Insight-driven strategy for sustainable growth

Making the right strategic decisions has never been more critical. In a landscape shaped by rapid change, economic pressure and policy uncertainty, organisations need a clear, evidence-based path forward. At Grant Thornton, we support clients in setting direction, driving innovation and making confident decisions based on robust insight.

We combine deep economic knowledge with real-world commercial understanding to help organisations rethink their strategies and respond to shifting market conditions. Whether you're planning a transformation, launching a new product, or shaping public policy, our support is practical, collaborative and results-oriented.

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Our solutions

Align goals with action

We support businesses and public sector bodies in defining long-term strategic direction.

  • Corporate strategy and planning
  • Organisational change and restructuring
  • Business model innovation
  • Market entry and growth strategy

Make better policy and investment decisions

We deliver economic analysis and strategic policy advice that supports public value and private investment.

  • Economic impact assessments
  • Policy design and evaluation
  • Cost-benefit analysis and regulatory studies
  • Sector competitiveness reviews

Plan for the future with confidence

We provide forward-looking insights to help clients navigate change and seize opportunity.

  • Market research and opportunity assessments
  • Scenario planning and sensitivity testing
  • Competitor benchmarking
  • Strategic risk analysis

Fuel creativity with structure

We bring together data, insight and creative thinking to spark ideas and drive innovation.

  • Design thinking workshops
  • Digital innovation strategy
  • Customer experience design
  • Ideation and concept testing

Why Grant Thornton

Our Strategy and Economics team blends consulting, research and analysis expertise to deliver clear, practical strategies. We bring a unique mix of creativity and rigour, tailored to the needs of businesses, government and the public sector.

With Grant Thornton, our clients receive:

  • Data-driven decisions: Evidence-based insight that underpins action
  • Real-world perspective: Strategic advice grounded in commercial and policy realities
  • Cross-sector experience: Solutions informed by diverse market knowledge
  • Collaborative delivery: Co-designed strategies that work in practice
  • Innovation focus: Creative tools and thinking to unlock fresh ideas

Shape your future with insight that drives real outcomes. Speak to our Strategy and Economics team.

Shaping strategy with real-world impact
Client impact

Shaping strategy with real-world impact

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Long-term strategy for healthcare
Developed a five-year corporate strategy and implementation plan, aligning future direction with national and global healthcare trends.
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Insight-led policy innovation
Used design thinking and research to shape future policy, building a shared vision backed by real-world insight and stakeholder input.
3.
Future skills strategy delivered
Forecasted sector needs and skills gaps through in-depth analysis, enabling a local authority to plan and invest with confidence.