How can a consultant help my business?

We can help your business by offering specialized expertise, objective insights, and problem-solving skills. We tailor solutions to your specific needs, saving time and resources. Our purpose is to bring efficiency, network connections, and a focus on measurable results. We work hard to mitigate risks, provide market insights, and foster innovation, ultimately contributing to your business's growth and success.

What is the expected level of client involvement?

Client involvement in a consulting project is essential for success. It includes active communication, goal setting, data sharing, decision-making, resource allocation, and ongoing collaboration to achieve project objectives. The extent of involvement varies but requires consistent engagement and cooperation.

How do you handle confidential information and data security?

Data security is a top priority for our consulting practice, and we understand the critical importance of protecting your confidential information. Here's how we ensure data security:

1. Compliance Standards: Our practice adheres to industry-specific compliance standards and regulations. For example, if your industry requires HIPAA compliance or GDPR adherence, we ensure our processes align with these regulations.

2. Access Controls: We maintain strict access controls, allowing only authorized team members who are directly involved in your project to access your data. We follow the principle of least privilege, meaning individuals only have access to the specific data they need.

3. Confidentiality Agreements: We are open to signing confidentiality agreements or non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to legally commit to protecting your data and ensuring its confidentiality.

4. Secure Technologies: We employ secure technologies and encryption methods to protect your data during transmission and storage. Our IT infrastructure is regularly updated to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.

5. Client Collaboration: We view data security as a collaborative effort. We encourage open communication with our clients regarding any specific security requirements or concerns you may have. Your feedback is invaluable in enhancing our security measures.

6. Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuous improvement in data security. As new threats and challenges emerge, we proactively adapt our security measures to stay ahead of potential risks.

Your data's security is our responsibility, and we take it seriously. We want you to have complete confidence that your information is safe with us throughout our consulting engagement.

You mentioned you work with partners, are there any potential conflicts of interest?

We have a transparent process in place to identify and manage any conflicts that may arise. Rest assured, our primary commitment is always to our client's best interests, and we work diligently to avoid any conflicts that could compromise that commitment.

What experience and expertise does the consultant have in my industry?

The primary consultant Amy Calder, has been an internal consultant to the biotech industry for the past 25 years. She has executed large changes across global organizations. She’s been involved in over 7 M&A deals on both sides of the table. In addition, she has held Operations, Commercial, and Compliance leadership roles. She brings a unique perspective to the table for problem-solving given her diverse background. She has sat in many seats and understands the view from each of them. She is data-driven but also understands that the quest for perfect data can sometimes be a roadblock. Amy’s network is vast and connects you to a variety of experts you have to take more time to find individually.