Smart Consulting Sourcing

Managing a consulting project is, first and foremost, about managing a project. You will need to manage three aspects to increase the likelihood of success: manage the stakeholders, manage the project and manage the change.
On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I explain how to work with consultants.
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How do consulting firms build their prices? What is the cost breakdown of a consulting firm? Understanding the different fee structures and when to use them is key to create more value when buying consulting services.
On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I talk about consulting fees and rates.
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Consulting is often defined as giving expert advice to other professionals. True, but I think it is a bit simplistic. Because sometimes the consultants don't give advice: they do the work !
On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I want to define what is consulting.  
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Sourcing doesn't start when you select the consultants you want to work with. It starts with a problem you want to solve. You could say sourcing starts even before you identify the projects that are sourcing candidates. 
On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I provide 5 Real-Life Lessons About Consulting Sourcing.  
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You should always check if you have some Internal resources available when you start a project. Because it frequently entails keeping expenditures low and making the most of your internal talents  and assets.However, this may rapidly run out of steam if the project team isn't granted adequate time and responsibilities to manage the project successfully. So how do you decide to launch a project internally or to hire consultants? 
On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I discuss How to lead a make-or-buy analysis for a consulting project.  
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When you start a project, you must select the appropriate consulting firm. A first glance, a global project is calling for a global consultancy. But is it always true?
On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I discuss whether you always need worldwide consultants for global projects.
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It's not easy to find a consulting firm that meets all of your criteria, but it's well worth the effort! By following this straightforward process, you'll find the best fit for you and your project.
On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I tell you how to evaluate the quality of a consultant.  
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There are several markers that define the “Consulting DNA” of a company: the obvious capability & industry experience, but also the footprint, culture, and delivery model.
On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I tell you how to qualify a consulting firm for a project.  
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The first question is not "do I need a consultant?" Instead ask yourself: do I have an urgent problem? If yes, find your best understanding of the issue and why it needs a solution. Then ask yourself: what kind of consultant can solve this issue? Another way to put it would be: who should be part of my dream team to solve this issue? 
On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I tell you how to find the right consultants.
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As an executive, you're probably used to making quick decisions. Given the amount of work that you have to do, you can't afford to dither. Is it worth your time to organize a competition when choosing your consultants?
On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I explain why you should put consultants in competition.
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