Elevating SMEs with Big-Firm Expertise
and Boutique Agility

PatternKind uses the same proven methodologies from McKinsey, BCG, and Big 4 firms, but we've adapted them specifically for mid-market companies (£5-80M revenue). Our consultants come from these firms, bringing enterprise-grade expertise at 50-70% lower cost. We focus on hands-on implementation, not just strategy decks, with fixed-fee pricing and 2-4 week delivery timelines versus 3-6 months at traditional firms.

We deliver initial strategic insights within 2-4 weeks, significantly faster than traditional consultancies. Our implementation-focused approach means clients typically see measurable impact within 60-90 days. The average PatternKind client achieves 8:1 ROI within 18 months, with 85% successfully implementing our recommendations—far above the industry average of 30-40%.

PatternKind specializes in mid-market firms with £5-80 million in annual revenue, though we work with companies from £2M to £150M depending on their strategic maturity and growth trajectory. Our sweet spot is £10-50M revenue companies preparing for rapid scaling, market expansion, or eventual exit. We've served 100+ mid-market clients across technology, professional services, manufacturing, and retail sectors.

Unlike traditional firms that silo practice areas, PatternKind delivers integrated solutions. For example, a growth strategy engagement includes operational capacity planning, digital/AI enablement roadmaps, and talent acquisition strategies. This holistic approach addresses root causes across all four areas, delivering 40-60% better outcomes than single-focus engagements according to our client data.

PatternKind projects typically range from £25,000 to £150,000 depending on scope and complexity, with most engagements falling in the £40-75K range. This is 50-70% lower than Big 4 or MBB firms for equivalent work. We offer fixed-fee pricing with clear deliverables, no surprise invoices, and transparent ROI projections. Clients average 8:1 return on investment within 18 months.

Yes, digital transformation and AI strategy are core capabilities. We help mid-market firms identify high-ROI AI use cases, select appropriate technology stacks, and implement automation without over-engineering. Our approach focuses on pragmatic, scalable solutions that deliver 25-40% efficiency gains within 6 months. We've helped 50+ companies successfully implement AI-driven process automation, customer analytics, and operational intelligence.

Absolutely. Our M&A and exit planning services help mid-market firms maximize valuation and prepare for successful transactions. We've supported 30+ successful exits, helping clients increase enterprise value by 35-50% through strategic positioning, operational optimization, and growth acceleration. Our 3-year exit planning roadmap addresses financial performance, market positioning, operational scalability, and management team development.

Unlike traditional consulting models, 40% of our engagement time focuses on knowledge transfer and capability building. We work alongside your team, not behind closed doors. This includes training sessions, documentation, templates, and playbooks that enable your team to sustain improvements long after our engagement ends. 85% of our clients report strong internal capability gains, versus industry average of 20-30%.