Cork-founded NBM Group to invest €1.8m in Dublin as part of expansion plans

NBM aims to double in size over next five years

Mark McPhillips, chief executive of NBM which is to spend €1.8m in upgrading infrastructure in Dublin. 'The investment and expansion we’re announcing will not only strengthen our presence in Dublin but also accelerate our growth across Ireland,' said Mr McPhillips. Picture: Peter P Photos.

Cork-founded NBM Group is to spend €1.8m in upgrading infrastructure in Dublin, as part of plans to double its size over the next five years.

National Business Machines (NBM Group) provides workplace technology and IT solutions. NBM Group is embarking on a strategic expansion into Dublin, following the recent acquisition of a Xerox client base in the capital. NBM Group will establish new premises in Dublin and create five new jobs next year, chief executive Mark McPhillips said. 

The business areas include audio-visual solutions, graphic communications solutions, managed IT and print services, and workplace supplies.

"The investment and expansion we’re announcing will not only strengthen our presence in Dublin but also accelerate our growth across Ireland. With new services in managed IT, and audio-visual, our goal is to double the size of the business within the next five years," said Mr McPhillips.

NBM Group’s national expansion in recent years has included the acquisition of Total Office Solutions North East Ltd (TOS NE Ltd) in Co Monaghan and the establishment of Innovative Workplace Solutions Ltd (IWS) in Northern Ireland.

“As we celebrate 40 years in business, NBM is entering one of the most exciting periods in our history. Our business has evolved well beyond our managed print heritage — today, we are a comprehensive IT and workplace technology provider supporting clients across every sector," said Mr McPhillips.

Mark McPhillips, Niamh Galvin, and Michael Galvin at the announcement of NBM's leadership transition in February which saw Mr McPhillips become managing director and Ms Galvin appointed commercial director.

Founded in October 1985 by Michael Galvin, NBM Group has grown from a small Cork-based business into a national technology organisation, going from one employee to 40 nationwide. The company has also invested in a workplace supplies eCommerce platform.

Last February managing director Mr Galvin stepped down after 40 years with the group, with Mr McPhillips taking the reins of the technology and IT solutions company.