"Initially we were looking to centralise our Escrow provision to reduce cost and implement a manageable Escrow process that dramatically reduced our administration requirement. SES listened carefully to our requirements and introduced a managed process that delivered a 40% saving on cost and 70% reduction in administration. SES continues to manage our Escrow provision professionally and efficiently and with a clear process and relationship in place, we are confident that we have the best Escrow solution possible for our business."
Network Rail had previously been working with another Software Escrow provider but had become dissatisfied with the level of service they were receiving. When they began their search for a new supplier, they identified several key priorities: fully managed Escrow Agreement, greater flexibility, and a meaningful reduction in both costs and administrative burden.
Network Rail had previously been operating under several individual Escrow agreements. To streamline this, SES implemented a Master Services Agreement that consolidated all Escrow protection into a single, unified framework. This approach delivers far greater flexibility while significantly reducing overall costs and administrative effort.
Network Rail has now transitioned its entire Escrow portfolio to SES, benefiting from a streamlined and fully managed service. SES has delivered a 40% reduction in costs and a 70% decrease in administrative workload, giving Network Rail a far more efficient and scalable solution. With this consolidated approach in place, Network Rail is now better equipped for the unexpected, supported by robust protection and the assurance that critical software assets remain secure, accessible, and ready for deployment whenever needed.
Network Rail own, operate and develop Britain’s railway infrastructure; 20,000 miles of track, 30,000 bridges, tunnels and viaducts and the thousands of signals, level crossings and stations.