Published by Sue Johns-Chapman
Published Date 25.09.2024 
OUTCO, the UK’s leading outdoor estate management and winter services provider, is thrilled to announce its shortlisting in three major categories at the 2024 UK Business Tech Awards: Property Tech Company of the Year, App of the Year, and Large Tech Company of the Year. This recognition highlights OUTCO’s ongoing commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to revolutionise the outdoor estate management sector.
The UK Business Tech Awards celebrate innovative companies that are driving positive change across various industries through the development and application of technology. OUTCO’s shortlisting in three highly competitive categories is a testament to the company’s forward-thinking approach and the significant strides it has made in enhancing outdoor estate management solutions.
OUTCO is particularly delighted to have been recognised in the App of the Year category for the second year in a row. The company’s groundbreaking winter gritting app, which has previously been acknowledged for its innovation, continues to transform how clients manage and monitor their winter maintenance activities. The app provides clients with full transparency from real-time updates, GPS proof of service, and reporting functionalities, making it an indispensable tool for businesses managing large estates during the colder months.
Continued Innovation in Property Technology
OUTCO’s shortlisting in the Property Tech Company of the Year category reflects its leadership in delivering tech-driven solutions that ensure outdoor spaces remain safe, operational, and well-maintained year-round. The company has implemented several pioneering technologies that streamline outdoor estate management, including advanced GPS tracking systems, and real-time monitoring capabilities. OUTCO technology provides its customers with detailed, up-to-date service records and issue reporting, as well as enabling detailed photographic service reports for all job types, including proof of service telematics. The technology adopted provides full-service visibility and transparency with instant service updates directly from the field.
OUTCO’s use of data analytics and technology ensures that clients can pre-empt and respond quickly to seasonal challenges such as snow and ice, minimising risks and keeping their estates accessible during the most challenging conditions. This focus on innovation has solidified OUTCO’s position as a leader in property technology.
Leading the Way as a Tech Company of the Year
Being shortlisted for Large Tech Company of the Year is a recognition of OUTCO’s significant contributions to the tech industry at large. The company’s investment in developing tech-based solutions has not only transformed winter maintenance services but also set new standards in safety, efficiency, and sustainability for estate management.
OUTCO’s Chief Technical Officer, Brendon Petsch, expressed his pride at the nominations, saying:
“We are incredibly proud to be shortlisted for three prestigious awards at this year’s UK Business Tech Awards. Being recognised in these categories highlights our team’s relentless drive for innovation and our commitment to delivering the highest level of service to our clients. We believe that technology is at the heart of improving outdoor estate management, and we will continue to invest in new solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers.”
About OUTCO’s Award-Winning Winter Gritting App
The OUTCO Winter Gritting App, which has earned its second consecutive shortlist for App of the Year, was developed to address the challenges of winter estate management. By providing clients with a user-friendly interface that offers real-time visibility of gritting services, weather updates, and compliance reports, the app empowers users to stay ahead of adverse weather conditions. The app’s innovative features have been praised for enhancing safety, increasing operational efficiency, and reducing downtime across commercial estates.
The app’s success is just one part of OUTCO’s broader mission to deliver comprehensive estate management services underpinned by technology. The company’s technology platform integrates with its wide range of services, including grounds maintenance, landscape management, pothole and surface repairs, fencing and access control, vegetation clearance and reactive works, ensuring clients receive a seamless, data-driven experience.
Looking Ahead
OUTCO’s recognition in the 2024 UK Business Tech Awards is a reflection of its strategic focus on technology as a driver of change in the estate management industry. With a continued emphasis on innovation and customer-centric solutions, OUTCO is poised to lead the market in outdoor estate technology and winter services.
For more information on OUTCO’s technology solutions or winter maintenance services, visit www.outco.co.uk.
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