Experience the Henkan Difference
Unlike traditional consultancies, we are hands-on doers and implementors, as well as advisors with deep expertise
Our purpose
To help organisations optimise their operational performance, sustainably. Making you the experts in world-class manufacturing
Our proven ability to design, mobilise, roll out, and sustain cultural change through purpose-led initiatives, sets us apart.
THE HENKAN DIFFERENCE
Our story
Founded in 2006, Henkan set out to challenge the limitations of traditional consulting, which often relies on standardised solutions delivered in controlled classroom settings.
We knew there was a better way. Instead of operating from the sidelines, we take a hands-on approach, working alongside your operations to apply lean principles and change management strategies that drive real impact. By prioritising knowledge transfer, we don’t just deliver solutions, we help businesses develop the internal capabilities to achieve lasting, self-sustaining growth.
This approach has earned the trust of industry leaders such as Unilever, Philips, and Heineken. Some have partnered with us for over a decade, benefiting from solutions tailored to their unique challenges and a shared commitment to building internal expertise.
Unilever
The start of a long-lasting relationship with Unilever. Some of the many achievements they take pride in include 36% reduction in Lead Time generating savings of over £1 Million
Philips
Henkan was instrumental in the implementation of Lean in Philips, developing a Lean Leadership course that to date has trained over 1,000 people.
Philips Factory Lean Roll-out
Henkan led the first Philips factory to achieve full roll-out of the corporate Lean programme, €11.5 Million savings.
Novel People Programme
Henkan developed a progressive People Development programme for Saint-Gobain to place emphasis on how to drive out loss by effectively engaging the workforce and leadership.
Heineken TPM Programme
Henkan was invited by Heineken to be their lead auditors. This has now expanded to include programme development, training, coaching and ongoing support.
Factory of the Year Award
Henkan supported Philips Avent UK to achieve Factory of the Year Award.
New Strategy for Henkan
Henkan offers innovative approaches to applying continuous improvement as it ventures into new markets and further grows its existing, long-lasting relationships.
Henkan Adopts Remote Capabilities
In response to the global pandemic, Henkan adapts its operations to support remote working and the continuation of its normal services.
Henkan Today
Today our business is based on the same desire to provide continuous improvement that offers long-term benefits. We strive to understand our client’s challenges and work to develop solutions that best meet their objectives.
Collaborating with 4C Associates for Greater Impact
We joined forces with 4C Associates, a leading global consultancy in commercial, supply chain, and operations. Our focus remains on delivering sustainable impact for clients.
Rebrand with FourCentric
A BREADTH OF EXPERTISE
Today
In 2023, Henkan took an exciting step forward, joining FourCentric, a global leader in professional services, specialising in driving tangible results across procurement, supply chain, operations, and analytics. Together, we continue to drive sustainable impact for clients like GKN, Heineken, and many others across the group’s diverse portfolio. With FourCentric, we stay true to our hands-on, people-first approach, helping businesses build the internal expertise they need to thrive.
driving business outcomes
How our services deliver value
OUR TEAM OF EXPERTS
Meet The Henkan Leadership Team
James Cuthbert
Managing Director
George Kesic
Technical Director
Stephen Croxton
Head of Growth
Nikol Dicheva
Marketing and Brand Lead
Bogdan Stefan
Director of Digital & Manufacturing Lead, UK & Europe & Americas
Workflow & Collaboration Automation
End-to-End Digital Transformation
Workflow & Collaboration Automation
AI-Driven Supply Chain Planning & Forecasting
Digital Supply Chain & Business Transformation
MEETING YOUR UNIQUE NEEDS
Our Value Network
At Henkan, we empower manufacturing organisations with the tools and expertise needed to drive operational excellence and cultural transformation. To ensure a seamless digital journey, we have carefully selected trusted digital partners who complement our approach. Each partner specialises in a unique aspect of digital transformation enabling us to provide a unified, conflict-free ecosystem for our clients, free from unnecessary complexity or overlap.
About FourCentric
Henkan is part of FourCentric, a group of six independent specialist companies with a strong presence in the UK, EMEA, and North America. FourCentric operates across every stage of the plan-source-make-deliver supply chain, providing:
- Strategic procurement solutions
- Advanced analytics and data-driven insights
- Operational excellence initiatives
- Senior and executive search and interim management solutions
To find out more about our group’s full capabilities.
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Work for us
Our people are our difference.
We go to great lengths to attract and retain leading experts in operations excellence, along with a team of motivated support staff. If you would like to join us, explore the current opportunities on our careers page.