift-based teams, legacy machinery, and supply chain dependencies mean IT issues don't just slow you down, they cost you money, orders and reputation.
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Unplanned downtime
A server failure mid-shift halts production and leaves your team idle.
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Ageing infrastructure
Legacy systems that weren't designed to connect with modern software slow everything down.
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Ransomware targeting manufacturers
The sector is increasingly in the crosshairs of cybercriminals who know downtime is costly.
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Remote and multi-site working
Managing IT across a factory floor, warehouse and head office with no central oversight.
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Compliance pressure
ISO, Cyber Essentials, and customer supply chain requirements are increasingly demanding robust IT controls.
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No dedicated IT resource
Relying on a member of staff who "knows computers" is a risk your business can't afford.
Does your current setup meet the standard? Let’s have a quick chat about your organisation’s specific challenges and how we can solve them.
Success Stories
From Downtime to Drive: How a Bury Manufacturer Rebuilt Trust in Their IT
Why manufacturers across Lancashire choose J700 Group
Fully managed IT, built for manufacturers
We don't just support your computers. We keep your whole operation connected, secure, and productive.
Fully Managed IT Support for Manufactures Includes:
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24/7 Proactive Monitoring
Issues identified and resolved before they reach your shop floor. We watch your systems around the clock.
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Cyber Security for manufacturers
Protection against ransomware, phishing, and supply chain attacks, increasingly common in the manufacturing sector.
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OT & IT integration support
Bridging the gap between your operational technology; CNC machines, PLCs, SCADA and your business IT systems.
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Reliable backup & disaster recovery
Your production data, ERP records, and business files are protected and recoverable, no matter what happens.
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Secure Microsoft 365 & cloud
Email, file sharing and remote access configured securely for office teams, managers, and field staff alike.
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Legacy system modernisation
We help you move away from unsupported software and ageing hardware without disrupting your day-to-day operation.
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Cyber Essentials support
We help you achieve and maintain Cyber Essentials certification — increasingly required by customers and supply chains.
WHY J700 GROUP
IT Support focused on your manufacturing operations to assist and improve your productivity
"We had an ageing IT setup that was holding production back. J700 Group modernised everything with zero disruption and we've had no major downtime since."
— Plant Manager, North West Manufacturer
Common questions from manufacturers
"We have machines on the shop floor that are decades old, can you still support us?"
Absolutely. We regularly work with legacy operational technology and understand the constraints of older manufacturing environments. We'll assess what you have, identify the risks, and build a practical roadmap without forcing you to replace everything at once.
"Our production can't stop, how fast can you respond to a critical failure?"
Production-down incidents are treated as Priority 1 emergencies. Our proactive monitoring means we often resolve issues before you're aware of them. If something does go down, our North West engineers are available for immediate remote or on-site support, we know that every minute of downtime costs you money.
"A customer is now asking us to have Cyber Essentials certification, can you help?"
Yes. This is increasingly common across manufacturing supply chains. We'll help you understand what's needed, put the right IT controls in place, and support you through the certification process, so you can meet customer requirements without it becoming a distraction from running your business.
"We have a factory, a warehouse and a head office, can you manage all three?"
Definitely. We specialise in multi-site infrastructure. We can unify your IT across all locations so your team can work seamlessly wherever they are, with centralised security and monitoring across every site.
"Will our IT costs be predictable month to month?"
Yes. We provide a clear, fixed monthly pricing model with no hidden fees and no surprise charges. You'll know exactly what your IT investment is each month, so you can plan confidently and focus your resources on growing your business.
"Can you help us with staff cybersecurity training?"
Yes. We deliver practical cybersecurity training for manufacturing businesses, helping employees identify phishing attempts, use systems securely, and understand their role in protecting company data. This reduces human error and lowers the risk of cyber incidents affecting your operations.
Free manufacturing IT & security review
We will review your current setup and give you a clear, jargon-free picture of where the risks are and how to address them.
We’ll assess:
You’ll receive:
Is your IT ready for the demands of modern manufacturing?
Don't wait for a production-halting failure to find the gaps in your setup. Let's talk about how we can keep your operation secure, connected, and running.
Protect your data. Protect your production.
Need more information?
Book a free discovery call with one of our experienced team, you can ask any questions, find more about what we do, and see how we can help your business..
Haslingden
Prinny Mill Business Centre
68 Blackburn Rd
Haslingden, Rossendale
Lancashire
BB4 5HL
Email
[email protected]
Phone
0333 7721 700
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