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Academic Hardware, a division of Signpost, expands to the UK

29 December 2023 – Academic Hardware, a division of Signpost, led by Arne Vandendriessche, is proud to announce its strategic expansion into the United Kingdom. This move reinforces Signpost's position as a key player in the European education sector, and it marks a significant milestone in the company's journey. 

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In collaboration with HP, Signpost’s Academic Hardware is ready to make a substantial impact on the UK education system, which is recognized for its high standards but in need of a technological boost. As the market leader in the Benelux for student laptops and active presence in Spain under the name Icono, AH has already delivered over 1 million laptops to students across Europe. 

The UK expansion will bring several advantages to the education sector: 

  • A local team of dedicated technicians, enthusiastic trainers and an accessible in-house help desk, all ready to support the unique needs of schools.   
  • Quality devices and the latest software offerings, in collaboration with Academic Software, who have been making waves in the UK for several years.  
  • Academic Hardware is a partner that's not just a provider, but a listener and a collaborator, dedicated to understanding and enhancing the distinctiveness of educational institutions.  

According to Arne Vandendriessche, this expansion is about more than just entering a new market—it's about creating a positive impact on the UK's educational landscape, which is on the brink of a technological revolution. 

Academic Hardware is excited to begin this new chapter in the UK and is committed to driving meaningful change in the education sector. 
 
About Signpost 
Signpost, a dynamic company with an annual turnover of approximately 200 million euros, is at the forefront of empowering education across 12 European countries. Specializing in a comprehensive suite of services, Signpost provides hardware (Academic Hardware), innovative software solutions (Academic Software), curated educational content through its own publishing arm Lernova, seamless connectivity (Academic Connect powered by Proximus) and expert training programs via Fourcast. By collaborating with global industry leaders like Microsoft, Google, Adobe, HP, Lenovo, and ASUS, Signpost delivers a 360° solution that fully supports schools, colleges, and universities, enabling them to focus on what truly matters—education. 

Stay tuned for more updates and insights. 

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