Where It Began
Akhter Computers
We design and assemble high-performance hardware from personal computers and notebooks to file servers and storage systems, along side delivering custom hardware and software solutions, product development, project and network management, consultancy, and installation and maintenance. Our end-to-end capability ensures reliable, tailored solutions for every customer.
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Supporting Modern Organisations
Today’s organisations must balance cost control, security, and compliance while remaining agile and productive.
By partnering with Akhter, customers can:
Based in Harlow, Essex, Akhter supports local and international clients across the public and private sectors, delivering dependable technology solutions for complex and regulated environments.
Based In
To work closely with customers to deliver tailored ICT solutions that meet specific business needs.
At Akhter, we build strong partnerships by understanding our clients’ needs and providing strategic guidance to maximise IT investment and value.
We stay at the forefront of technology through continuous investment in R&D, delivering innovative solutions and customer-focused product development.
Our History
Over four decades of innovation, reliability, and customer-focused engineering, delivering trusted technology solutions that stand the test of time.
1979
Akhter Computers is founded by Professor Humayun Mughal, laying the foundations for a UK-based technology and manufacturing business focused on innovation and long-term partnerships.
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Development of disk drive subsystems for BBC computers, contributing to the technology used in schools across the UK.
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Akhter secures its first order from the Royal Air Force (RAF). By supplying additional components at no cost to ensure project success, Akhter demonstrates a customer-first approach and is subsequently sponsored to become a Prime Supplier to the RAF.
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Manufacture of the first Akhter-branded personal computers at the Harlow facility, followed by major contracts with the Open University and the RAF, including a £1.2 million RAF contract. During this period, the business restructures and expands operations with new facilities in Burnley and Basingstoke.
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Akhter is awarded its first major contract with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), strengthening its position as a trusted supplier to central government.
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The development of the CADDI removable hard disk drive sub-system was a significant product innovation, with over 38,000 units soldacross the defence, education, and commercial sectors.
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Akhter expands into education, healthcare, law enforcement, corporate, and OEM sectors, building on its defence and public sector expertise to serve a broader customer base.
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We partner with you to deliver reliable, secure and efficient IT support so you can focus on what matters most, growing your business.
Our flexible managed IT support services help you:
Stay aligned with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
IT solutions tailored to help you meet your business goals.
Proactive support that minimises downtime and control costs.
Optimise systems and processes for maximum efficiency.
Safeguard your technology investments and important data.
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All services are monitored and managed according to industry best practices, with certifications in:
Akhter is dedicated to innovation, quality, and customer success, speak with our experts today to discover the right IT solutions for planning, implementation, and ongoing management across your organisation.
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