“We needed an IT partner that could keep pace with our growth while staying one step ahead. CAB have been exactly that.” Chris Standeven – Director – Firstpoint Logistics
About Firstpoint Logistics
Firstpoint Logistics is a rapidly growing logistics and transport provider, supporting businesses across the UK and internationally with time‑critical deliveries, specialist handling, and dependable supply‑chain support. With operations spanning multiple sites and countries, technology plays a key role in keeping their teams efficient, connected, and responsive.
Background
As the business expanded, variation naturally developed across their device estate – including mixed operating systems, inconsistent configurations, and legacy practices. To strengthen security, introduce consistency, and gain centralised control across all users and locations, Firstpoint partnered with CAB to modernise their IT environment and implement a unified, scalable management approach.
Outcomes
- Introduce stronger organisation-wide control and governance
- Improve security across all devices and user groups, including international teams
- Reduce time spent by staff troubleshooting IT issues
- Standardise system configurations and eliminate inconsistencies
- Establish a scalable platform fit for future growth
Solutions Delivered
1. Baseline Security Package Deployment
CAB rolled out a comprehensive security service across all machines, ensuring every user and device benefited from consistent, robust protection. This included:
- Unlimited IT Support – 24/7 monitoring and unlimited onsite and remote support
- Vulnerability Scanning – Real‑time detection and remediation to maintain Cyber Essentials alignment
- Cyber Security Training – Tailored user training to enhance awareness and reduce human‑based risk
- Phishing Simulation & Dark Web Monitoring – Proactive identification of threats and exposed credentials
- Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) – Intelligent threat detection to stop suspicious activity quickly
- Password Management – Secure storage and generation of strong passwords
- Microsoft 365 Backup – Daily backups to independent, secure locations for full data protection
This service provided Firstpoint with a strong, standardised foundation for managing security across their entire organisation.
2. Microsoft Intune Deployment
To address the mismatch of devices and configurations, CAB delivered a full Intune rollout, giving Firstpoint modern device and policy management capabilities.
Delivered outcomes included:
- Endpoint Device Management – Centralised control, monitoring, and proactive management of all devices
- Microsoft 365 Security Hardening – Configuration of premium security features, device compliance policies, mobile access controls, and data protection
- Consistent policy enforcement across laptops, PCs, and mobile devices
Ability to manage devices for staff located across multiple countries
Fully scalable management capable of supporting ongoing business growth - This created a unified, cloud‑based approach to device security and configuration, reducing operational overheads and improving reliability.
Results
✓ Consistent device security and configuration
All machines now operate under a unified security baseline, eliminating previous inconsistencies and ensuring predictable behaviour.
✓ Significant time savings
With CAB managing security, updates, compliance, and support, Firstpoint staff spend far less time troubleshooting and more time focusing on business‑critical work.
✓ Cyber Essentials aligned environment
Devices, policies, and monitoring now adhere to Cyber Essentials best practices, strengthening the company’s overall security posture.
✓ Improved global management
CAB now manages PCs and phones for Firstpoint staff across multiple countries –centralised security and control ensure all users receive the same level of protection.
✓ Scalability for future growth
With Intune and a standardised security foundation in place, Firstpoint can onboard new staff and devices quickly and securely, wherever they are.
✓ Enhanced managed services
CAB’s Baseline Security Package now provides Firstpoint with proactive monitoring, advanced threat protection, user training, and secure backup – delivering stability, reassurance, and long‑term value.
“As a fast-growing, technology-led transport business, we needed an IT partner that could keep pace with our growth while staying one step ahead. CAB have been exactly that. Their support has been rock solid as we’ve scaled, with a real can-do attitude and a deep understanding of where we’re heading as a business. Crucially, they don’t just fix today’s problems, they help future-proof our platform, security, and compliance, giving us confidence that our ISO accreditations and governance will stand up as we continue to grow.”
Chris Standeven – Director – Firstpoint Logistics
