For the technology help you need
When businesses lack the time, resources or specialist skills to tackle complex technology challenges, important work can stall or be left unresolved.
Pathfinder provides clear advice, experienced management and practical support across IT project delivery, cybersecurity and data protection. With more than 25 years’ experience, we help a broad range of clients, from growing businesses needing additional expertise to organisations operating in highly regulated environments.
Our role is to give you the expertise and capacity you need to move important work forward with confidence.
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Our services
Cybersecurity
Cyber threats evolve fast, but it is not always obvious which risks matter most or whether existing controls are doing enough. We assess your current security position, identify weaknesses and help you prioritise the actions that will make the biggest difference.
Using recognised frameworks such as Cyber Essentials and NIST CSF, we can support areas including access control, backups, third-party risk management and incident response.
We help you know where you’re exposed and what to fix first, so security improvements are focused and practical.
Data protection
Many companies do not know where they stand with meeting their data protection obligations. We review how your business collects and uses personal data, then identify gaps and give clear, practical advice on what to improve. We help you put the right controls in place.
If you need continuous expert guidance, we also provide ongoing or fractional Data Protection Officer services.
The aim is simple: reduce your risk, improve compliance and give you confidence that your business is taking data protection seriously.
IT project management
Technology projects can stall when internal teams are too busy running the business. We provide experienced project leadership to define what needs to happen, coordinate teams and suppliers, manage risks, and maintain momentum through to delivery. Clear plans, ownership, milestones and reporting make it easier to see what is on track, what needs attention and where decisions are required.
We turn your important technology needs into controlled delivery, without adding unnecessary overhead or placing more pressure on already stretched teams.
Achraf Husani
Head of Projects - International Distribution Compliance
Pathfinder worked with us for a year as Data Privacy consultants. We appreciated particularly their detailed expertise and advice on this matter, and also their organisational / project management skills. It was a real pleasure to work with them and would definitely recommend them if you need Data Privacy expertise.
Mark Child
Chief Executive
I have worked with Pathfinder on a number of projects. They are always a “go to” and incredibly reliable, knowledgeable and diligent. I’d have no hesitation recommending them to any organisation as a rare commodity in this market in terms of always wanting to do the best job possible and have never let me down. They always establish an effective rapport with clients and are well liked. We invariably receive positive feedback as to their contribution and engagement style. They have a “keen eye” for detail and the ability to clearly and concisely articulate what are often highly technical subject matters into language that is clearly understood.
Peter Wilson
Head of Asset Management
Pathfinder were great in being able to hit the ground running with what was a complex and safety-critical technology project. They also had a good work ethic, keeping us informed of progress along the way but also coming up with solutions to problems rather than just presenting problems and leaving it to us to solve. Installation and testing of the equipment across the estate was a thorny issue which I was relieved Pathfinder managed especially well. I’d have no problem in recommending them to anyone looking to deliver technology into their business.
Cheila Dos Santos
Head of Cyber Programme Delivery
Pathfinder demonstrated the ability to jump into just about anything, such as third-party assurance. They were proactive in identifying risks and issues and had a strong problem-solving ability to mitigate any potential threats. They are an asset to any organisation
Matthew Vaggers
Senior Legal Advisor
Pathfinder’s considerable knowledge, experience and pragmatism were invaluable. They adapted quickly to a complicated company group structure and drove the project forward in all aspects, liaising well with senior stakeholders, IT Teams, the Legal Team and the wider business alike to find sustainable and workable solutions to cross-group compliance needs.
Bruna Bonomi
IT Programme Director
Pathfinder conducted a GDPR compliance audit that was thorough and in-depth. They then backed that up with recommendations and a project plan that was both comprehensive and covered all the issues to hand. They were a pleasure to work with, and I’d recommend their services to other companies worried about GDPR compliance.
Paul Coomber
Head of IT and Security
We had the pleasure of working with Pathfinder during its engagement supporting BLME…bringing a strong combination of data protection expertise, sound judgement and a clear focus on what is practical in a regulated banking environment. They worked well with stakeholders, communicated clearly and brought a pragmatic style that helped move the work forward, including deliverables on data protection compliance for us, as well as their constructive input into the Bank’s AI Working Group on governance and policy matters.
Pathfinder is exactly the kind of consultancy you would want involved: collaborative and focused on delivering the right outcome.
Feedback From Our Clients
Achraf Husani
Head of Projects - International Distribution Compliance
Pathfinder worked with us for a year as Data Privacy consultants. We appreciated particularly their detailed expertise and advice on this matter, and also their organisational / project management skills. It was a real pleasure to work with them and would definitely recommend them if you need Data Privacy expertise.
Mark Child
Chief Executive
I have worked with Pathfinder on a number of projects. They are always a “go to” and incredibly reliable, knowledgeable and diligent. I’d have no hesitation recommending them to any organisation as a rare commodity in this market in terms of always wanting to do the best job possible and have never let me down. They always establish an effective rapport with clients and are well liked. We invariably receive positive feedback as to their contribution and engagement style. They have a “keen eye” for detail and the ability to clearly and concisely articulate what are often highly technical subject matters into language that is clearly understood.
Peter Wilson
Head of Asset Management
Pathfinder were great in being able to hit the ground running with what was a complex and safety-critical technology project. They also had a good work ethic, keeping us informed of progress along the way but also coming up with solutions to problems rather than just presenting problems and leaving it to us to solve. Installation and testing of the equipment across the estate was a thorny issue which I was relieved Pathfinder managed especially well. I’d have no problem in recommending them to anyone looking to deliver technology into their business.
Cheila Dos Santos
Head of Cyber Programme Delivery
Pathfinder demonstrated the ability to jump into just about anything, such as third-party assurance. They were proactive in identifying risks and issues and had a strong problem-solving ability to mitigate any potential threats. They are an asset to any organisation
Matthew Vaggers
Senior Legal Advisor
Pathfinder’s considerable knowledge, experience and pragmatism were invaluable. They adapted quickly to a complicated company group structure and drove the project forward in all aspects, liaising well with senior stakeholders, IT Teams, the Legal Team and the wider business alike to find sustainable and workable solutions to cross-group compliance needs.
Bruna Bonomi
IT Programme Director
Pathfinder conducted a GDPR compliance audit that was thorough and in-depth. They then backed that up with recommendations and a project plan that was both comprehensive and covered all the issues to hand. They were a pleasure to work with, and I’d recommend their services to other companies worried about GDPR compliance.
Paul Coomber
Head of IT and Security
We had the pleasure of working with Pathfinder during its engagement supporting BLME…bringing a strong combination of data protection expertise, sound judgement and a clear focus on what is practical in a regulated banking environment. They worked well with stakeholders, communicated clearly and brought a pragmatic style that helped move the work forward, including deliverables on data protection compliance for us, as well as their constructive input into the Bank’s AI Working Group on governance and policy matters.
Pathfinder is exactly the kind of consultancy you would want involved: collaborative and focused on delivering the right outcome.
How we work with you
Our approach is simple: we bring experience, a knowledge of common pitfalls and structure to ensure we deliver what you need with minimal disruption.
Milestones and responsibilities agreed from the start
We’re careful to include all stakeholders across diverse functions, clarify roles and responsibilities and create a project roadmap. You’ll always have a clear reference point for project progress, and for forecasting outcomes.
Personal progress updates with clear next actions
You won’t be left wondering what’s happening. We proactively provide updates, flagging any required business input or delivery bottlenecks, and suggest anticipatory corrective actions before they become project critical.
Delivery on time and to scope – even under pressure.
We have extensive experience of working to comply with strict regulatory deadlines and tight timescales. With clients who come from a wide range of sectors, we’re familiar with rapid delivery in complex settings.
Agile experience across a wide range of sectors
Whatever your sector, we tailor our approach to your specific needs. Each industry has its own challenges, and we’re known for flexing our extensive technical expertise to your project, whether in the UK or internationally.
Does Pathfinder have the depth of experience to handle our environment quickly?
Yes – we have over 20 years’ experience in IT, including Project Management, Data Protection (before anyone had even heard of GDPR!) and Cybersecurity, including knowledge of project governance (Agile/PRINCE2/MSP), security frameworks (Cyber Essentials, NIST CSF/800-53, ISO 27001 practices), and UK GDPR/DPA 2018 operations (ROPA and DPIAs).
I have a restricted budget - will costs creep?
We price for outcomes, not endless hours. We offer several service models such as Fixed-Fee deliverables, Retainers, T&M (with a not-to-exceed cap) or Day Rate for more open-ended requirements. We have a model to suit you, and champion transparent costing.
Will you fit around our teams and avoid lock-in?
Unlike some other consultancies, we don’t “land and expand”. We integrate with your in-house IT provider, programme managers, legal counsel and anyone else we need to work with. We work to any internal standards you have and as soon as we’ve delivered our work, we’ll give you a handover pack and any training needed.
Do you provide Cybersecurity and Data Protection advice as part of project delivery?
Yes – our experience includes GDPR, DORA, NIST and other regulatory frameworks. We always identify cyber risks and build data protection compliance into the project plan so that security is not an afterthought.
