Initial conversation explores transformation objectives, current architecture constraints, and whether intelligent order approach aligns with organizational readiness.
Different transformation challenges require different partnership models. We adapt our engagement approach to match your specific needs, timeline constraints, and organizational readiness for change. The right model depends on where you are and where you need to go.
This is full-scope transformation partnership from initial strategy through detailed implementation to operational handoff. We embed with your organization, architecting and building the future state while simultaneously training internal teams to run it. We take ownership of outcomes and business results, not just project deliverables on a statement of work.
Designed for organizations with strong internal teams that need strategic direction rather than execution resources. We deliver the target architecture, detailed roadmap, and governance framework. Your teams execute the implementation with our ongoing oversight, course correction, and strategic guidance at critical decision points.
A rapid but rigorous diagnostic of current state operations, identification of the highest-value improvement levers, and a prioritized roadmap with detailed financial impact modeling. This accelerated approach proves perfect for private equity due diligence evaluations or internal business case development when decisions must be made quickly.
Step into CIO, VP Operations, or Program Director roles during transitions. Lead the transformation while recruiting and developing permanent leadership. Bridge the gap between strategy and execution.
We start with a diagnostic conversation to understand your operating pressures, organizational readiness, and timeline constraints. The engagement model emerges from the transformation requirements, not the other way around.
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Initial review of transformation challenge and organizational context
Deep dive into architecture constraints, stakeholder alignment issues, prior initiative failures
Honest evaluation whether intelligent order methodology applies to specific situation
Discovery assessment, architecture design, implementation oversight, or recovery engagement
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Confidentiality: Initial conversations conducted under mutual NDA if requested. Architecture assessments and case study access require confidentiality agreement. No transformation details shared without explicit authorization.
Organizations reach out at different stages. Most conversations fall into one of these patterns.
PE firm acquiring target, board mandating transformation, executive team planning S/4HANA migration. Need architecture assessment before engaging Big 4 or implementation partner.
Transformation underway but value capture unclear, stakeholder alignment breaking, technical debt accumulating. Need independent assessment of what's salvageable vs. requires redesign.
Prior implementation failed spectacularly. Vendor phase collapsed, budget exceeded, no working software delivered. Executive confidence shaken. Need someone who's recovered these before.
Portfolio company needs 100-day value capture, 12-18 month operational transformation, exit-ready architecture. Standard consulting timelines incompatible with PE velocity requirements.
Both, depending on organizational need. Some engagements require architecture design and strategic oversight while implementation partner executes. Others need hands-on technical leadership embedded in program team. Assessment conversation determines appropriate model.
Platform-agnostic with deep SAP expertise, but intelligent order principles apply across any enterprise stack. Architecture matters more than vendor selection. Experience spans full spectrum from legacy ECC migrations to cloud-native implementations.
Cross-sector pattern recognition enables intelligence transfer between industries. Pharmaceutical GxP validation principles inform medical device compliance. Chemical process optimization translates to food manufacturing. Energy real-time execution applies to industrial MES integration.
Complexity matters more than revenue scale. Mid-market firm with post-acquisition integration across disparate planning systems (Kinaxis, AspenTech, spreadsheets) can be more complex than Fortune 500 doing straightforward ERP upgrade. Experience spans PE portfolio companies, mid-market industrials, and multinational enterprises. Multi-continent operations (LATAM, NA, EMEA, APAC) with regulatory complexity (GxP, ISO, trade compliance) across business units.
Discovery assessments: fixed fee (4-6 weeks). Architecture design: fixed fee or time-and-materials depending on scope certainty. Implementation oversight: monthly retainer or embedded daily rate. Recovery engagements: success-based fee tied to achieving operational stability milestones. Discussed after initial conversation establishes engagement type.
Yes. Most engagements involve coordination with established consulting firms, boutique practices, or vendor implementation teams. Architecture oversight and strategic direction while partner handles execution. Experience working alongside global advisory practices, regional specialists, and offshore delivery centers. Governance model ensures alignment without creating redundant management layers.
Discovery conversation includes honest assessment of methodology fit. Some situations require different approaches (pure technology refresh, simple system replacement, etc.). Will recommend alternative paths if intelligent order architecture doesn't align with organizational readiness or transformation objectives. No engagement pressure if not right fit.
No pressure, no sales pitch. Just honest discussion about whether intelligent order approach aligns with your transformation challenge.
Request Initial ConversationTwo ways to begin: Take our free assessment or schedule a diagnostic conversation.
Take our Operating Pressure Assessment to identify your primary transformation challenges. Receive a personalized pathway recommendation and detailed diagnostic report.
Speak directly with our team. We'll discuss your operating pressures, constraints, and transformation timeline. No sales pitch-just diagnostic clarity.