By Ben Barnes – Director, IT Operations – With decades of experience managing information technology infrastructure in both the public and private sector, Ben oversees bids&tenders' tech infrastructure, ensuring smooth, secure, and reliable IT service delivery.
Our commitment to technical excellence isn’t just about staying ahead of the curve, it’s about delivering a secure, responsive, and reliable experience for every user, every time.
As the digital threat landscape has evolved, so too have we. In response to a sharp increase in sophisticated cyberattacks, including bots and data scrapers, we’ve taken a major step forward in modernizing our infrastructure to better protect our customers and support future growth.
Next-Generation Protection with Azure Front Door
To meet the demands of today and tomorrow, we’ve upgraded our security and performance systems with the integration of Azure Front Door, a powerful platform from Microsoft that is widely adopted by organizations with stringent availability and security requirements.
This integration improves our ability to:
- Detect and stop malicious traffic in real-time
- Block data scraping and bot attacks before they reach our servers
- Optimize how content is delivered for speed and reliability
- Maintain strong performance for genuine users, especially during high-traffic periods
In short, Azure Front Door acts as an intelligent gatekeeper, delivering both security and speed on a global scale.
What This Means for You
Whether you’re submitting a bid, posting a tender, or managing the procurement process, here’s how you benefit from this upgrade:
Faster, Smoother Experience
Real users come first. By filtering out harmful traffic early, we ensure more resources are available for your legitimate requests, so your experience is quick and reliable.
Smarter Traffic Management
Intelligent caching and routing get you to the information you need faster, especially during peak usage times.
Real-Time Defense
We can respond to new threats instantly, with proactive countermeasures that reduce downtime and service impact.
Geo-Smart Security
Advanced location-based controls help us minimize risk while keeping access seamless for verified users.
A Platform Ready for the Future
This isn’t just a technical upgrade—it’s a commitment to continuous improvement. By aligning our platform with leading-edge security frameworks and cloud performance standards, we’re ensuring bids&tenders remains a trusted, resilient partner for agencies, procurement professionals, and suppliers alike.
We’re proud of the steps we’ve taken, and we’re even more excited about what’s next.