# Collin Consulting Ltd

Collin Consulting Ltd was a specialist management consulting firm based in London that focused exclusively on the banking and payments industry. Founded by Nick Collin, the company provided strategic advisory services with particular expertise in EMV chip technology and card payment systems.

The firm served financial institutions, payment processors and banking organisations seeking to navigate the complex landscape of payment innovation and technology adoption. Their primary value proposition centred on helping clients leverage technology strategically to drive business growth and competitive advantage, with an unparalleled depth of knowledge in EMV chip implementation—a critical area during the industry's transition to chip-based card security.

What distinguished Collin Consulting was Nick Collin's independent approach combined with access to a carefully selected network of expert partners. Rather than relying on large consulting teams, the firm delivered bespoke, high-value advisory by drawing on deep industry experience and established relationships. This model enabled them to provide personalised, strategic guidance rather than generic solutions.

The company also established itself as a thought leader through extensive published research articles and opinion pieces on emerging payment trends, from Apple Pay and mobile payments to dynamic currency conversion and Bitcoin. They delivered specialist EMV chip workshops and training services, positioning themselves as educators as well as advisors.

Although now retired, Nick Collin maintains the website as a knowledge resource documenting the firm's consulting legacy and extensive body of research on payment industry developments.