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Transformation

Advisory

TESSIANT IS A PRACTITIONER-LED CONSULTANCY

Tessiant combines experienced practitioners, senior industry advisors and high-calibre consultants to deliver end-to-end change.

Having led major organisations, large teams and complex transformation programmes, we understand what it takes to deliver practical change and measurable value. We have been in our clients’ shoes, balancing strategic priorities with operational realities and accountability for results.

Our blend of industry experience, strategic thinking and hands-on delivery helps clients move faster, make better decisions and achieve sustainable results.

Achievable Strategy and Practical Transformation Solutions, This is Tessiant, Management Consultancy

“Tessiant were an invaluable partner, combining strong project management with deep retail expertise and a practical, business-focused approach. They stayed aligned with our goals throughout and we couldn’t have done it without them“

SVP Supply Chain & Retail Operations, Multinational Supermarket

“Tessiant combine deep subject matter expertise with a strong understanding of our organisation. Their professionalism, strategic problem-solving and flexibility makes them feel like an extension of our leadership team, consistently earning praise from stakeholders across the business. We truly found the perfect combination of magic and logic”

Head of Planning, Global Toy & Retail Organisation

“Tessiant’s skill, expertise and experience in delivering transformation has made a real difference to us as we go through a period of significant change. They have built strong engagement not only within their own team but beyond. They invested time in developing and building strong teams, creating a high-performance and inclusive culture”

CEO, National Grocery Giant

“Strategic, insightful and thoughtful. Tessiant have gone above and beyond to respond to our strategic challenge. They have swiftly provided us with a set of recommendations that are actionable, achievable and empathetic to where the organisation is in it’s maturity. Their clarity of thinking and ability to cut through the noise has been superb. In a very short period of time they have got to the heart of what needs to be done. And always with empathy and care”

CEO, UK Luxury Retailer

“Tessiant brought the most inspiring and supportive leaders that I have ever worked with throughout my career. Exactly the right leaders that we needed following a significant acquisition: calm, supportive and inspirational”

Global Head of Performance Operations, Global Gaming Business

“We’ve now got a great plan to drive and deliver our digital strategy. One of our Senior Business Contributors said it’s the most collaborative project he’s worked on in his time here, which is many many years and that’s a real testament to the work we’ve done together”

Chief Digital & Information Officer, British Engineering & Infrastructure Company

“Rather than use a standard playbook, Tessiant invest the time to get to know the business and formulate specific and tailor-made solutions that make a tangible difference. Trust was built from day one, working really well with the team and asking difficult and searching questions with transparency and integrity”

Chief Corporate Officer, UK & Ireland Holiday Park Operator

“Tessiant’s expertise, professionalism, proactive communication and ability to adapt to changing requirements is superb. They tailored their approach to the individual needs of our business, providing individuals with very specific skill sets. They go above and beyond, with their dedication to client success being unparralleled”

Head of Operational Technology, British Construction Company

“We have worked successfully with Tessiant on a range of projects and have found the team and consultants to be excellent. Driven, precise, knowledgeable and outcome focused. The model we have engaged in has been the right fit for our business enabling us to operate as a partnership, bringing in the capability and capacity that we work alongside to ensure the change is sustainable. With the teams they have put into our business sympathetic to our culture and way of working”

Transformation Director, UK Value Retailer

“Tessiant are super-efficient and easy to work with, particularly in dealing with a world of unknowns at time. They have consultants that have been at the coalface and worked within major blue-chip organisations. I wish to work with the Tessiant team again in the near future”

Head of Commercial Optimisation, Premium UK Supermarket Chain

“Our experience with Tessiant was very positive. They quickly added value, integrated well with the team and helped drive meaningful, practical change from day one. The quality of the match and ongoing support from them made the engagement run smoothly. I would happily recommend Tessiant to any organisation looking for high-quality contract support and a professional, well-managed process”

Finance Director, Food Service Company

 

“A great partnership alongside some strong consulting experience. I very much value the partnership we have developed with Tessiant over several consulting assignments. I have found Tessiant enable and drive change bringing both technical expertise and strategic challenge and always keeping focused on delivering results”

HR Senior Director, Global Health Insurance Company

 

“Tessiant are not traditional consultants. They are practitioners”

CIO, High Street Retailer

Featured insights

tessiant talks – AI BUY VS BUILD

Tackling one of the biggest AI debates facing businesses right now: AI Buy vs Build? Join Tessiant’s Anna Barsby and Yemi Olagbaiye alongside our special guests Simon Pakenham-Walsh, CIO at River Island and Alex Cross, CTO EMEA at CI&T. Expect insights from leaders across retail, tech and consulting on how organisations can cut through the hype to make smarter AI decisions.

Leading People through M&A 

Tackling one of the toughest challenges in transformation: M&A and its impact on people and culture. Former Chief People Officer at Evoke (William Hill & 888) Mark Skinner joins us for an insightful conversation about integrating very difficult cultures, leading through uncertainty and the real pressures leaders face when change feels constant.

Industry recognition

After just 5 years in the Change and Transformation space we are proud to have been recognised as:

  • Financial Times 1000 Europes Fastest Growing Companies 2025
  • Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025
  • ‘Small Business of the Year 2024 & 2025’ Finalist at the Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards
  • ‘Company of the Year’ Finalist at the Women in Change Awards 2024.