How does one evaluate consulting companies?
Start by sending an NDA (Non Disclosure Agreement) to (the short list) pre-selected consulting companies. After this document is signed, send the consulting company your project scope document and establish dates for interviews and meetings (on your premises and their premises). It is advisable that pre-screened companies become familiar with your project scope and schedule prior to the interview. Ask them to bring to the table any ideas and material about your project and related subjects. Engaging with companies with different backgrounds and viewing various approaches or techniques will help you better understand the problems you are tackling and identify potential practical solutions. Some questions that you should ask a consulting company: • How long have you been in business? • What types of projects/issues have you tackled before? • What projects do you prefer to work on? • What roles can you and your team cover in this project? • Do you work in our industry? Who are your main c
