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South Wales Argus
23-07-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
de Novo Solutions founder Mark Sweeny on company's rise
Mark Sweeny, founder and chief executive of de Novo Solutions, recently told the Argus about the company's remarkable rise. Ranked eighth in the Sunday Times 100 Fastest-Growing Companies and crowned Wales's fastest-growing business, de Novo's trajectory is more than just impressive growth. It's a signal that something important is happening in Wales. 'It's a massive achievement,' said Mark. 'Ranking in the top 10 nationally is one thing, but to do so from our base in South Wales shows the strength of the region. There were seven Welsh firms recognised, which proves we're no longer just a footnote in the tech landscape, we're a force with global reach.' Mark credits de Novo's rise to a blend of experience, bold thinking, and a deliberate Welsh foundation. Having previously built and sold a successful tech firm, he used that knowledge to shape de Novo's culture: results-driven, yes, but also about how the business shows up. 'It's the way you conduct yourself that matters,' he said. 'We aim to be positively disruptive. Success here doesn't just help us, it gives Wales a louder voice in the UK tech market.' That voice has been backed by major wins. de Novo's public sector work began with the Office for National Statistics and now includes the Cabinet Office, HM Treasury, and the Ministry of Justice. Recent contracts with Kent and Swansea Councils show the breadth and depth of impact. At its heart, de Novo delivers tailored Industry Cloud Solutions using Oracle and ServiceNow, powerful platforms wrapped in a managed services model focused on long-term value, not just reactive support. Basing the company in Wales was a conscious decision. 'It's in our DNA,' Mark said. 'Being here lets us be a big fish in a small pond, but one with global reach.' Wales also offered access to the Welsh Government's apprenticeship schemes, enabling de Novo to build a sustainable talent pipeline while addressing the UK's wider digital skills crisis. Mark's vision goes further. 'I want Wales to be recognised globally as a tech leader. We've got valleys, so why not our own Silicon Valley?' He points to the existing strengths: semiconductor hubs, AI-ready data centres, and vibrant Fintech startups. While attracting venture capital remains challenging, consistent success will draw investment. 'Wales punches above its weight,' he said. 'It's got talent, ambition, and a collaborative spirit that other regions envy.' de Novo's next chapter includes expanding operations in Chennai, India, boosting capacity and agility for global clients. At home, the company is venturing into Business Process Outsourcing services for areas like payroll, leveraging its cloud-based technology developed in Langstone. Mark sees Welsh tech as more than just infrastructure, it's about people. 'We've got a talent pool that's just waiting for opportunities,' he said. 'But we need to do more to promote those paths. The Welsh Government's apprenticeship schemes are great, but young people often don't even know they exist.' He's passionate about preparing the next generation with real-world skills. Through de Novo's 'New Gen' programme, apprentices and graduates learn not just tech, but personal finance, presentation skills, and leadership. 'We're shaping rounded professionals, ready to thrive,' he said. Events like Wales Tech Week help spark interest, but Mark believes systemic change is needed. 'The school curriculum needs a serious overhaul. We have to teach what's useful in today's economy.' Asked what drives him, Mark didn't hesitate: 'I live by 'go big or go home.' Let the dragon roar.'
Business News Wales
08-07-2025
- Automotive
- Business News Wales
de Novo Solutions Sponsors Rising Formula 4 Star Daniella Sutton
Digital transformation company de Novo Solutions is sponsoring 16-year-old Daniella Sutton for the 2025 motorsport season. Daniella is the 2024 BRSCC Inaugural Scholarship Champion. She is one of the small but growing 4% of women competing at motorsport's highest levels, and she is also managing Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. Daniella discovered her passion for motorsport at six years old through go-karting, earned her motorsports licence, and rapidly ascended the ranks, excelling in the Daniel Ricciardo Championship UK and the Total Karting Zero UK North Championship before clinching the prestigious BRSCC Inaugural Scholarship Championship. Mark Sweeny, Founder and Chief Executive of de Novo Solutions, said: 'When I founded de Novo, it was always a core principle that we would nurture young and aspiring talent, Daniella embodies everything we value: precision, innovation, and the determination to turn challenges into success. Her data-driven approach to racing, her ability to perform under pressure, and her resilience in overcoming personal challenges mirror exactly the kind of mindset we foster within our own team and the cutting-edge digital solutions we deliver to our clients. Following the success of our key strategic partners Oracle and ServiceNow involvement in F1, we're excited to get involved at the grassroots level with someone who has real championship potential.' Daniella added: 'What drew me to de Novo is how closely our values align. They understand that success comes from precision, data-driven decisions, and never giving up – exactly what it takes in motorsport. As someone who's had to overcome challenges and push boundaries in a male-dominated sport, having a sponsor who champions innovation and believes in breaking traditional barriers is incredibly meaningful. I am delighted to be working with de Novo and excited for our partnership to develop.' Founded in 2021, de Novo utilises Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow technologies to deliver value-focused digital transformation services to public and private sector organisations.
South Wales Argus
27-06-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
De Novo Solutions in Newport named fastest growing in Wales
The Gwent company has taken top spot among Welsh companies by The Sunday Times 100, ranking 8th overall in the UK for fastest-growing private firms. De Novo Solutions, which has its headquarters in Langstone, has been recognised as Wales's fastest-growing private company. The astonishing rise of de Novo has seen an incredible 187% compound annual growth over the last three years, reaching £9.8 million in sales the year to May 2025. The Sunday Times 100 list, which is released online today and will be featured in print this weekend, ranks the UK's leading entrepreneurial businesses outside the tech product space. To qualify, companies must be headquartered in UK, be privately owned and have achieved sales of over £5million in the last year. Founded four years ago by experienced entrepreneurs Mark Sweeeny and Tim Warner, de Novo Solutions has rapidly made a name for itself in the field of digital transformation, working with both the public and private sectors. Its client list includes major government departments such as the Ministry of Justice, high-profile commercial names like ITV and Ofgem. The company's success stems from its focus on cloud-based solutions using Oracle and ServiceNow platforms, along with its own proprietary services such as Odyssea, a cloud solution for finance and HR and Value as Service (VaaS), a next generation managed service offering. Mark Sweeny, de Novo's CEO, said: 'To be recognised just four years in is phenomenal. We're building something special here in Gwent – combining innovation with sustainable growth and a strong team culture. It's a real celebration of what's possible in South Wales.' The firm currently employs 115 staff and is expanding internationally, opening a new office in India this year. With continued investment in its services and personnel, de Novo aims to grow further south Wales's role as a flourishing hub for digital excellence. The full Sunday Times 1oo list can be found at:
