There are multiple reasons why a company may decide to hire a management consultant.

It could be because they are having troublesome issues that are affecting their performance. Or because they are planning to expand but have limited resources and want to ensure they optimize their investment. It could also be because they are struggling with new challenges created by changing market conditions, or facing increasing competition in their sector and need to find a new edge.  And it could be because they lack the internal resources, skill sets or bandwidth to address the challenge with the speed required.

These are just some of the many situations that create the need for external advice.

The ultimate question may simply be “Can we, in a timely fashion, solve the problem ourselves without pulling us away from our core mission, activities and customers or clients?”

The answer to this question depends on many factors. Here are some of them:

  • Have you fully identified the problem or the issues that may be causing it?
  • Does your team have the required expertise to develop and implement the solution?
  • Have you undertaken a similar project in the past?
  • Are you familiar with the latest methodologies and technologies that may be involved in implementing the solution?

If the answer to any of these questions is NO, your company should consider working with a management consulting firm.

Working with an outside team of experts will provide you the following advantages:

  • You will have an outside point of view, which will help you identify the source of the problem in a more efficient way, without preconceived notions or culture-bound perceptions.
  • You will not have to have to reassign members of your team to work on the project, taking them away from other critical activities and undermining your productivity.
  • You will receive the advice from experts in the field, who have developed similar projects in the past and are knowledgeable about best practices and possible pitfalls.
  • You will have a reliable partner that will accompany you through the entire process, from identifying root causes to laying out required steps to completing implementation.

We know we can help. Let’s start a conversation. Please contact us at ASUREXE.

ASUREXE is an international management advisory firm headquartered in Toronto, Canada. It specializes in business growth, change management and performance improvement, advising in the areas of strategy, leadership, operations and technology. The company provides consulting services to private and public entities across the globe. www.asurex.com