April 12, 2014
IT consultants from a company like ITS, Inc. are an invaluable resource to small businesses, providing solutions and expertise that will help get your company’s IT strategy into fighting shape. The relationship between the consultancy and the client (you) goes both ways, so do everything you can to make the most of it. It’s especially important to know all the ins and outs of the process of selecting and hiring a consultant.
Be Choosy
A consultant will be of no help to you or your business if he or she doesn’t have any experience working with a company of your size and type. When hiring a consultant for a small business’ needs, do your research and take a look at specs. A consultant with experience working specifically in finance may not be the best bet for a small business that deals, for example, with auto repair. Check out factors like cost structure, methodology, and motivations to ensure you get the right results from your consultant.
Communicate
It should go without saying that your consultant should work well with people, and that means communication. A consultant who is both articulate and understanding of technology will be able to provide the best mix of information and to relate to your team.
Learn
Consultants can be amazing mentors. They’ve worked with businesses like yours and have intimate knowledge of the kinds of skills needed to keep landing great promotions and deals in the future. IBM certified consultants may even be able to teach you a niche skill that could prove competitive in today’s market. This all comes down to relationship building. By knowing your goals, your consultant can help you meet them and provide valuable knowledge and skills for future use.
Get Set Up for Success
Similar to building the aforementioned mentorship, IBM certified consultants will set your company up for success after the project is finished. Your IT consultant should not only provide services you need, but he or she should also be willing to train your staff to provide these same services. Find out ahead of time if your consultant can lead trainings to set up your staff to continue working once the contract has ended.
For more information about establishing a quality relationship with your IT consultant, contact us at ITS, Inc.
Thanks for reading,
Rob Connary, President - COO
