Focus Group Reviews 3,050

TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.1

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Considering 382 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Many customers consistently praise the staff for their helpfulness and professionalism, often highlighting individuals who went above and beyond to ensure timely configurations and smooth transitions. People appreciate the efficiency and expertise of the team, especially during training sessions where explanations were clear, detailed, and tailored to their needs. The overall user experience is described as seamless and professional, with many noting the excellent support and quick resolution of issues. However, some people were dissatisfied with the service, citing disorganization, slow processes, and the need for constant follow-ups. A few other people also felt that communication was poor, experiencing difficulties in contacting anyone and receiving incorrect information or bills. There were also instances where customers reported issues with additional services or new systems failing to work correctly from the start.

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Staff

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Service

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Customer service

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I have been working with Focus to upgrade our information eco-system- making better use of Microsoft products and migrating datasets over from Datto Workplace to Sharepoint and OneDrive. Most of my s... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hellenic Bookservice (Bookshop NW5) contacted James Foster at Focus, looking to get better value from our monthly telephone bill. With business being so challenging right now, I was tasked with attemp... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This five-star review is for Gary Mills specifically. My experience with Focus Group as a company has been mixed. As a whole, I’d probably rate them somewhere around two to three stars, as... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have been with Focus for a number of years and always appreciated their efficiency and professionalism. Recently we have worked with Steven Fox and Luke Fenton who both have went above and beyon... See more

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Company details

  1. Business to Business Service
  2. Business Services
  3. Computer Consultant
  4. Energy Supplier
  5. Phone and Internet Service
  6. Telecommunications Service Provider

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Established in 2003, Focus Group is proud to be one of the UK’s leading independent providers of essential business technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions across telecoms, connectivity, IT, networking, mobile and energy — all under one roof, with a single point of contact and one simple bill. Whether you're an SME, a global enterprise, or part of the public or third sector, we take the time to understand your unique needs and deliver tailored technology solutions that work for you. Our teams are experts in their fields - passionate about delivering the right outcomes and committed to ensuring your operations run smoothly. From keeping your phone systems performing at their best, to optimising your IT, securing your data, and keeping your teams connected, we're here to support you - every step of the way. So you can focus on what matters most: growing your business.


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4.1

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good work

Very good work

April 19, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning,

Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear you had a positive experience.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

So bad you have to laugh

So bad, you have to laugh…

My business phone line was down for an entire month. Not a day. Not a week. A full month. Impressive, really.

Naturally, I then received the invoice… in full. Apparently, the idea of a phone line is chargeable now.

I left a Trustpilot review and was told to call Emily to discuss. I did. Emily was busy and promised a call back. I’m still waiting—perhaps it’s coming via carrier pigeon.

I then submitted a formal complaint, checked they had received it (they had), and was told I’d get a response within 10 days.

That was optimistic.

No reply. No follow-up. Nothing.

If you’re looking for a company that charges you for services they don’t provide and then disappears when you ask about it… look no further.

Otherwise, I’d strongly suggest staying well away.

March 24, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are genuinely sorry to hear about your phone line being down for a month and the subsequent billing and communication issues you've experienced.

This is clearly not acceptable, and we apologise that you were charged in full for a service that wasn't working. Could you please contact us directly at customerservice@focusgroup.co.uk with your account details and the reference number TP180426 so we can prioritise your case and work towards a resolution?

We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and sincerely apologise for the frustration this has caused.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Business Upgrade to Cloud

Adam Hamilton was very informative in the training session we had regarding our new Cloud upgrade. Being quite a small business, we won't have the need to use it to capacity, but what we will use, Adams insight was very useful. Thank you.

April 16, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning Steve,

Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear that Adam provided such informative training on your new Cloud upgrade and that his insight was useful for your business needs.

We'll be sure to pass your comments on to Adam.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clear and practical training session

Adam Hamilton ran a really clear and useful session that was easy to follow and relevant to how we’ll actually use the system.
He answered questions as we went and made sure I was confident with the key features by the end.

April 17, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning Javier,

Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear that Adam ran such a clear and useful session and ensured you felt confident with the key features.

We'll be sure to pass your comments on to Adam.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jamie Bonner has been super helpful…

Jamie Bonner has been super helpful with regards to our office move. He has gone above and beyond to help make sure we have the correct broadband set up for our new office. He has been very patient with me, especially considering I am not technically minded. He explained everything clearly and I am confident that we have been given the best broadband option we could have.

April 10, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning Tracy,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that Jamie has been so helpful with your office move and has gone above and beyond to ensure you have the correct broadband setup.

We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Jamie - he'll really appreciate it.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

8 weeks wait! and counting!

I signed up for internet and phone services over 8 weeks ago, and the installation is still not complete.

At the time of signing, I was assured everything would be up and running within 10 days, especially as I signed with a manager present. That promise has been completely missed.

Since then, the experience has been extremely frustrating:
- The first installation appointment was a no-show
- The second was marked as “no one available,” which is simply not true — I am the owner of a café that opens at 8am, and I was there myself from 7am that day

The installation date has now been moved multiple times, and after countless calls, no one seems to know what is going on or take responsibility.

What’s most disappointing is the lack of care from both the sales representative and the so-called project manager, who have shown little urgency or accountability throughout this process.

This delay is not just inconvenient — it is actively affecting my business.

Overall, a very poor experience so far.

April 15, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning Bill,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are genuinely sorry to hear about the delays and frustration you've experienced with your internet and phone installation over the past 8 weeks.

This is clearly not acceptable, and we apologise for the missed appointments, and lack of communication from our team. We have fed your feedback back to the relevant managers, and your case will be escalated as a priority to ensure your installation is completed as quickly as possible.

If you have any immediate concerns or would like to discuss this directly, please contact us at customerservice@focusgroup.co.uk with your account details.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent!

The training call was excellent - clear, informative, professional and friendly.

April 16, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning Nicola,

Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that the training session was excellent. If you have any further queries, our team are always happy to help!

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The training was instructive and…

The training was instructive and efficient. It covered everything that I needed to know.

March 18, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning,

Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear that the training was instructive and efficient, and covered everything you needed to know.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Telephone System Upgrade

We upgraded our telephone system and needed a full tutorial from a member of the team. Robbie Holland was excellent and had the patience of a saint, as this 62 year old dinosaur was asking question after question.

April 7, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning Danny,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that Robbie provided such an excellent tutorial and was so patient in answering all your questions.

We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Robbie - he'll really appreciate it!

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Robbie was exceptional and gave me a…

Robbie was exceptional and gave me a detailed overview of the system and clearly had a great knowledge of the product!

March 9, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good afternoon Mike,

Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that Robbie provided such an exceptional and detailed overview of the system.

We'll be sure to pass your comments on to Robbie.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New phones introduction training session

Very informative. Thanks to Adam Hamilton for the training session.

April 10, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good afternoon Liam,

Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear that Adam provided such an informative training session.

We'll be sure to pass your comments on to Adam.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Robbie (Holland) was a really good…

Robbie (Holland) was a really good instructor. Taking time to explain everything in a way that even some as terrified of technology as myself could understand. The training was very necessary & very relevant, helping me to understand everything about the system, its administration, functions and its wider capabilities.

March 20, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good afternoon,

Thank you so much for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that Robbie took the time to explain everything in a way that made you feel comfortable and confident with the system.

It's great to know the training covered the administration, functions and wider capabilities so thoroughly. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Robbie.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Training session with Robbie Holland

Had a training session with Robbie Holland on the new telephone system. If was very informative, Robbie was very professional and knowledgeable and taylored the training to our organisations specific requirements.

March 17, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good afternoon Sarah,

Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear that Robbie provided such an informative and professional training session, tailored specifically to your organisation's requirements.

We'll be sure to pass your comments on to Robbie.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you Robbie Holland

We’ve been clients for a long time, although I’m personally quite new to the system. I recently requested a training session to help me get to grips with it, and this was delivered by Robbie Holland. I was genuinely blown away by how knowledgeable, patient, and helpful he was.
Robbie took the time to work through all of my questions, while also correcting and configuring the system exactly how we wanted it. This would have taken me a huge amount of time to figure out on my own with my limited experience, yet Robbie extended the session, implemented the changes himself, and talked me through everything clearly as he went. He also ensured parts of the setup were future‑proofed, which was greatly appreciated.
As a result, when a colleague recently requested a change, I was able to access the system confidently and make the updates quickly myself.
For transparency, we have been reviewing the systems we use across the business. However, following this interaction with Robbie, we feel far more confident and satisfied with the service available to us, knowing we are in such capable and supportive hands.

March 26, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good afternoon Kurt,

Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Robbie provided such an outstanding training session and made such a positive impression.

Your comments about feeling more confident and satisfied with our service following this experience mean a great deal to us, especially given your broader system review. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Robbie - he'll really appreciate it.

Thank you again for your continued trust in Focus Group!

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1-1 training

The 1-1 training I received from Robbie Holland was great. I had a list of questions prepared prior to the teams call and Robbie answered them all. Worth working with the system a few days prior to the training to know what question to ask.

March 19, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good afternoon Dave,

Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear that Robbie provided such great 1-1 training and was able to answer all your questions.

Your tip about working with the system beforehand to identify questions is really helpful advice for other customers. We'll be sure to pass your comments on to Robbie.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The online training from Robbie was excellent

The online training from Robbie was excellent. Very clear and explained each process at a speed I could understand and follow. He also paused at key points for any questions I had. The training was about 45mins which was perfect, covered everything without dragging on.

March 11, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good afternoon Wayne,

Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that Robbie provided such excellent online training at a pace that worked well for you.

It's great to know he paused for questions at key points and that the 45-minute session covered everything without feeling too long. We'll be sure to pass your comments on to Robbie.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Training Session with Robbie Holland

Our recent training session with Focus Group, led by Robbie Holland, was highly informative and well-structured. Robbie delivered a clear, step-by-step walkthrough of the system.

The session was paced appropriately, allowing time for questions and clarification where needed. Robbie communicated each stage in a straightforward manner. His approach helped to build confidence in using the platform and ensured that key features and processes were thoroughly covered.

Overall, the training was engaging, professional, and effective. It has provided a solid foundation for us to begin using the system more efficiently, and we feel better equipped moving forward.

March 19, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good afternoon Alex,

Thank you so much for your detailed feedback! We're delighted to hear that Robbie delivered such an informative and well-structured training session for you.

It's great to know the pacing worked well, allowing time for questions and clarification, and that his clear approach has helped build your confidence in using the platform. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Robbie.

Thank you again for choosing Focus Group!

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From Training to Live Use – Completely Seamless

The training which Robbie Holland provided was incredibly helpful and informative, making what could have been a complex transition feel straightforward and well supported. Everything was explained clearly and in a practical way, which meant we were able to quickly get to grips with the system.

Since going live, we’ve been able to navigate the phone system with ease and confidence, with no issues or complications at all. It’s made a real difference to our day-to-day workflow, and the system has been running smoothly from the outset.

Overall, a really positive experience and we feel much more confident using the platform thanks to the quality of the training provided.

March 10, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good afternoon,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such wonderful feedback. It's fantastic to know that Robbie's training made what could have been a complex transition feel straightforward and well supported.

We're really proud of the quality of training our team delivers, and it's great to hear this reflected in your experience going live with the phone system.

If you ever need any further support or guidance, please don't hesitate to get in touch, we're always here to help.

Kind regards,
Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful & Friendly - Adam Hamilton

Adam Hamilton helped me today - he was friendly and explained things in a way which was easy to understand. Very helpful!

April 9, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning Gillian,

Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear that Adam was so friendly and helpful, and that he explained everything in an easy-to-understand way.

We'll be sure to pass your comments on to Adam.

Kind Regards,
Louise

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst company ever DO NOT USE FOR BUSINESS

Why one star I would not give them that
6 weeks ago they put a digital phone system and internet in our offices from day 1 they have never worked right six weeks later there in the bin waiting for the refuge collection and we’re looking at another company coming in who know what there doing. Phone call after phone call pushed from this person to that person people pretending to be managers but just people on the phones 🤦‍♂️ employ this company at your peril not interested in you or your lost business. Well they won’t be getting any money from me, bring on the solicitors

April 9, 2026
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Reply from Focus Group

Good morning Bruce,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are genuinely sorry to hear about the problems you've experienced with your phone system and internet, and the frustration caused by not receiving the support you needed to resolve these issues.

We would like to investigate this matter urgently. Could you please contact us directly at customerservice@focusgroup.co.uk with your account details so senior management can review what happened and work towards a resolution?

We appreciate you bringing this to our attention.

Kind Regards,
Louise

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