Wales Business Stephen Farrell

Newport-based HSJ Accountants has launched a new arm to provide cloud software to businesses.

The venture, called HSJ Strato, aims to provide the best cloud software from across the globe to Welsh businesses.

The new division will work closely with the Newport-headquartered accountancy side of the business, as well as from a base at Tramshed Tech in Cardiff.

Leanne Owen, partner at HSJ, said: "This is a huge step for us as a firm. Business advice and technical expertise are tightly interwoven and we believe that helping businesses take advantage of the potential the cloud offers is key to their future growth and profitability.

"This decision has stemmed from researching the market and listening to the needs of our clients as well as businesses and organisations across the UK. Over the last few years, we have seen emerging technology that can make huge differences to businesses. However, if it is not embedded properly, its full potential is not reached.

"We have made investment into our offering and our team to ensure that we have expert technology specialists working alongside seasoned accounting professionals."