The boss of one of Devon's tech forerunners has been named one of the best bosses in the world.
, has won Workforce Management CEO of the Year 2019 in the annual Global CEO Excellence Awards.
It recognises his leadership in pioneering the company's commitment to market-leading field service management software.
Mr Proctor said: "It is an honour to be awarded the title of Workforce Management CEO of the Year, something which is only possible because of the talented Oneserve team. Everyone at Oneserve strives to deliver a high-quality service and their enthusiasm is the key to our expansion.
"We are part of a dynamic technology market and so growth is an essential part of our business strategy. Digital transformation is shifting the needs and objectives of customers and we are constantly evolving to help them operate with efficiency, compliance and service excellence at their core. We are excited to continue expanding and look forward to what 2019 has to bring."
It specialises in software needed for businesses to manage a large remote workforce of engineers, drivers and technicians.
And the latest advances in Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things – which allows objects to communicate with each other – is dictating the direction of the company.
Oneserve's field service management software is used throughout public and private industries and counts Sky Network Services, Gravesham Borough Council and MD Building Services among its clients.
Oneserve saw a year of unparalleled growth in 2018. It further expanded its offering, moved to new offices at the Skypark in Exeter, and grew its team through several new appointments, bringing in Alistair Hayter as Chief Technology Officer.