Mark Thomas

Director, Cortech Developments

Mark Thomas became a joint owner and Director of Cortech Developments in 1996 after 18 years working for private and public sector organisations in electrical/electronic engineering and integrated security systems. Cortech has become one of the leading software integration companies in the UK building, fire, and security sector. Now in its 21st year, Cortech's modular software suite, DATALOG, is commonplace amongst critical national infrastructure throughout the UK. Mark has advised some of the UK's largest corporations on managing their buildings, assets, and people as part of their wider business strategies through software integration and centralisation. He has overseen significant solution adaptation and enhancements to assist with smarter building performance and more efficient environmental comfort, safety, and security. With the emergence of legislation for CO2 emissions DATALOG solutions incorporate BMS and energy integration. Cortech also operates across continents with software deployments in over 24 countries. Mark has been instrumental in developing a network of resellers that provide an effective route to market for integrated software solutions throughout mainland Europe, the Middle East, and, more recently, in Australia and the US. The company directors have overseen significant growth at Cortech Developments over recent years, culminating in a