Business Details
13 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for IT Solutions
C1, a global technology solution provider, elevates connected human experiences by creating innovative and secure solutions that impact customers, teams, and communities. With over 6,000 customers, including Fortune 1000 companies and public sector organizations, we deliver end-to-end technology services across communications, infrastructure, and security. Our team of more than 1,000 engineers, holding thousands of industry certifications, operates from North America and India, supported by three Customer Success Centers. We collaborate with leading technology partners to provide lifecycle solutions, driven by core values of empathy, boundary-breaking innovation, and accountability.Founded on a decade of strategic acquisitions, we continuously expand our capabilities to meet evolving client needs. Our leadership team brings decades of experience in technology and business consulting, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry advancements. We prioritize understanding client strengths and differences, challenge the status quo, and deliver elevated human experiences through scalable, secure, and future-ready solutions.
Services
IT Advisory Services
Professional IT Services
Managed Services
Cybersecurity Solutions
AI-Powered Security
Unified Communications
Infrastructure Modernization
Cloud Transformation
Data Protection
Network Security
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 managed IT services with proactive monitoring and support.
- Our team holds thousands of industry certifications across North America and India.
- We collaborate with Fortune 1000 companies and leading technology partners.
- We provide scalable, secure, and future-ready infrastructure solutions.
- We have over a decade of experience in strategic technology acquisitions and integrations.
What people say
Improved operational efficiency
Zero downtime ensured
Exceptional partnership
Proactive security management
Seamless communications solutions
Services
IT Advisory Services
C1 Advisory Services empower organizations to make informed technology decisions with strategic insights and expert guidance. Our collaborative assessments and tailored roadmaps align IT investments with business objectives, ensuring scalable and future-ready strategies. We evaluate current environments, identify gaps, and design solutions that optimize operations and security.
Managed Services
C1 Managed Services provide proactive, 24/7 operational support for communications, infrastructure, and security environments. Our flexible models reduce complexity, minimize downtime, and adapt to evolving technology demands. We maintain and optimize systems, manage transitions, and ensure compliance, allowing clients to focus on innovation and strategic priorities.
Cybersecurity Solutions
Our cybersecurity services protect enterprises from evolving threats with advanced network, endpoint, and cloud security solutions. We simplify security management through expert-managed services, reducing IT burdens while ensuring resilience. Our AI-driven threat detection and proactive risk assessments safeguard digital and physical assets end-to-end.
AI-Powered Security
C1s AI-driven security solutions enhance threat detection and response with real-time analytics and automation. By leveraging machine learning, we identify anomalies, prioritize risks, and automate remediation, reducing incident response times. These solutions ensure proactive defense against sophisticated cyber threats across hybrid and cloud environments.
Unified Communications
C1s Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) modernizes employee collaboration with voice, video, chat, and document sharing tools accessible from any device. Our solutions improve productivity, support remote work, and ensure secure, compliant interactions. We integrate global PSTN access and AI automations for seamless customer and team engagement.
People
Jeffrey Russell
Chief Executive Officer
Jeffrey Russell brings over 35 years of leadership experience in technology and business consulting. Prior to C1, he served as President and CEO of Accenture Canada, driving cross-industry growth. He holds BSC and MSC degrees in industrial engineering from the University of Manitoba.
Omar Bhatti
Chief Customer Officer
Omar Bhatti has 15+ years in professional services leadership. He joined C1 in 2022 after executive roles at GDIT, CSC, and Accenture. A George Mason University graduate, he supports STEM initiatives and builds public-private partnerships for resilient IT talent ecosystems.
Dale R. Gerard
Chief Financial Officer
Dale Gerard has 25+ years of financial leadership in tech industries. Former CFO at iFIT and senior roles at Vivint Smart Home, he specializes in strategic financial management and operational excellence across health tech and smart home sectors.
Rui Goncalves
Chief Legal Officer
Rui Goncalves leads legal functions with 20+ years of experience in software, manufacturing, and services. Holding degrees from Seton Hall University, Baruch College, and Touro University, he oversees contracts, risk management, and real estate initiatives globally.
Viral Tripathi
Chief Information Officer
Viral Tripathi specializes in AI, cloud, and data-driven digital transformation. With an Executive MBA from the University of Cambridge, he has led tech innovation at Ascendion, KPMG, and Associated Press, focusing on scalable solutions and high-performing teams.
Questions
What services does C1 offer?
C1 provides IT advisory, professional, and managed services, including cybersecurity, unified communications, infrastructure modernization, AI-powered solutions, and cloud transformation.
Is C1 available for emergency IT support?
Yes, C1 offers 24/7 emergency services with proactive monitoring and rapid incident response to minimize downtime and ensure business continuity.
How does C1 ensure cybersecurity?
C1 combines AI-driven threat detection, managed security services, and partnerships with leading vendors like Palo Alto Networks to provide end-to-end protection against evolving cyber threats.
What industries does C1 serve?
C1 works with enterprises and public sector organizations across healthcare, education, retail, and more, offering tailored solutions for diverse industry needs.
Can C1 support global operations?
Yes, C1 serves clients globally with a presence in North America, India, and partnerships with technology leaders like Cisco and Dell Technologies.
How does C1 integrate AI into its services?
C1 uses AI for threat detection, automation, and predictive analytics in security, communications, and infrastructure management, enhancing efficiency and proactive risk mitigation.
