New acquisition for CACI to strengthen data migration capability

CACI Limited, a leading data and technology solutions company, has acquired Datalynx Limited (“Datalynx”).

Datalynx provides specialist data and cloud migration services in mission-critical environments to government clients, including the Home Office. Tracy Weir, CEO of CACI in the UK comments:

“We’re delighted to welcome Datalynx and their exceptionally talented leadership and team to our business. Their important position in the Home Office, particularly with the Police, is a testament to both their capability and calibre. We have common core values and a shared culture – a collaborative way of working, a focus on solving real-world problems and a passion for deploying the best and most secure data solutions for our clients. Fred and his team are a perfect fit and an important addition to our Government and Public Sector business.”

Fred Keeling, Managing Director of Datalynx adds:

“Joining forces with CACI gives us more power, resources and support to provide scalable, adaptive solutions to organisations of national importance. We’re excited about the potential for growth, innovation and to deepen our reputation, under the CACI banner, of delivering industry-leading data and cloud migration services in highly secure environments that work for the safety, security and prosperity of the UK.”

About CACI Limited

CACI Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of CACI International Inc. Headquartered in London with offices around the UK, Europe, and India, we support government and commercial customers in transforming their businesses by bringing together the power of people, data, and technology. With over 1,600 employees, we are passionate, progressive, and welcome a challenge. Our purpose is to use our specialist skills, technology and data-driven insight to provide expert solutions that truly deliver for our customers.

www.caci.co.uk

About Datalynx

Datalynx is one of the UK’s leading independent data management specialists, with a comprehensive service offer in data migration – from planning through to build, test and compliance. Originally founded by Charlie Spinks in 2002, Datalynx has established excellent processes and frameworks to provide its high profile customers with a service which is secure, efficient and consistent. As a collaborative team from a diverse range of backgrounds Datalynx keeps the values of honesty, integrity, trust and value at the heart of our delivery proposition.  

www.datalynx.net

Cloud innovation trends: Why optimisation must come first

In the race to modernise, many businesses make a critical mistake: innovating before optimising their cloud infrastructure. It’s an easy trap to fall into – new technologies promise speed, agility and competitive advantage. However, without a solid foundation, those promises can quickly unravel.

So, what difference will optimisation make to cloud innovation? How do complex hybrid environments affect optimisation and what are the repercussions of innovating too soon?

Why optimisation should come first

Cloud optimisation isn’t just a technical exercise – it’s a strategic imperative. Before you invest in AI-driven tools, advanced analytics or multi-cloud deployments, you need to ensure your existing environment is efficient, secure and cost-effective. Otherwise, innovation becomes a gamble rather than a growth driver.

How the complexity of hybrid environments affects optimisation

Modern IT landscapes are rarely simple. Most organisations operate in hybrid environments, combining:

• Cloud-native workloads
• Semi-native applications
• Containerised services
• Legacy systems migrated via IaaS.

This mix introduces complexity that can quietly erode ROI and performance. Without optimisation, you risk inefficiencies that undermine every future initiative.

Common pitfalls of innovating too soon

When businesses rush to innovate without first optimising, they often encounter:

Duplicated workloads

Hybrid setups frequently lead to duplication of environments or services, especially when containerised and legacy systems overlap with cloud-native tools. This consumes bandwidth and burdens IT and DevOps teams with managing multiple versions of the same workload.

Latency issues

Poor workload distribution across cloud environments increases latency, slowing response times and masking compliance or security issues. For customer-facing applications, this can directly impact user experience and brand reputation.

Security saps

Unoptimised containerised and legacy workloads are vulnerable to governance and compliance risks. Differences in data storage and flow between environments complicate tracking, while unresolved legacy issues can carry over post-migration.

Mounting costs

With up to 30% of cloud spend wasted, inefficiencies inflate monitoring and security costs, draining budgets that could fund innovation.

Why this matters now

Cloud strategies are under pressure to deliver more – faster, cheaper and greener. Without optimisation, businesses risk inefficiency, higher costs and vulnerabilities that stall progress. In an industry where every second counts, building on shaky ground isn’t just risky, it’s expensive.

How to get started

Before chasing the next big trend in cloud innovation, take time to:

• Audit your current architecture: Maintain visibility by understand what’s running, where and why.
• Identify duplicated workloads and inefficiencies: Determine whether any services or resources are the cause behind draining budgets.
• Align resources with business priorities: Ensure any spending on cloud innovation drives value for the business.
• Implement governance and security best practices: Establishing best practices early on will ensure that innovation is scaled effectively.

This foundation ensures innovation is sustainable, not just a short-term fix.

The CACI approach: Building a cloud that enables innovation

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