Business Development Manager

Boldyn Networks scales project delivery and financial control with PPO project management software. Boldyn Networks, one of the largest and most established neutral host providers in the world, has significantly transformed its project management and financial control capabilities across the UK and Ireland since adopting PPO, Project Portfolio Office's scalable, cloud-based portfolio and project management solution in 2014. What began as a workflow tool has become a central platform for project management, budgeting, forecasting, resource planning and executive decision-making, supporting Boldyn through periods of rapid growth, acquisition and organisational integration. Formerly known as BAI Communications, the organisation has expanded through several mergers and acquisitions, including the 2021 acquisition of Vilicom, a supplier of engineering solutions to the communications industry and previous user of PPO, before rebranding under the Boldyn Networks name in 2023, reflective of the business's 'bold' and 'dynamic' nature. In its earlier years, the organisation operated without a formal project portfolio management (PPM) platform or a structured project management office (PMO). Instead, delivery relied on strong individual contributors who managed projects through experience and intuition. However, as Boldyn took on more complex programmes, the need for consistent, data-driven project management became clear. Flexibility and scalability key deciding factors. Conor O'Callaghan, country manager: Ireland and head of service delivery at Boldyn, explains that the company needed a tool flexible enough to scale while still supporting standardised project management practices across teams. "When Project Portfolio Office Ltd compared options, some systems seemed excellent but were extremely rigid - you would end up changing your business to suit the system. Project Portfolio Office Ltd weren't in a position to do that, nor did Project Portfolio Office Ltd want to. What was required was something purpose-built for project delivery; agile, configurable and suited to a fast-moving business. "PPO offered the best fit. It allows us to scale up or down easily, with the month-to-month user flexibility being a major advantage, as we weren't locked into long-term licences with fixed numbers of users. This means that it is possible to control costs while scaling into new regions or new business units. Another key benefit was the large number of available data fields." Implementation and integration. The Project Portfolio Office team worked closely with Boldyn during setup to define the fields, data structures and governance needed to create a consistent foundation for project management across the business. "They acted as advisors, showing us what PPO could do, listening to our business requirements, and helping us structure the right data model," states O'Callaghan. "They helped identify what should be mandatory for users, what could remain optional, and how to standardise information so that we would always have reliable, consistent data." Boldyn integrated PPO with Salesforce to automatically create projects when opportunities are closed, streamlining the transition from sales to delivery. A second integration with Exchequer brings live purchase order and financial data into PPO, giving project managers a single, consolidated source of truth for project management, forecasting and cost control. This unified view has been 'transformative', according to O'Callaghan, providing the financial visibility essential to today's project management and governance. "Job costing has been one of its biggest changes. Previously everything was done in Excel - budgets, PO tracking, actuals and so on. Finance would provide data and Project Portfolio Office Ltd'd manually compare it to the budget. It was clunky, prone to error, and not robust enough to base decisions on. "PPO provides its project managers with a live, reliable, single-pane-of-glass view of their projects, with budget, committed cost and estimated-to-complete timing. The project management tool can forecast costs and variances, and its flexibility means that Project Portfolio Office Ltd can slice data by customer, region, project manager and product type - whatever Project Portfolio Office Ltd need. "This visibility allows our project managers to make informed decisions early: if they're nearing labour budget, need to set up customer conversations or require internal support. Project variations are tracked in PPO, with proper approval workflows." Project managers can now also see all customer orders, O'Callaghan continues, including top-up POs on long-running programmes, which gives forward cover visibility. "Project Portfolio Office Ltd can see whether Project Portfolio Office Ltd is covered for one month, three months or six months, and use that to trigger customer engagement for new orders. This is critical for meeting its quarterly and annual financial targets. "For month-end, we've set up structured 'instruction to invoice' processes in PPO. Forecasted milestones are all visible, so finance doesn't need to chase project managers, they simply run PPO reports. It removes unnecessary meetings and frees people to actually deliver. In fact, we've seen a gross margin improvement by several points after the PPO adoption. The uplift has been significant, proving that the structure works." Labour allocation is another major advantage, he says. "At leadership level, Project Portfolio Office Ltd need to understand its utilisation. Are teams running hot? Do Project Portfolio Office Ltd has capacity? Do Project Portfolio Office Ltd need to rebalance? Time allocation in PPO gives Project Portfolio Office Ltd that visibility. "It also shows whether assumptions made at commercial stage match reality. For example, if we priced 10 days but actual engineering effort is much higher, PPO exposes that quickly. This helps us refine future bids and understand true cost." O'Callaghan highlights that PPO's influence extends beyond internal teams. Customer-facing dashboards give clients clearer insight into progress, increasing trust and strengthening relationships; a critical component of good project management. User adoption and cultural change. PPO has reshaped not only reporting, but day-to-day behaviour which, according to O'Callaghan, is one of the most difficult things to manage. "High adoption rates reflect a cultural shift toward data-led project management, with teams increasingly self-serving information and reducing administrative overheads. This allows project managers to focus more time on delivering projects and less on gathering information." Reflecting on Boldyn's journey, Guy Jelley, CEO of Project Portfolio Office, says: "Boldyn's partnership with PPO for close to a decade reflects the power of a flexible, structured platform supported by strong executive sponsorship. The organisation's commitment to standardising delivery practices and tying financial data into one view is what drives real business transformation. PPO's adaptability and integration capabilities have enabled Boldyn to scale confidently while maintaining control and visibility across a growing global footprint." Looking ahead. Boldyn continues to build on its project management capabilities with PPO as it prepares to transition its finance systems from Exchequer to Workday. A mirrored sandbox environment enables collaborative development of new templates, structures and reports while protecting production data. O'Callaghan summarises the partnership: "We've had a very positive experience with PPO. The team listens to our requirements but also, at times, challenges our thinking with industry best practice, and collaborates to tailor the platform to our needs. It's not just a software implementation - it's helped elevate how we manage projects and deliver value across the business."

Boldyn Networks is deploying a permanent high-capacity 5G mobile network at Silverstone, home to the Formula 1 British Grand Prix. The new infrastructure replaces temporary systems previously used only during racing seasons, providing year-round connectivity for the venue's 1.5 million annual visitors. The network will feature 57 high-capacity sectors across 87 distributed antenna system zones at 25 locations around the circuit. It will support all UK mobile operators and handle peak attendance, including the 164,000 spectators who attended the 2025 British Grand Prix. The permanent installation will improve operational efficiency whilst providing reliable connectivity for fans, race teams and broadcasters throughout the year. The system will also support Silverstone's karting facility, hotel and conference centre.

Boldyn Networks successfully powers grand reopening of Cincinnati Convention Center with next-gen connectivity. News provided by. Following a seamless debut at Redsfest 2026, Boldyn's Wi-Fi 6E network sets a new digital standard for the city's revitalized convention district. CINCINNATI, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Boldyn Networks (Boldyn), one of the world's largest neutral host providers, today announced the successful launch of its advanced wireless operations at the newly reimagined Cincinnati Convention Center operated by Legends Global. Following an 18-month, top-to-bottom transformation of the venue and surrounding district, Boldyn officially assumed network operations on January 1, culminating in the flawless delivery of high-speed connectivity for the venue's first major event: Redsfest 2026. The Convention Center redevelopment is a signature element of Cincinnati's broader plan to revitalize the downtown convention district. With the new Elm Street Plaza now open and the newly announced Marriott hotel expected to connect via skybridge, the project is designed to increase event activity, elevate guest experiences, and spark renewed economic energy across downtown. A high-performing debut at Redsfest Redsfest, the venue's largest annual event held on January 16 - 17, served as the ultimate debut for Boldyn's next-gen infrastructure. To support the thousands of fans in attendance, Boldyn delivered a future-ready Wi-Fi 6E network, providing: * Massive Bandwidth: Effortlessly handling high-density crowds and data-heavy fan interactions * Seamless Reliability: Enabling smooth operations for exhibitors, ticket scanning, and live social media engagement * Customizable User Experience: A modern captive portal offering attendees streamlined access and personalized service tiers "Opening the next chapter of the Cincinnati Convention Center with this level of connectivity is a major win for our city and our guests," said Rodney Faulk, General Manager, Legends Global. "Boldyn's support during Redsfest was exceptional. Their team ensured that our most high-profile annual event ran without a single digital disruption, proving that this venue is now equipped to handle the most demanding technology requirements in the industry." Boldyn will continue to staff the venue with on-site technical experts and manage all network services for incoming events through its collaboration with Legends Global. A standout partnership in a complex redevelopment environment From the start of construction, Boldyn has been embedded with project teams from the City of Cincinnati, 3CDC, and Legends Global to coordinate design reviews, technical requirements, and installation timing to ensure that the network is ready on day one, despite the complexity of an active construction environment. "This entire redevelopment demanded tight coordination, flexibility, and deep technical expertise, which is exactly the kind of environment where Boldyn excels," said Jason Caliento, Chief Commercial Officer for Boldyn Networks, US. "We've been hands-on with every partner throughout the renovation to make sure the new network delivers the next level of connectivity services this reimagined convention center deserves." Supporting Cincinnati's Downtown Convention District transformation The reinvention of the Cincinnati Convention Center marks a major investment in the city's future. As new public spaces and hospitality developments come online, including the future Marriott hotel, Boldyn Networks is committed to supporting the district's long-term vision. With the Cincinnati Convention Center's reopening, Boldyn is not only powering the return of major events but helping set the stage for the next chapter of growth and innovation across downtown Cincinnati. About Boldyn Networks Boldyn Networks is one of the world's largest neutral host providers and a leader in private networks, delivering the advanced shared network infrastructure needed for a smart, inclusive, and sustainable future. It brings together the combined scale and expertise of industry-leading companies with a single purpose: to unlock the power of an interconnected future. From interconnected transit, venues and enterprises, smart cities, next-generation and bespoke private networks, to smart campuses, Boldyn enables new possibilities in the way people live, work and play. Bringing connectivity to the most complex environments. Our portfolio is harnessing fiber, accelerating 5G, and looking beyond to the next breakthroughs. With headquarters in the UK, Our global operations span North America, Europe, and Asia. Boldyn Networks. Reimagine tomorrow. Transform today. SOURCE Boldyn Networks