Z/Yen has built its practice around a core of high-powered project managers, supported by experienced technical specialists so that clients get expertise they need, rather than just resources available. The firm is headquartered in London, but Z/Yen is committed to the ‘virtual office’ concept and is an intense user of technology in order to improve flexibility and benefit staff. Z/Yen has 25 full-time-equivalent staff and over 300 associate experts. Z/Yen people share significantly in the benefits of success and Z/Yen seeks to develop a supportive environment in which professionals from a variety of disciplines can flourish.

Z/Yen’s slogan is “zest for enlightenment”, embodied in five distinguishing principles:

• investing in clients;
• investing in partners;
• improving ourselves;
• sharing rewards;
• keeping our sense of humour.

Z/Yen’s strategy is based on four activities:

• delivering superior work and undertaking ground-breaking projects where others fear to tread;
• developing a wider community of firms and individuals that support our clients;
• enhancing risk/reward thinking;
• investing in ventures where Z/Yen’s network and skills can add value.

Z/Yen manages projects or provides people to deliver timely, quality work for clients in demanding situations.