The company has appointed Imran Ali as information systems security officer within Adare's technology and solutions department; he is charged with developing its security policies, systems and procedures.

Amanda Taylor, IT and technical solutions director at Adare, said the creation of the role forms part of the company's commitment "to continue to provide industry leading security solutions for our customers".

The business, which was established in 1992, has also appointed Justin Hey in the position of postal services manager within the company's operations division.

Hey, who brings experience from Bradford & Bingley, has come on board to help develop innovative delivery products with a view to differentiating Adare's product offering.

Barry Crich, managing director at Adare, said the appointments would help the business maintain its reputation as an "innovative and pioneering supplier" within the essential communications and managed document services arena.