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Founded in 1983 at the inception of networked communications with a simple vision – to do great things -  Dimension Data is a specialist IT services and solution provider, helps clients plan, build, support and manage their IT infrastructures. Today we are positioned at the forefront of networking and communications in 47 countries around the world.

By continually building on our knowledge and expertise in IT infrastructure technologies, we have become a recognised global leader in the provision and management of specialist IT infrastructure solutions. We plan, build, support and manage IT infrastructure solutions that help over 6,000 clients achieve their business goals. Drawing on our experience in networking, security, operating environments, storage and contact centre technologies and its unique skills in consulting, integration and managed services to create customised client solutions.

Dimension Data at a glance

  • Founded in 1983
  • 2009 revenues of $4.0 billion
  • Listed on the London Stock Exchange and the Johannesburg Securities Exchange Limited
  • A client base that spans all industry sectors including financial services, telecommunications, healthcare, manufacturing, government and education
  • Over 11,055 highly skilled employees
  • Established global footprint coupled with unrivalled experience in emerging markets
  • Strategic partnerships with leading technology vendors, including Cisco and Microsoft
  • Recognised industry leader with 56 industry awards in 2008

 

History and Milestones
Dimension Data was founded in 1983 in South Africa and today operates in 47 countries on six continents. Our growth has been driven by our clients’ need to operate efficiently in an environment where collaborative partnerships and the intelligent network have emerged as the two most important business enablers. ...more
Achievements, Awards and Accreditations
Over the past 25 years, Dimension Data has received multiple awards and accreditations from industry and business associations and partners. We value these accolades, firstly in recognition of our hard work and performance, and secondly as an indication of our continued technological leadership of our complex and dynamic industry. ...more
Management
Dimension Data has a primary listing on the London Stock Exchange and is also listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The board of Dimension Data plc consists of five executive directors and eight non-executive directors. The Group Executive Committee is responsible for the operational running of the business and assists in the formulation of the Group’s strategy. ...more
Black Economic Empowerment
“Our BEE strategy is about reaching out a hand, coming face to face with other cultures, uniting in a common purpose. It is about closing the gap created by the inequalities of history and seizing the possibilities that the future holds for all of us.” Jeremy Ord: Executive Chairman, Dimension Data plc. ...more
Office Locations
Because of our global footprint, it’s easy to do business with Dimension Data and access our wealth of technology and unique value-driven solutions. We have a business presence in over 45 countries on five continents, and our Preferred Partner Programme (PPP) extends our influence into other regions as well. ...more
Careers
Great things are happening at Dimension Data. Looking for exciting opportunities? Want to work with great people? Into rich experiences? If your answer is yes, then look no further. ...more
Corporate Social Responsibility
Dimension Data is one of a new breed of modern businesses that believes our engagement with people, the communities and regions in which we operate, and the greater global environment is an integral part of our overall business focus. ...more
Partners
We believe that solutions built for your unique environment, using best of breed technologies is the optimum route to take. A breadth of capability in leading vendor technology is mandatory when designing, building, implementing, deploying and supporting world-class business solutions. ...more
Dimension Data Companies
Dimension Data’s Systems Integration business, generates 77% of the Group’s annual revenues and provides specialist IT infrastructure solutions across six lines of business. These solutions include Network Integration, Converged Communications, Security, Data Centres and Storage, Customer Interactive Solutions (CIS) and Microsoft Solutions. ...more
Environmental Sustainability
Dimension Data acknowledges that climate change is a serious issue and we are committed to minimising our contribution to its causes. In particular, we are conscious that the IT industry, in which we operate, is a significant contributor to the world’s climate change challenge. ...more


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