The Team behind
your technology

Our collaborative approach delivers real results – boosting
efficiency and helping organisations grow with confidence.

Experienced IT professionals supporting businesses across Berkshire and the Thames Valley

Who we are

The people and principles behind ACT Systems.

ACT Systems is a cloud-first IT partner based in Reading, Berkshire. Since 2003, we’ve delivered tailored IT support, consultancy, hardware procurement and a full range of MSP services to clients in professional services, energy, pharmaceuticals and beyond. We specialise in Microsoft 365 and Azure, managing over £1m in cloud resources and licensing each year. Our focus is on reliable, cost-effective solutions that cut downtime, improve efficiency and keep your business running smoothly. Whether you need day‑to‑day support, strategic consultancy, hardware procurement or full MSP coverage, we shape our services around your business and its goals.

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Our story

Delivering expert IT support for over 20 years.

ACT Systems began in 2003, founded by Andy Boudier and Grant Payne after collaborating at Parker Hannifin, a world leader in motion and control technologies. Their background in ISO 9001 processes shaped our drive for excellence from day one. Today, we continue to push technology forward – delivering modern IT that helps organisations operate securely, efficiently and with confidence.

Our story

Delivering expert IT support for over 20 years.

ACT Systems began in 2003, founded by Andy Boudier and Grant Payne after collaborating at Parker Hannifin, a world leader in motion and control technologies. Their background in ISO 9001 processes shaped our drive for excellence from day one. Today, we continue to push technology forward – delivering modern IT that helps organisations operate securely, efficiently and with confidence.

ACT Systems company milestones and business growth timeline

Meet the Senior Team

Our people are our strength.

Skilled across a wide range of technologies and continuously trained, our technical team brings deep expertise, agility, and a passion for solving complex challenges. We stay ahead of the ever-changing IT landscape so our clients can too.

ACT Systems company milestones and business growth timeline

Meet the Senior Team

Our people are our strength.

Skilled across a wide range of technologies and continuously trained, our technical team brings deep expertise, agility, and a passion for solving complex challenges. We stay ahead of the ever-changing IT landscape so our clients can too.

Grant Payne, Director at ACT Systems

Grant

Co‑founder

Andy Boudier, Director at ACT Systems

Andy

Co‑founder

Josh Maynard, Technical Services Manager at ACT Systems

Josh Maynard

Technical Services Manager

Graeme Jones, Sales & Operations Manager at ACT Systems

Graeme Jones

Sales & Operations Manager

Josh Hey, Support Team Manager at ACT Systems

Josh Hey

Support Team Manager

Agueda Pino, Finance Manager at ACT Systems

Agueda Pino

Finance Manager

Our values

What drives our approach and ambition.

Our values sit at the heart of how we work. They guide the way we support our clients and shape the results we deliver. They focus us on quality, fuel our ambition and push us to raise the bar with every project.

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Client
focussed

We’re committed to your success — and to building partnerships that last.

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Built
on trust

Our recommendations are grounded in expertise, not sales targets. You get honest advice and reliable solutions.

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A genuine
team

We move as one — backing each other, celebrating big wins and tackling every challenge head-on.

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Results
driven

We approach every project as a joint mission where communication and teamwork deliver results.

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Investing
in skills

We invest in ongoing training so you get up-to-date, compliant and future-ready IT expertise.

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The
extra mile

We go further, think smarter and aim to deliver solutions that exceed expectations

Our trusted partners

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The Red Corner printing technology partner
Ubiquiti business networking and wireless infrastructure solutions
Westcoast technology distribution partner

Thinking About Switching to ACT Systems?

We follow a documented mobilisation methodology to make switching provider structured, low-risk and well managed from day one.

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