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TH_NK is a UK‑based digital transformation agency and consultancy that has carved out a reputation for combining strategic thinking, creative design and technical delivery to help organisations navigate change and deliver impactful digital solutions. Founded in 2004 with its roots in Newcastle upon Tyne, the agency also established offices in London and Liverpool, allowing it to serve a broad range of clients across the UK and beyond. Over the years, TH_NK grew from a small local agency into one of the Top 100 digital agencies in the UK, recognised for its collaborative approach and ability to bridge strategy and execution across digital projects.
At its core, TH_NK aimed to help organisations define their digital ambitions and realise them through a blend of business focus, customer‑centric design and integrated technology solutions. Its services have spanned digital strategy, customer experience design, data and analytics, product development and digital transformation, working with clients to align business goals, user needs and technological capability. The agency’s philosophy emphasised long‑term partnerships and the transfer of capability — helping clients build in‑house strength rather than simply delivering one‑off projects.
TH_NK’s client list included well‑known brands across sectors such as entertainment, retail, financial services and consumer goods. The agency worked with organisations like Vue, LV=, Shop Direct, Warner Bros., Atom Bank and others on digital initiatives that ranged from strategy to design and implementation. Their work often focused on reshaping digital experiences to meet evolving customer expectations and supporting change in complex business environments.
A major milestone in TH_NK’s history came in November 2018, when it was acquired by EPAM Systems, a global technology services and software engineering provider. This strategic move integrated TH_NK into EPAM’s Consulting and Digital Engagement Practices, combining its digital strategy and design capabilities with EPAM’s engineering scale and technology expertise. The acquisition aimed to amplify both organisations’ ability to deliver large‑scale digital transformation and innovation across Europe and beyond.
Under EPAM’s ownership, TH_NK’s legacy continues to influence how clients think about digital change — merging business strategy, creative design and technical delivery to solve complex challenges. Its evolution from a regional agency to part of a global firm reflects broader trends in the industry, where integrated consulting, design and technology services are increasingly essential for organisations seeking to stay competitive and innovative in a digital world.
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