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Databarracks Acquires Acumen Business Services

In a significant move in the business continuity realm, Databarracks has officially acquired the assets of Acumen Business Services Ltd. This strategic acquisition, announced on July 7, 2026, is part of Databarracks' ongoing efforts to enhance their Business Resilience Managed Services following the previous acquisition of PlanB Consulting in 2024.

Strengthening Business Continuity Offerings

Acumen, founded by industry veteran Andy Osborne, brings over 20 years of award-winning experience in business continuity consulting to the table. The consultancy is well-respected, serving more than 100 clients within sectors such as financial services, healthcare, and manufacturing. The acquisition will allow Databarracks to integrate Acumen's reputable business continuity strategies with their already robust technological infrastructure.

Chris Butler, Resilience Director at Databarracks, expressed excitement over the acquisition:

"Acumen has delivered business continuity and resilience services to some of the largest organisations in the UK and around the world. We share a common vision of embedding resilience and making BC practical and simple, while adding real value for our customers..."

This shared vision underscores the synergy between the two companies and their joint commitment to improving how businesses approach continuity planning.

Merging Expertise for Enhanced Services

The collaboration between Databarracks and Acumen highlights a unique approach to merging technology with business resilience strategies. Andy Osborne emphasized that in today’s landscape, technology and cyber risk are core elements of effective business continuity.

"This is the right next step for Acumen and our clients, combining our business continuity expertise with Databarracks' strength in technology resilience and recovery solutions," Osborne stated.

This integration is expected to provide further value to current and future clients through innovative concepts like the Recovery Confidence assurance and the Business Resilience Managed Service approach spearheaded by Databarracks.

Expanding Industry Influence

Mike Osborne, Chairman at Databarracks, noted the impressive history of Acumen and the caliber of professionals working within the organization. His recognition spans over decades of contributions to the industry, including published works that have influenced best practices in business continuity. He remarked:

"Databarracks' Business Resilience function is growing rapidly... For any practitioners who are interested in getting exposure to the next generation of resilience solutions and some of the best customers in the world, our message is to get in touch!"

Building a Resilient Future

Founded in 2003, Databarracks has earned a reputation as a leader in business and technology resilience, being one of the pioneers in the managed backup services domain. Their comprehensive solutions—from data protection to public cloud management—are designed to ensure businesses can operate uninterrupted, regardless of the challenges they face.
With the backing of 24/7 expert support, Databarracks empowers businesses to create resilience at every organizational level, unifying people, processes, and technologies. They emphasize the importance of regular testing, prepared leadership, and robust plans, preparing organizations to respond effectively to modern threats, from cyberattacks to operational failures.

The acquisition of Acumen not only strengthens Databarracks' service offerings but also solidifies their position as a proactive leader in the business resilience sector, ready to tackle the evolving challenges of today's dynamic business environment. As organizations continue to navigate the complexities of risk, the combined strengths of Databarracks and Acumen provide a promising pathway to achieving enduring business resilience.

As Databarracks looks towards the future, they remain committed to driving innovation and providing best-in-class solutions that ensure clients' businesses continue to thrive in an increasingly uncertain world.