ANS Announces New Partnership with Grŵp Cynefin
Background
ANS is proud to announce a new partnership with Grŵp Cynefin, a leading North Wales–based housing association and registered social landlord. Grŵp Cynefin manages over 4,500 affordable homes, supported housing schemes, and community projects across the region, playing a vital role in supporting local communities and residents.
Challenge
Grŵp Cynefin faces a security operations capacity gap, with its internal ICT team responsible for a complex IT environment but lacking the resources to deliver 24/7 monitoring, real‑time incident response, and effective triage and escalation. While the organisation is committed to a Microsoft‑first security strategy, it lacks the in‑house capability to operate this approach at scale around the clock.
Solution
ANS will address this by delivering professional services to build out Microsoft Sentinel and providing the ANS Managed Detection and Response service as Grŵp Cynefin’s 24/7 Security Operations Centre. The service delivers continuous monitoring of Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and wider security telemetry, enabling real‑time detection, expert response, and executive‑ready reporting, while maximising the value of existing Microsoft E5 Security and Defender XDR investments.
Chris Hampson said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Grŵp Cynefin into the ANS Managed Detection & Response service. By combining their commitment to a strong Microsoft‑first security strategy with our 24/7 UK‑based SOC, we’re ensuring their teams benefit from real‑time threat detection, expert triage, and ongoing security enhancement. This partnership empowers Grŵp Cynefin to maximise the value of their existing Microsoft investments while gaining the confidence, resilience, and continuous protection needed in today’s evolving threat landscape.”
Quote from Betsan Ifan, Head of Business Improvement
Betsan Ifan, Head of Business Improvement Grŵp Cynefin stated:
“Protecting our residents, colleagues and services is a critical priority for Grŵp Cynefin. Enhanced, round-the-clock cyber security capabilities will complement our in-house expertise. Partnering with ANS gives us access to 24/7 monitoring, rapid incident response and specialist insight, providing added confidence that our systems and data are being proactively protected.
This strategic partnership strengthens our resilience and supports our ongoing commitment to delivering safe, reliable services for the communities we serve.”
