Two leading Scottish businesses – Murgitroyd of Glasgow and Insights of Dundee – have been recognised among the UK’s top private companies at Deloitte’s first-ever UK Best Managed Companies awards.
Business services firm Murgitroyd, headquartered in Glasgow, and technology company Insights, based in Dundee, were named among just ten winners from across the UK. This year’s cohort represents a diverse range of industries, including construction, hospitality, education, and technology.
The accolade celebrates businesses that demonstrate exceptional strategy, strong leadership, commitment to talent development and consistent business performance. The winners were honoured at an exclusive awards evening at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking on 12 June 2025.
Murgitroyd is a global intellectual property firm advising clients across life sciences, engineering, and technology. With 22 offices worldwide, the company supports innovators in protecting and commercialising their ideas through strategic patent, trademark, and design services.
Insights, a global leader in learning and development solutions headquartered in Dundee, has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Managed Companies by Deloitte, affirming its place among the nation’s most innovative, purpose-driven and high-performing private businesses.
Founded and headquartered in Dundee, Insights has grown into a world-renowned business with operations in 16 countries and over 700 employees globally. With more than 65% of its revenue generated overseas, Insights is a leading example of a Scottish-headquartered company making a substantial impact on the global stage.
Insights helps organisations improve self-awareness, team effectiveness and leadership performance through its flagship tool, Insights Discovery, used by over 18,000 practitioners and 2,600 partner organisations to support clients in over 90 countries.
Insights Chief Executive Officer Fiona Logan commented:
“We are incredibly proud to be recognised by Deloitte as one of the UK’s Best Managed Companies. This award celebrates not just our growth, but the culture, strategy and values that drive us. It’s a testament to the hard work and passion of our global Insights community and our commitment to delivering purposeful impact through learning and development.”
Deloitte Private partner and UK Best Managed Companies leader, Claire Evans, said:
“The Best Managed Companies programme celebrates the passion, resilience, and focus on sustainable growth that are hallmarks of the UK’s leading private businesses. These businesses are purpose-driven, disciplined, and industry-leading. They are confidently navigating the future and setting an inspiring standard for success among private businesses in the UK.”
Paul Hazelton, Deloitte Glasgow Partner, commented:
“We are proud to see two Scottish companies take their place among the UK’s Best Managed Companies at our inaugural awards.
Murgitroyd and Insights are brilliant examples of the innovation and ambition that define Scotland’s business landscape. They impressed a panel of independent judges with their clarity of purpose, strong leadership and impact in their respective sectors. Their success is a testament to the breadth of talent and potential we have across Scotland’s private business community.”
About the Awards
The Best Managed Companies awards programme is an international initiative that assesses the quality of business management in areas such as strategy, capabilities, innovation, culture, commitment, governance, and finance.
Deloitte’s programme evaluates private businesses against four key pillars:
Strategy – A clearly defined, well-communicated strategy that aligns with internal strengths and market opportunities.
Culture and Commitment – A values-driven culture that supports leadership development, inclusivity, and long-term sustainability.
Capabilities and Innovation – A strong focus on execution, productivity, innovation, and talent acquisition to deliver strategic goals.
Governance and Financials – Effective use of KPIs, disciplined financial management, and robust governance structures.
Eligible companies must be privately owned, UK-based, and demonstrate superior performance over the past three years. The judges consistently praised Insights’ strong purpose-led approach, innovative use of technology, and commitment to its people.
