CDW UK awarded Gold in Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

London, UK | July 2026

CDW UK is honoured to have received the highly coveted Gold award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), marking a significant milestone just over one year after achieving Silver status. 

The prestigious accreditation recognises the strength of our ongoing commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community both within and beyond our business, showcasing substantial growth across CDW UK’s Armed Forces Covenant pledges over the last 13 months.  

Achieving Gold is the culmination of a four-year journey that has seen CDW UK continually strengthen and expand its support for the Armed Forces community. From signing the Armed Forces Covenant at the Churchill War Rooms in 2024, to embedding a wide range of initiatives that has enhanced opportunities, development and support for Armed Forces personnel, veterans, reservists and Service families across our organisation, we have remained committed to creating meaningful growth and lasting impact.  

The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme acknowledges employers that provide exceptional support to the Armed Forces community and Defence, by going above and beyond their initial Covenant pledges through policies, practices and advocacy. The scheme comprises of three levels of recognition: Bronze, Silver and Gold, with Gold representing the highest level of achievement.  

Since signing the Armed Forces Covenant in 2024, CDW UK has continued to build on its commitments by implementing initiatives that support the recruitment, retention and career development of ex service personnel, reservists and Service families, including: 

Alongside these efforts, CDW UK has strengthened its partnerships with Armed Forces charities and community organisations across the UK, including Help for Heroes, Team Forces and SSAFA, the Armed Forces Charity, recognising the importance of extending support across military communities outside our organisation.