Putnam is a strategy consulting firm serving the life sciences sector. Founded in 1988 in Boston, the firm works with biopharmaceutical, diagnostics and medical device companies, as well as private equity and venture capital investors. Its client roster includes all of the top 10 global biopharmaceutical companies.
The firm's work combines sophisticated quantitative analytics with qualitative fact-finding to inform decision-making on therapeutic area strategy, market access and pricing, product launch planning, commercialization growth and evidence generation. Engagements span the full arc of a product's commercial life, from pre-launch planning through to growth strategy.
Putnam employs over 400 consultants across 10 offices in 8 countries, with locations including Boston, San Francisco, New York City and London. Teams are organised around client problems rather than rigid structures, and work is oriented toward measurable client impact. The firm is part of Inizio Ignite, a global advisory platform for health and life sciences.




