We help organisations stay confident in a noisy device market.
photon-glide began as a small research group supporting UK teams struggling with inconsistent gadget procurement. Today we provide clear strategies that connect device choices with real user needs.
Founded
2016 in Brighton, focused on practical device adoption.
Focus
Technology and gadgets that support hybrid, mobile, and creative work.
Technology should calm the room, not raise it
We believe device decisions should be simple and transparent. Our philosophy is to balance performance, reliability, and wellbeing so teams can focus on their work.
Clarity over hype
We test devices for everyday workflows, not just headline specs.
Whole lifecycle view
We account for repairs, accessories, and refresh cycles before recommending changes.
A multidisciplinary leadership team
Amira Hassan
Founder and device strategist focused on human-centric procurement frameworks.
Tom Caldwell
Lab director responsible for gadget testing, durability analysis, and vendor reviews.
Riya Desai
Client engagement lead who guides rollout planning and adoption support.
What we stand for
Evidence-led decisions
Every recommendation is supported by lab testing and user feedback.
Respect for budgets
We deliver realistic plans grounded in total cost of ownership.
Inclusive technology
Devices should work for people with different roles, abilities, and environments.
Key moments along our journey
2018
Opened the first device testing lab for wearables and mobile peripherals.
2021
Expanded into large-scale gadget fleet strategy for distributed teams.
2024
Launched a sustainability framework for gadget procurement.
Where our experience runs deep
- Creative and media studios
- Education and training providers
- Retail and customer experience teams
- Health and wellbeing organisations
- Remote-first software companies
Achievements
Over 60 successful multi-site deployments in the last three years.