Business Development Services Consult Nb1 is a leading provider of business development support services. The suite of services has been specifically designed to meet the needs of a wide range of organisations. The business development services are founded on a singular objective - Consult NB1's intervention must help the client to grow and develop their business. Consult Nb1 expects that each client will have different requirements. The aim is to work closely with clients to understand their vision and objectives and develop a professional and trusting relationship with them. The suite of services includes: • Gathering, provision and discussion of market intelligence regarding the existing and future projects in the targeted accounts/sectors. • Assistance and advice on business development strategy and account planning. • Preparation of profiles of potential clients and partners. •Identification and research of new product/service areas of growth which would meet the strategic direction of your company. • Facilitation of focused intellectual debate and interaction at the executive team level to ratify and develop strategy and growth plans. Bid Support Services A successful bid needs knowledge and expertise in a wide range of areas. It is not unusual that companies on occasions find that their resources are stretched or they do not have the skills available to cater for the demands in specific bid situations. Consult Nb1 has extensive experience in the unique demands of tendering procedures both in the public and private sectors, particularly in regard to OJEC, GCat, SCat and other public sector procurement routes. They have many years experience in complex supply and service, PPP and PFI projects. Consult Nb1 can provide:- •Expert support and advice for Sales team leaders, bid managers and teams dealing with the demands of a variety of bid processes; •Detailed and focused analysis, collation and feedback on the project documentation e.g. PQQ, ITN, SOR etc; • Drafting and quality assurance of responses to the various stages of procurement; • Provision of detailed and focused analysis of the competition, client and all other stakeholders involved in the project; and • Facilitation of focus groups and workshops to develop the project win strategy. Partner and Client Networking Consult Nb1 has built up a unique network of contacts in the public and private sectors over many years. This network encompasses potential clients, partners, suppliers and the leading business organisations including IoD, CBI, Chamber of Commerce and the Sales Institute of Ireland. Consult Nb1 will use this network on your behalf to help you develop solutions for projects, gain market entry and build your company profile with all stakeholders. The services include:- • Development and maintenance of customer facing account plans, • Detailed and focused analysis, collation and feedback on potential existing in the identified market sector or account; • Development and maintenance of a focused client/partner contact plan for the sector/account; • Idenitification, initial contact and facilitation of engagements with targeted influencers in the customer/supplier/partner community who can be supportive and helpful to the wider aspects of future business development and specific projects for your company. Interim Management Placements A recent survey of 100 senior directors in UK companies showed that 78% felt that interim managers offered clear advantages over management consultants. Consult Nb1's Interim Management options provide immediate access to an experienced executive with proven capability and track record. Consult Nb1 provide part-time and full-time placements which will help organisations manage through those unexpected, interim and change related situations which occur in most companies from time to time. The period of engagement will be at the choice of the client and will offer maximum flexibility. The service will provide: • a fast effective solution; • placements experienced in the full range of business issues; • steady stewardship and mentoring to peers and sub-ordinates alike; • strategic advice and support; • hands-on, no nonsense delivery