About Orion

Microsoft AI and data consultancy, built on 25+ years of expertise.

Orion helps ambitious businesses turn data into a genuine competitive advantage through proven, design-first methodology.

Get in Touch Our Story

25+ Years Microsoft expertise

35+ Certifications held

17 Productised services

Cobham, Surrey Based, serving UK & worldwide

How It All Started

Where Our Journey Began

Orion was born in London in 2024 from a shared vision between Martin and Sibylle to transform how businesses navigate digital delivery complexity.

Frustrated by the high failure rates of digital transformation projects, they combined their decades of experience in Microsoft technologies and strategic consulting to create a company focused on getting it right from the start.

Founded on the belief that every business deserves a clear path to success, Orion delivers tailored strategies that turn challenges into opportunities.

2024 Founded in London

25+ Years Microsoft Experience

80% Industry Failure Rate We Solve

Based in Cobham, Surrey · Serving UK & worldwide

Our Mission

80% of data and AI projects fail

We exist to change that number.

Microsoft's advanced capabilities exist, but the strategic knowledge to implement them successfully is missing. We bridge that gap. Orion democratises enterprise-grade Cloud, Data & AI solutions, ensuring growing businesses can harness intelligent automation to solve real operational challenges and accelerate sustainable growth.

Strategy first Every engagement starts with design

Proven methodology Frameworks that prevent failure

Measurable ROI Outcomes you can prove to the board

Explore Our Framework

Our values

What Drives Us

We have built a culture at Orion that is solutions-driven, honest and relentlessly focused on outcomes. These are the principles that guide every engagement.

Methodology

Design-First Thinking

Every engagement begins with strategy. We invest time upfront to understand the problem deeply before writing a single line of code, because the right architecture prevents the 80% failure rate.

Culture

Rigorous Honesty

We tell clients what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. If a project is not ready for AI, we will say so. Our reputation is built on trust and candour, not on selling solutions to problems that do not exist.

Philosophy

Knowledge Transfer

We are not here to create dependency. Every engagement includes capability building so your team can operate independently. Our success is measured by how quickly you no longer need us.

Principle

Responsible AI

We build AI solutions that are transparent, ethical and explainable. Data governance and compliance are embedded from day one, not bolted on as an afterthought.

Leadership

Meet the Founders

Decades of Microsoft expertise combined with strategic consulting experience, united by a mission to transform how businesses succeed with data and AI.

View Profile

Martin Sherwood

Co-Founder

25+ years architecting enterprise Microsoft solutions. Martin brings deep technical expertise in Azure, Fabric, and AI to every transformation project.

Azure Architecture Microsoft Fabric AI/ML

View Profile

Sibylle Möller-Sherwood

Co-Founder

Strategic advisor with extensive experience in digital transformation. Sibylle ensures every project delivers measurable business outcomes.

Strategy Change Management Digital Transformation

Microsoft Data & AI Specialists

35+ Certifications Across the Microsoft Ecosystem

This is not surface-level knowledge. Our deep specialisation spans IoT, Cloud, Data, Fabric, and AI, with 25+ years of hands-on mastery. Every certification represents proven ability to deliver measurable business outcomes.

35+ Certified

Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer

Microsoft Solutions Architect

Microsoft IOT Developer

Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer

Microsoft PowerBI Data Analyst

Microsoft DevOps Engineer

Microsoft Azure Data Engineer

Microsoft Azure Administrator

Microsoft AI Engineer

Microsoft Azure Enterprise Data Analyst

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals

Microsoft AI Fundamentals

Pivotal Container Services

Togaf Certified

Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer

Microsoft Solutions Architect

Microsoft IOT Developer

Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer

Microsoft PowerBI Data Analyst

Microsoft DevOps Engineer

Microsoft Azure Data Engineer

Microsoft Azure Administrator

Microsoft AI Engineer

Microsoft Azure Enterprise Data Analyst

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals

Microsoft AI Fundamentals

Pivotal Container Services

Togaf Certified

Our DNA

How We Operate

Masterful expertise with 25+ years in the Microsoft ecosystem

Proprietary frameworks, accelerators, and proven methodologies that consistently deliver measurable ROI

Outcome-obsessed with relentless focus on business results

Success measured exclusively by client improvements with documented transformation outcomes

Strategic advisory spanning strategy through implementation

Every business challenge evaluated for Microsoft ecosystem automation potential

Collaborative partnership ensuring sustainable capability building

Cross-functional work between business users and technical teams with full knowledge transfer

Community and governance

Our Commitments

We hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethical practice, community engagement and corporate responsibility.

Cyber Essentials Certified

We hold the government-backed Cyber Essentials certification, demonstrating our commitment to protecting client data and maintaining robust cyber security standards across every engagement.

About Cyber Essentials

ICO Registered

Registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ZB804967), ensuring full compliance with UK data protection legislation and GDPR.

Verify our registration

Modern Slavery Statement

We voluntarily publish a Modern Slavery Statement, going beyond our statutory obligations to demonstrate our commitment to ethical business practices, responsible supply chains and the dignity of all individuals.

Read our statement

How We Work Together

Choose the engagement model that best fits your organisation's needs, capabilities, and transformation goals.

We Lead Your Transformation

Full Project Leadership Using Our Proven Methodology

Orion takes complete ownership of your transformation, deploying proprietary frameworks that overcome the industry's 80% failure rate. You get strategic advisory, end-to-end architecture design, and implementation oversight—all delivered through our systematic methodology.

Complete project ownership and accountability
Proprietary frameworks and accelerators
End-to-end implementation oversight
Measurable ROI and documented outcomes
Knowledge transfer and capability building

Learn More

We Integrate With Your Team

Seamless Integration Within Your Existing Delivery Structure

Engage Orion as your trusted subcontractor, working within your established methodologies, processes, and project frameworks. We bring deep Microsoft Cloud, Data & AI expertise while adapting to your delivery model.

Works within your existing processes
Preserves your client relationships
Deep Microsoft ecosystem expertise
Flexible engagement models
White-label delivery options

Learn More

License Our Proven Methodology

Accelerate Your Transformation Capabilities

Access our complete portfolio of proprietary frameworks, assessment tools, and implementation templates through our licensing model. Scale your Microsoft Data & AI delivery with proven methodology.

Complete framework and template access
Assessment tools and accelerators
Team certification programmes
Ongoing support and updates
Independent implementation capability

Learn More

Access Vetted Experts On-Demand

Bridge Critical Skill Gaps Instantly

Access our network of highly skilled, pre-vetted Microsoft-certified professionals for contract, project-based, or full-time roles. Scale on-demand with experts who understand your transformation challenges.

Pre-vetted Microsoft-certified experts
Flexible contract and FTE options
Rapid deployment capability
Skills across the Microsoft stack
Quality guaranteed placements

Learn More

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Who is Orion Data Analytics?

Orion Data Analytics is a consultancy based in Cobham, Surrey, specialising in Microsoft Data & AI solutions. We serve clients across the UK and worldwide—we're not bound by location. We design, build, and manage enterprise AI and data platforms, with 25+ years of combined Microsoft ecosystem expertise.

02 Where is Orion based?

Orion is based in Cobham, Surrey, UK, at The Long Barn, Cobham Park Road. We serve clients across the UK and worldwide—we're not bound by location.

03 What engagement models does Orion offer?

We offer four engagement models: Direct Engagement (full project leadership), Partner Delivery (integration with your team), Growth Partnership (licensing our methodology), and Tech Talent (on-demand Microsoft-certified experts).

04 What industries does Orion serve?

We work across industries including manufacturing, financial services, logistics, healthcare, retail, and technology. Our frameworks are adaptable to any sector undergoing data and AI transformation.

Get Started

Ready to Partner With Us?

Professional team collaborating on a project

Discover how Orion's proven methodology and Microsoft expertise can transform your business. Let's discuss your unique challenges and explore the best engagement model for your needs.