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Specialising in health insurtech and ecommerce, we work with enterprise organisations operating in complex, regulated digital environments who are struggling to scale secure, accessible platforms at the moment when growth, compliance, and customer expectations collide. Our role is to design and build resilient digital platforms, underpinned by ISO 27001-certified security practices and responsible AI, so they can grow with confidence without technical debt, compliance risk, or loss of trust. Today, our team brings together over 250 highly qualified professionals with a shared passion for technology and business. 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Every project, irrespective of its scale, is a testament to collaboration and shared purpose. ### EAMONN FRANKLIN #### CEO ![8 West Consulting sketch of quotation mark: closing quotation mark.](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/SVG_animations/Speech%20Marks%202.svg) ## OUR CERTIFICATIONS ![8 West Consulting sketch of a line to underline the title above](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/SVG_animations/Swipe%201.svg) [![West Assured (Ireland) ISO/IEC 27001 Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Certification-logo-ISO-IEC-27001-west-assured.png)](https://westassured.ie/) [![Amazon Web Services Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Certification-logo-amazon-web-services.png)](https://partners.amazonaws.com/partners/0018a00001mRu4RAAS/) [![FinOps Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Certification-logo-finops.png)](https://www.finops.org/) [![FinOps Focus Analyst Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Certification-logo-finops-focus-analyst.png)](https://www.finops.org/) [![FinOps Practitioner Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Certification-logo-finops-practitioner.png)](https://www.finops.org/) [![Snowflake Snowpro Core Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Certification-logo-snowflake-snowpro-core.png)](https://www.snowflake.com/) [![Shopify Plus Partner Badge — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-west-Consulting-partner-logo-shopify-plus-partner.png)](https://www.shopify.com/partners/directory/partner/8-west-consulting) [![Microsoft Azure Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Certification-logo-microsoft-azure.png)](https://marketplace.microsoft.com/en-us/partners/6279f41f-2c9c-4104-9456-1d60c9040f3f/overview) [![Google Cloud Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Certification-logo-google-cloud.png)](https://cloud.google.com/find-a-partner/partner/8-west-consultingpartner/8-west-consulting) [![Sanity Partner Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Certification-logo-sanity.png)](https://www.sanity.io/agency-partners/8-west-consulting) [![8 West Consulting partner logo: Contentful - visit Contentful website](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-partner-logo-contentful.png)](https://www.contentful.com/) [![Datadog Partner Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-west-Consulting-partner-logo-datadog.png)](https://partners.datadoghq.com/s/PartnerDirectoryDetail?pid=001VY00000BaI07YAF) [![ISACA Certification — view certification](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Certification-logo-isaca.png)](https://www.isaca.org)   ![World map showing all existing 8 West Consulting headquarters.](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/SVG_animations/Burst%20Lines.svg) ## 25+ YEARS OF INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE ![World map showing all existing 8 West Consulting headquarters.](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/SVG_animations/Burst%20Lines.svg) ![World map showing all existing 8 West Consulting headquarters.](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-headquarters-world-map.png) ## Founded and Grown in the Heart of Cork, Ireland Steered with vision by our dedicated leadership team, we've flourished from a modest beginning to a thriving organisation with over 250 passionate professionals. Our expansion includes satellite offices in Cagliari, Italy, Cluj, Romania, and Seattle, WA, USA where the company culture is a good match. ## FAQs ![](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/SVG_animations/Circle.svg) - ### Q1: Where is 8 West Consulting based? 8 West is headquartered in Cork, Ireland, with offices in Seattle, Cluj and Cagliari and a globally distributed team. - ### Q2: How large is 8 West Consulting? More than 250 professionals work across 8 West: large enough to staff complex programmes, structured so senior practitioners lead and staff every engagement. Big enough to deliver, close enough to be accountable. - ### Q3: Which industries does 8 West specialise in? Dental and health insurance technology, and ecommerce for global consumer brands, with broader experience delivering enterprise software in complex, regulated environments including financial services. - ### Q4: How long has 8 West Consulting operated? More than 20 years, with client relationships that span a decade or longer and a record of delivering complex technology and transformation programmes. - ### Q5: What makes 8 West different from other software consultancies? The senior people who scope your engagement are the same people who deliver it. Combined with deep dental and health insurance expertise, ISO 27001 certified operations and fixed-price Impact Engagements, that means low-risk decisions and accountable delivery. - ### Q6: Do you support one-off projects and long-term partnerships? Yes. Clients use 8 West for focused assessments, individual projects and multi-year delivery partnerships, with the engagement model matched to their needs. A fixed-price Impact Engagement is the lowest-risk way to start. ![8 West Consulting sketch of a handshake](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/SVG_animations/Handshake.svg) # CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY ## ESG COMMITMENT & REPORTING 8 West is committed to responsible Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices, aligned with our ISO/IEC 27001-certified Information Security Management System. ## Our Commitment to the Environment ![8 West Consulting sketch of the globe](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/SVG_animations/Globe.svg) ![8 West Consulting - Picture of a wind turbine.](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Abous-Us-page-background-solar-panels-colored.png) ### POLICY STATEMENT 8 West recognises the impact of its operations on the environment and is committed to reducing its ecological footprint by: - Promoting responsible use of energy and resources across facilities and IT systems. - Minimising waste through digital-first processes and sustainable procurement practices. - Managing data centre operations and cloud services with an emphasis on energy efficiency and carbon footprint reduction. - Ensuring the secure disposal and recycling of IT assets in accordance with environmental and information security best practices (aligned with ISO 27001 Annex A.7.14 Secure disposal). ## HOW WE DELIVER ![8 West Consulting sketch of a business graph](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Sketches-big-bars-chart.png) ### MEASUREMENT & REPORTING - Baseline energy and carbon footprint assessment to benchmark greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and inform reduction targets. - Annual sustainability reporting detailing performance, progress, and future objectives. ![8 West Consulting sketch of small shapes iterating in a circle.](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Sketches-big-circular-iteration.png) ### SUSTAINABLE OPERATIONS - Optimisation of cloud and IT infrastructure for energy efficiency (Reference: 8 West – Well Architected Sustainability.pdf). - Promotion of remote-first and hybrid working. - Ongoing review of office waste and recycling practices. - Use of 100% recycled or FSC-certified paper and wood-based materials. ![8 West Consulting sketch of the icon of a user with a semi-circle around.](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Sketch-small-circled-user.png) ### SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT - Development of a sustainable procurement policy incorporating environmental impact reduction, ethical sourcing, and circular economy principles. ![8 West Consulting sketch of 3 website avatars](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Sketches-small-group-of-users-icons.png) ### EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT - Sustainability training for staff and a formal employee suggestion scheme to support environmental initiatives. --- ## Our Commitment to Social Responsibility ![8 West Consulting - Picture of a wind turbine.](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Abous-Us-page-background-fist-bump-colored.png) 8 West is committed to protecting individual rights and contributing positively to society by: - Safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of personal and sensitive information in accordance with data protection laws and ISO 27001 standards. - Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices, workplace culture, and community engagement activities. - Promoting a security-aware culture through mandatory training and awareness initiatives for staff and contractors. - Respecting human rights and labour rights throughout business operations and supply chain partnerships. --- ## Our Commitment to Governance & Information Security ![8 West Consulting sketch of a padlock](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/SVG_animations/Lock.svg) ![8 West Consulting - Picture of a wind turbine.](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Abous-Us-page-background-phone-lock-screen-colored.png) Good governance is integral to our business practices and compliance with ISO/IEC 27001. 8 West ensures: - Clear accountability for security and ESG responsibilities across the organisation. - Integration of ESG considerations into risk management, strategic planning, and operational decision-making. - Ongoing compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards relating to ESG and information security. - Continual improvement of both our Information Security Management System (ISMS) and ESG performance through internal audits, management reviews, and stakeholder engagement. ## REPORTING ## Sustainability Report ![8 West Consulting sketch of a lightning bolt](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/SVG_animations/Lightning.svg) ![8 West Consulting - Picture of a wind turbine.](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Abous-Us-page-background-wind-power-turbine-colored.jpg) The annual Sustainability Report provides detailed information on environmental performance and progress against commitments. [Download Sustainability Report – 2025](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8W%20CSR%20Report.pdf?hsLang=ie) --- ## Gender Pay Gap ![8 West Consulting sketch of a wallet](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/SVG_animations/Wallet.svg) ![8 West Consulting - Picture of workers collaborating](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/8-West-Consulting-Abous-Us-page-background-collaborating-workers-colored.jpg) As part of our commitment to transparency and inclusion, we publish our annual Gender Pay Gap Report in accordance with the Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021. The gender pay gap reflects the difference in average hourly pay between men and women across our workforce. It is influenced by the structure of our organisation and the distribution of roles.  8 West Consulting’s Gender Pay Gap 2025 Report is based on a reference period between 1st July 2024 – 30th June 2025.  The report outlines our results and the steps we are taking to improve representation, support career progression, and strengthen our inclusive culture. [Download the full report](https://8west.ie/hubfs/145696986/SEO_optimized_media/Impact_Engagements_PDFs/8%20West%20Consulting%20-%20Gender%20Pay%20Gap.pdf) --- ## Community & Charitable Giving At 8 West Consulting, we believe that supporting the communities we work and live in is as important as the work we do for our clients. Each year, we partner with a number of local and national organisations across sport, arts, community, and social causes, providing financial support to help them continue the work they do. Our approach to charitable giving is guided by a simple principle: support organisations doing meaningful work in the communities where our people live, work, and are connected. We choose a small number of organisations each year and commit to backing them properly. ### Our 2026 Charitable Partners We are proud to support the following organisations in 2026: [![Special Olympics - visit website](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/About%20Us%20Logos/Special_Olympics_Ireland_logo.png)](https://www.specialolympics.ie) #### Special Olympics Ireland Providing year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities across Ireland, empowering over 8,000 athletes in 15 sports through 290 clubs nationwide. 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They took part in Irish World dance championships in Chicago in April with 20 students partaking in solo, ceili teams and figure dancing. [![White Horse Choir - visit website](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/About%20Us%20Logos/White_Horse_Gospel_Choir.jpg)](https://www.facebook.com/whitehorsegospelchoir) #### White Horse Choir The White Horse Gospel Choir are believers in uplifting music and the power of communal singing, proudly sharing their approach to the beloved Gospel genre with audiences far and wide since Sept. 2019. [![FirstLight - visit website](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/About%20Us%20Logos/FirstLight_logo.png)](https://www.firstlight.ie) #### FirstLight A national charity providing free, professional crisis support and counselling to families who have experienced the sudden, unexpected death of a child. Services include a 24-hour helpline, home visits, psychotherapy and peer support groups. [![Waterford Festival of Food - visit website](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/About%20Us%20Logos/Waterford_Festival_of_Food_logo.png)](https://www.waterfordfestivaloffood.com) #### Waterford Festival of Food Ireland's longest-running food festival, held each April in Dungarvan, Ireland, celebrating the food, producers and culinary culture of West Waterford through markets, dining events, tastings and family activities. [![Dublin Front Runners - visit website](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/About%20Us%20Logos/Dubin_Front_Runners_logo.webp)](https://www.dublinfrontrunners.ie) #### Dublin Front Runners Ireland's largest LGBTQ+ sports club, welcoming runners of all abilities for weekly sessions in Phoenix Park Dublin and organising an annual Pride Run in aid of LGBTQ+ charities. [![Marymount Hospice - visit website](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/About%20Us%20Logos/Marymount_Hospice_logo.png)](https://www.marymount.ie) #### Marymount Hospice Ireland's oldest hospice, founded in 1870, providing specialist palliative care for those with life-limiting illness and care for older people across Cork city and county in Ireland. [![Kaizen Karate Club - visit website](https://8west.ie/hubfs/SEO_optimized_media/About%20Us%20Logos/Kaizen_Karate_Club_logo.jpg)](https://www.facebook.com/p/Kaizen-Karate-Club-61578910779696/) #### Kaizen Karate Club Kaizen Karate Club is based in the Ballyphehane neighbourhood of Cork City. Affiliated with the International Japan Karate Association (IJKA), the club is dedicated to preserving and teaching traditional Karate. Under the expert guidance of Paul Lynch (4th Dan), Kaizen Karate Club fosters a disciplined, community-focused environment. 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