Does the BAS Programme staff conduct the project?
No. BAS Programme staff act as a facilitator between the enterprise and the consultant. They assist in organising the project and monitoring it after it begins, but they do not conduct or manage the project. The consultant provides the advisory services, and the client must coordinate with the consultant to ensure that the project stays focused on achieving the results set out in the project agreement. If misunderstandings develop between a client and consultant, or if a consultant does not perform up to expectations, the BAS Programme staff can intervene. • What are the main requirements in consultant selection? To be qualified by the BAS Programme, a consultant must demonstrate significant experience in providing advisory services to local clients. The BAS staff qualifies a consultant only after having visited at least two of the consultants previous clients as references. • Is it possible for a foreign consultant to be engaged on a BAS-supported project? Yes. Although over 90% of co