Overview
Bain & Company is a global management consulting firm established in 1973 by William W. Bain Jr. and partners. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, it provides consulting services to corporate, non-profit and public sector clients across strategy, operations, organisation and performance improvement. Bain operates in 67 cities across 40 countries and is recognised as one of the leading management consultancies worldwide.
Mission and focus areas
Bain’s core mission centres on helping leaders solve complex business challenges, improve performance and deliver results for clients across industries. Its consulting services cover strategy, marketing, operations, technology and organisational transformation, with tailored support for sectors including private equity, technology and consumer products.
Regarding sustainability and ESG integration, Bain offers consulting on climate change, decarbonisation and circular economy strategies designed to help clients embed sustainable practices into business models. It also produces sustainability insights, research and frameworks to guide organisations on environmental and social topics, aligning its advisory work with broader value creation and sustainability priorities.
Structure and governance
Bain & Company operates as a privately held partnership with a global leadership structure. It is led by a Worldwide Managing Partner and supported by senior partners and practice leaders across regions and service areas. The firm’s operating principles guide how teams collaborate and serve clients globally, emphasising collective performance and shared values.
Programs and offerings
Bain provides a wide range of consulting services, including strategic planning, performance transformation, change management and organisational design. It delivers proprietary insights, research publications and industry studies that inform client decision-making. The firm also develops specialised offerings such as sustainability and circular economy consulting, and supports clients with tools and frameworks for managing ESG risks and opportunities. Bain’s global reach and industry expertise equip clients with resources to improve competitiveness, resilience and long-term value.
Our mission
Our mission is to help our clients create such high levels of value that together we set new standards of excellence in our respective industries.
