Key Points
- Ten10 Solutions and The Scale Factory have merged to form Scale Factory, a UK AI enablement consultancy, as announced on 8 June 2026
- The new brand and website launched at scalefactory.com on the same day the merger was announced
- Scale Factory covers quality engineering, cloud, data, agentic automation, and next-generation capability delivered entirely by on-shore UK-based teams
- The combined business holds AWS Advanced Consulting Partner status and is ISO 27001 certified
- Scale Factory has delivered over 3,500 projects for some of the UK’s most complex organisations
- The Scale Factory was originally acquired by Ten10 in November 2024, adding more than 20 staff to Ten10’s London headcount
- Jon Topper, Founder and CEO at The Scale Factory, stated the acquisition was “a natural fit for both organisations”
- Richard Frodin, CEO of Ten10, said the acquisition was “an important milestone in Ten10’s strategic plan to expand our capabilities and extend our reach in the cloud computing market”
- Deborah Biscomb serves as Head of Marketing at Scale Factory, with contact email deborah.biscomb@scalefactory.com
- Giri Fox holds the position of CRO (Chief Revenue Officer) at Ten10 and the Scale Factory, overseeing a 400+ person technology consultancy
- The consultancy specialises in AI-centric Quality Engineering, Software Testing, Cloud, DevOps, and automation
- The merged entity offers expanded services for B2B SaaS companies looking to scale
The combined business holds AWS Advanced Consulting Partner status and ISO 27001 certification, having delivered over 3,500 projects for some of the UK’s most complex organisations throughout its history. This merger represents the evolution of an acquisition completed in November 2024, when Ten10 first acquired The Scale Factory, adding more than 20 staff to Ten10’s London headcount and strengthening its position as a market leader in cloud, DevOps, and automation professional services.
What Exactly Is Scale Factory and How Was It Formed?
Scale Factory is a UK AI enablement consultancy formed by the merger of Ten10 and The Scale Factory, according to the official announcement released through GLOBE NEWSWIRE on 8 June 2026. The business covers quality engineering, cloud, data, agentic automation, and next-generation capability, with all delivery carried out by on-shore UK teams, emphasising the consultancy’s commitment to British-based expertise.
The foundation for this merger was laid in November 2024, when IT consulting and talent development firm Ten10 completed a deal to acquire The Scale Factory, as reported by Consultancy.uk. The AWS advanced consulting partner added more than 20 staff to Ten10’s headcount in London, bringing deep Amazon Web Services expertise and a proven track record of delivering well-architected AWS migrations, modernisations and solutions.
Why Did Ten10 and The Scale Factory Choose to Merge?
As reported by LinkedIn in an official post from The Scale Factory, Jon Topper, Founder and CEO at The Scale Factory, stated: “I’m proud of our achievement in building an award-winning AWS consulting practice, with an extremely strong reputation in the UK SaaS market. Becoming part of the Ten10 group will unlock growth opportunities that were not available to us previously and we’re excited to get started on this new chapter”.
Richard Frodin, CEO of Ten10, explained the strategic rationale: “This acquisition is an important milestone in Ten10’s strategic plan to expand our capabilities and extend our reach in the cloud computing market. The Scale Factory’s innovative technology and talented team will complement our existing strengths, allow us to deliver even more value to our customers, and enhance our ability to develop the next generation of tech talent through our Academy”.
According to Consultancy.uk, Topper described the acquisition as “a natural fit for both organisations” which will provide “clear benefits” to customers while extending the reach and capability of Ten10.
What Services Does the New Consultancy Offer?
The combined business covers quality engineering, cloud, data, agentic automation, and next-generation capability, delivered entirely on-shore by UK-based teams, as stated in the official GLOBE NEWSWIRE announcement. This represents a comprehensive portfolio combining The Scale Factory’s deep Amazon Web Services (AWS) expertise with Ten10’s expertise in Automation, Quality Engineering, and Cloud and DevOps.
Together, the merged entity offers a broad AWS Advanced partnership that includes SaaS Consulting, Migration and Modernization Consulting Competency alongside Well-Architected, Public Sector and Solutions Provider Partner programs. The unified Cloud Consulting team brings over 70 AWS Certifications, Hashicorp, Kubernetes, Serverless and AI engineering capabilities.
The consultancy also provides expanded services for B2B SaaS companies looking to scale, addressing a critical market segment in the UK technology ecosystem.
How Does Scale Factory Support UK AI Development?
Scale Factory specialises in AI-centric Quality Engineering, Software Testing, Cloud, DevOps and automation, according to Giri Fox’s LinkedIn profile, where he serves as Chief Revenue Officer of the 400+ person technology consultancy. The enhanced Academy capability in the Cloud, DevOps, Platform Engineering and SRE space enables the company to develop the next generation of tech talent, selected and developed to provide the best combination of aptitude, relevance and cultural fit.
The Ten10 Tech Academy, which develops the next generation of high calibre, diverse technology talent, remains integral to the organisation’s mission following the merger. This commitment to talent development aligns with broader UK initiatives to strengthen AI capabilities through strategic partnerships and workforce reskilling.
Who Are the Key People Leading Scale Factory?
Jon Topper serves as Founder and CEO at The Scale Factory and joined Ten10 Group following the acquisition, bringing his leadership of the award-winning AWS consulting practice. Richard Frodin serves as CEO of Ten10, overseeing the strategic expansion that led to the Scale Factory formation.
Jemma Bolland, Mike Mead, and The Scale Factory’s talented team all joined Ten10 Group as part of the acquisition deal completed in November 2024. Giri Fox holds the position of CRO (Chief Revenue Officer) at Ten10 and the Scale Factory, managing business operations for the 400+ person technology consultancy.
Deborah Biscomb serves as Head of Marketing at Scale Factory, with the media contact email deborah.biscomb@scalefactory.com for press inquiries. Champion Communications handles media relations, with the contact email Ten10@championcomms.com.
What Technical Credentials Does Scale Factory Hold?
Scale Factory holds AWS Advanced Consulting Partner status, as confirmed in the official announcement. The company is also ISO 27001 certified, demonstrating compliance with international information security management standards.
The Scale Factory was originally an AWS Advanced Consulting Partner specialising in B2B SaaS, as well as infrastructure improvements, migrations and support, according to Consultancy.uk’s coverage of the 2024 acquisition. This expertise enabled Ten10 to accelerate its growth strategy and solidify its position as a market leader in cloud, DevOps, and automation professional services.
The unified Cloud Consulting team brings over 70 AWS Certifications across the organisation, representing significant technical expertise in cloud infrastructure.
How Many Projects Has Scale Factory Delivered?
Scale Factory has delivered over 3,500 projects for some of the UK’s most complex organisations, according to the official company description released on 8 June 2026. This extensive project portfolio demonstrates the consultancy’s experience across multiple market sectors and complex organisational environments.
With over 20 staff, The Scale Factory was a London-headquartered cloud infrastructure consultancy, with professionals working to deliver solutions for businesses of all sizes across a range of market sectors prior to the acquisition. The merged entity now operates as a 400+ person technology consultancy, significantly expanding its delivery capacity.
Where Can Stakeholders Access Scale Factory Information?
The new brand and website go live on 8 June 2026 at scalefactory.com, providing a central hub for information about the consultancy’s services, capabilities, and team. The company’s “Our Thinking” section features blogs, client stories, events, podcasts, webinars and whitepapers exploring Scale Factory’s latest insights and resources.
The “Who We Are” section on the website explains the company’s mission, people, and how they help businesses build with cloud, AI and automation, engineering AI-first excellence into business operations. LinkedIn maintains an official company page for Scale Factory (formerly Ten10), providing updates on the organisation’s activities and developments.
What Does This Merger Mean for UK Tech Sector?
The merger represents a significant consolidation in the UK technology consultancy sector, combining two established players with complementary expertise in cloud infrastructure and AI enablement. The formation of a 400+ person technology consultancy specialising in AI-centric services signals growing demand for AI enablement capabilities across UK organisations.
The commitment to delivering all services entirely on-shore by UK-based teams reinforces the importance of domestic expertise in the growing AI market, distinguishing Scale Factory from competitors who may rely on offshore delivery models.
For organisations seeking to enhance their Cloud, DevOps, and Platform Engineering capabilities while building AI-first excellence, Scale Factory offers the combined expertise of both predecessor organisations, enabling businesses to navigate the complex transition to AI-enabled operations with trusted UK-based support.
Media contacts remain available through Champion Communications at Ten10@championcomms.com and Deborah Biscomb at deborah.biscomb@scalefactory.com for further inquiries about the merger and Scale Factory’s services.