Welcome to Infrastructure Design Solutions
We are a global ICT and Telecom infrastructure consulting firm delivering pragmatic engineering solutions and deep technical expertise across critical systems — including IT, Wi-Fi, AV, and Security — throughout the EMEA region.
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50+ Data Centers |
250+ Offices & HQs |
25+ Countries |
400+ Projects Delivered |
End-to-End Design, Concept to Handover
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ICT & Telecom Design We design the passive infrastructure backbone — fibre, copper cabling and associated systems — that connects IT, M&E, Cellular, Wi-Fi, ROIP and Security into a single coherent network. |
Physical Security Design Full-spectrum security design covering access control, CCTV, perimeter protection, crash-rated barriers, biometric systems, and PSIM integration for critical environments. |
Needs Analysis & Consultancy From initial brief to feasibility, we help clients define requirements, evaluate options, and develop a clear technical strategy before a single drawing is produced. |
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Technical Design & BIM Detailed, standards-compliant design documentation — drawings, schedules, specifications — produced by our in-house BIM/CAD team using industry-leading tools. |
Tender Management We prepare and manage tender packages, evaluate contractor submissions, and support procurement to ensure clients appoint the right installation partner at the right price. |
Construction Administration On-site and remote oversight of installation quality, RFI management, commissioning support, and final handover — ensuring the design intent is realised in the field. |
At IDS we strive to:
Add Value
When providing a solution, we give careful consideration to the client's entire IT and communications infrastructure, understanding the services and applications the business is required to support, to ensure maximum value to their business.
Work in Partnership
We place great emphasis on understanding each client’s specific needs and delivering the best‐fit solution. Our aim is to develop genuine partnerships with our clients by fulfilling our commitments and exceeding expectations.
Be Proactive
Major projects are always changing and evolving, of key importance in this environment is to provide a proactive approach. At IDS we understand this and pride ourselves on ensuring that a flexible and proactive attitude is always adopted.
Maintain Trust
We have developed a trusted reputation for delivering exactly what our clients need, within the agreed time frame and to budget.
Develop Lasting Relationships
At IDS we make every effort to ensure that our clients are fully satisfied with our work. This is important for us as client satisfaction promotes long term relationships and repeat business, this is a mutually beneficial cycle that at IDS we strive to maintain.
Trusted by the World's Most Demanding Clients
IDS have a loyal, repeat blue-chip customer — spanning hyperscale cloud giants, global financial services, mega-cap technology companies, and the world’s largest MEP & architectural firms.
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Hyperscale Cloud Deployed across leading global cloud providers — full campus designs across EMEA |
Data Center Lease 20+ global and regional colocation providers, GPU upgrades & campus fit-outs |
Global Banks Large corporate offices, trading floors and data centers for several of the world's largest financial institutions |
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Technology & Media Offices, film studios and production environments for the world’s largest tech & streaming companies |
Global AE Partners Strong partnership with the world's largest MEP and architectural firms as their ICT & Security design specialist within multidisciplinary teams |
What Our Partners Say
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“ My experience would reflect IDS’s high level of attention to detail and challenging questions to gain the maximum information. The IDS team have shown great enthusiasm to understand our latest technologies and innovations. The expertise that IDS bring to Panduit is invaluable and has resulted in updating some of our existing designs to meet customer demands. A Global Hyperscale DC, Global Finance, and Film/TV/Broadcast companies are good examples of our collaboration. Account Manager UK Panduit |
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“ Throughout our collaboration, IDS has consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism, in-depth product knowledge and design expertise. From the outset, IDS have collaborated closely with Chatsworth Products in order to provide our mutual client, an American multinational financial services firm, with the high levels of service they demand and expect in order to deliver business critical infrastructure projects on time. IDS are a reliable and professional partner — their expertise, dedication, and outstanding service make them a valuable asset to any project, and we look forward to many more successful years of collaboration. Regional Sales Manager UK, Ireland & DACH Chatsworth Products |
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“ CommScope have been working with IDS since their inception in 2011. We have been engaged with them to support project installations across EMEA. We have found their professionalism, technical and industry knowledge to be exceptional. Furthermore, as they have grown a successful business over the years, they have committed new IDS employees to the CommScope Infrastructure Academy to help in the development and training of new staff members to enhance their expertise. IDS are fully supportive of tight controls within the CommScope 25-Year Extended Product Warranty & Application Assurance Programme using its strictest requirements to ensure that a quality installation is achieved by the installation partner selected, ultimately leading to successful project delivery on behalf of clients. Our joint relationship remains extremely strong — IDS are a pleasure to deal with on a personal and professional level. EMEA GlobalScale Director – Data Center & Strategic Enterprise Accounts CommScope |
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“ Our partnership with IDS since inception in 2011 has been progressive and successful. IDS has consistently demonstrated an exceptional understanding of our industry needs. Their team’s technical expertise, responsiveness, and commitment to excellence have played a critical role in meeting complex project requirements and timelines. We have always felt supported and valued as partners, which has fostered a strong sense of trust and reliability. This partnership is more than just a business relationship; it's a commitment to mutual success, and we are excited about the future as we continue to grow together. Sales Director UK & Finance Global Accounts EMEA Corning |
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“ IDS is a key partner to Wesco Anixter, working closely with my organisation to ensure a proactive and bespoke approach to supporting clients across the EMEA region. Their expertise and attention to detail have been instrumental in aligning our material supply with demanding programme requirements — it has helped to mitigate risk, reduce cost and enable projects to be delivered on time and within budget. Jonathan O’Shea Senior Sales Director – Global Enterprise – EMEA and APAC, Wesco Anixter |
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“ I have worked with IDS since their inception and have always found the entire IDS team thoroughly professional with a deep understanding of both the client’s needs as well as product knowledge. Working with Leviton, IDS have successfully completed some high profile projects — I have found that IDS are very detailed with their designs ensuring that every aspect, to the last detail, is covered from project start to successful completion. Tony Benn Senior Pre-Sales Technical Manager, Leviton |
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“ IDS have worked with the Austin Hughes team on multiple IT infrastructure projects. They have a breadth of understanding on Austin Hughes’ full range of solutions, making them well positioned in specification, application and support of clients. The two companies are committed to provide ongoing support to existing and new clients encompassing rack power, access control, environmental monitoring, and server management solutions. Richard Grap Sales Director EMEA, Austin Hughes |
Qualified at Every Level
IDS services are 100% telecoms design & consultancy focused, making us one of the few true specialists in the field. Our team holds internationally recognised professional accreditations, backed by ongoing manufacturer training and industry engagement.
| IDS Project Quality Assurance Policy |
| IDS Data Protection & Cyber Security Policy |
| IDS Environmental Policy |
| IDS Health & Safety Policy (ISO 27001-certified consultant oversight) |
| Professional Indemnity Insurance |
| CSCS / EUSR / ECS / SAFEPASS construction safety schemes |
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RCDD Registered Communications Distribution Designer |
CDCDP Certified Data Centre Design Professional |
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CNIDP Certified Network Infrastructure Design Professional |
30+ Full-time Engineers, CAD/BIM Technicians & Support Staff |
The IDS Team
Phil Hanover (RCDD)
Director
Phil is an RCDD Engineer, with experience in all areas of ICT engineering design.
Phil has worked within the IT industry for the last 30 years and has a wide range of experience. He started his career in IT as a structured cabling engineer working on a wide variety of projects installing voice and data system cabling. Phil brings that practical experience to the role that he now undertakes. He has worked with a wide variety of clients from the public sector to major blue-chip customers within the City of London and overseas, on a variety of projects from Hyperscale Data Centres to International Bank Headquarters.
Phil’s current role takes him across multiple EMEA regions where he and his team provide consultation, delivery and management services for multiple hyperscale data centre projects.
Steve Roberts (CDCDP)
Director
Steve has over 25 years experience in the IT industry, gaining extensive knowledge working as a project manager on large infrastructure projects both within the UK and internationally.
Steve has worked on projects spanning multiple sectors, including significant experience in large single and multi-tenant office spaces. Steve has just recently completed a 4 year, 1,000,000 Sqft office construction project for a major international bank in the city of London. Although currently focused on major projects, Steve’s experience spans a range of project sizes and types all with their own unique challenges.
With significant international experience and involvement in projects in multiple major European locations and further afield, Steve has an excellent range of skills that allow him to adapt to differing business cultures, local codes and delivery strategies.
David Clark (RCDD/CDCDP)
Director
David is an RCDD and CDCDP qualified designer and engineer with over 25 years industry experience. Initially trained as a quantity surveyor he has spent the last 20 years delivering complex landmark projects across multiple industry sectors.
David’s professionalism and attention to detail allows him to excel where a high degree of engineering dependency and accuracy are required. His extensive experience in tender production and management have given him a unique commercial perspective which complements his engineering skill sets.
David’s current role takes him across multiple EMEA regions where he and his team provide consultation, delivery and management services for multi-disciplinary client projects.