Consumer Products
The consumer products industry is under intense pressure.
Evolving consumer demands, rising costs, uncertain supply chains, sustainability requirements and increased regulations, to name a few, mean consumer businesses are facing new challenges every day.
That’s why it pays to have reliable, straight-talking support from those who get to know and understand your business inside out.
So that’s exactly what we provide.
Experienced, hands-on, end-to-end support.
Working alongside you to help every part of your business make smarter choices, reduce costs and become more efficient.
With 4C, you can…
Meet evolving customer demands
Consumer needs are changing all the time and faster than ever, so it’s crucial you’re able to meet them. We work alongside you to ensure every part of your business is set up to prioritise and adapt to new and changing demands.
Strengthen your supply chain
Events in recent years have reinforced the importance of a responsive, adaptable supply chain. We work with teams across your business to help you build a stronger, more resilient, agile supply chain capable of weathering whatever uncertainties the future holds.
Combat rising costs
Inflation has impacted every part of your business, from the cost of raw materials to the fuel needed to move your goods. Our whole-business, end-to-end approach explores and uncovers opportunities to save costs at every stage of your supply chain.
Implement new technologies
AI and automation are more than just buzzwords to impress people on LinkedIn. We separate the real benefits from the noise to find how new technologies can streamline your business in a meaningful way.
What makes us different?
A business is a complex machine with many fast-moving, interconnected parts.
Every piece relies on the next to work together, meaning even small changes in one area can cause significant knock-on effects in others.
That’s why we look at your entire business from end to end to improve how you operate, from what you buy (procurement) and how you use it (manufacturing) to how you move it (supply chain).
We work closely with your teams to develop practical, achievable, long-lasting solutions tailored to your unique needs.
Our hands-on experience builds on your own to unlock potential in every stage of your supply chain, helping your business become smarter, more efficient, and more profitable.
Latest insights
Can Agile Supply Chains Ease Pressure for FMCGs?
The consumer products industry is navigating the fallout of major international events such as concurrent geopolitical conflicts, inflation, and unpredictable demand. Businesses that fail to tailor their supply chain strategy to marketplace requirements risk their market share, competitiveness, or worse, their survival. So how can Introducing an agile supply chain help?
Case Study: Holistic Operating Model Review
Working with a UK food producer to identify capability gaps, a transformation roadmap and a new procurement vision and strategy.
Case Study: Network & Logistics Optimisation
Managing a transport collaboration programme for a European frozen food brand that produces, markets and distributes branded frozen food in nine European countries.
Navigating Economic Recovery: Strategies for Food & Beverage Companies in a Changing Consumer Landscape
Drawing on insights from the 4C 2024 F&B Survey, we’re examining how changing economic conditions are reshaping consumer choices in food and drink purchases. We explore how easing inflationary pressures have influenced shoppers’ price sensitivity, and how factors such as product range and sustainability now play an increasingly important role in purchasing decisions. Furthermore, this analysis provides actionable strategies….
Meet the leadership team
Katy Gallagher
Head of Consumer Products
Katy has extensive experience leading global procurement transformation and cost-optimisation programmes across the consumer products sector to drive substantial and sustainable business improvement.
Pete Hatfield
Director
Pete has more than 15 years of experience working with manufacturing businesses to unlock efficiency gains. Drawing on his industry and consulting experience, he has supported businesses in delivering multi-million-pound saving programmes.