FOR MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCIES
Strategy in Action (SiA) X consultingheads for management consultancies
Advising your clients with an effective business strategy can be a challenge for management consultancies. Together with consultingheads and the “Strategy in Action” (SiA) program, we support management consultancies in the development and implementation of their strategies to enable sustainable growth and the scaling of their business.
What advantages does Strategy in Action offer?
The traditional approach to strategic planning is reaching its limits in today’s fast-moving business world. With SiA for management consultancies, you address this problem through flexibility, team integration and clear responsibilities to promote measurable growth and sustainable success.
A new, additional source of income
Strategy in Action is used to attract new customers, create new revenue streams and develop a scalable solution that will provide you with recurring revenue for many years to come.
Cross-selling and upselling
Offer your new and existing customers additional services, such as data & insights or individual advice. The SiA program for management consultancies enables an annual strategy refresh as an upselling opportunity.
Access to a broader target group
With SiA for management consulting, you benefit from consultingheads’ extensive network and the central SiA provider database. You receive exclusive access to partners and companies from the network.
Status quo differentiation
With SiA for management consultancies, you can set yourself apart from the competition and respond proactively to industry challenges. They deepen customer loyalty and strengthen their branding as a growth driver.
Improved resource utilization
Take your team performance to a new level. Experience how SiA for management consultancies increases your productivity by enabling you to serve more clients.
For a wide range of industries
Strategy in Action (SiA) is the strategic cornerstone for industries worldwide and offers customized solutions for unique challenges. From financial services, energy and telecommunications to transportation and many other industries, the program adapts its approach to the specifics of each industry.
Automotive
In order to manage change in the automotive industry, a strategic compass is required that is aligned with new trends and changes. SiA’s platform empowers automotive executives to understand and shape this evolving landscape.
Aerospace & Defense
The aerospace and defense sector is at a crucial turning point where new challenges and new opportunities are emerging. SiA enables companies to skillfully navigate these changes. While the commercial aerospace sector is struggling with upheaval, the defense segment remains a stable pillar. The SiA approach harmonizes this dynamic, promotes innovation in the defence sector and strengthens operations.
Construction
The construction industry is in the midst of a transformative era, with the rise of infrastructure investment, the sustainability imperative and the digital innovation revolution. SiA helps industry players to find their way in these turbulent times. By using SiA, companies can decode the complexity of sustainable building materials and leverage digital progress for optimized operations and a robust supply chain. SiA ensures that companies are not only fit for the future, but also positioned as innovation leaders.
Energy
Navigating today’s energy landscape requires more than just adaptation; it requires foresight and strategic innovation. As global pressure for sustainable, affordable solutions increases and the need to integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations grows, SiA provides companies with the tools to strengthen their market position. With the support of SiA, companies can take advantage of emerging consumer trends and assert themselves on the market.
Financial services
In the changing landscape of financial services, SiA is your strategic guide. SiA equips institutions to pick up on these trends and at the same time deal with technology-driven upheavals and changes in the industry. As we adapt to the post-COVID-19 era, technology remains critical to growth and customer satisfaction.
Telecommunications
The telecoms sector is experiencing rapid change and increasing pressure from competition and regulation amid the rise of 5G, AI and the IoT. SiA is a comprehensive end-to-end digital strategy tool that is aligned with these emerging trends, providing customized solutions and actionable insights. By using SiA, telecommunications companies can not only manage the complexity of today, but also pre-emptively develop strategies for tomorrow to ensure sustainable growth and relevance in a dynamic landscape.
Sport & Entertainment
In the dynamic sports and entertainment landscape, where fans demand personalized and interactive content, the way companies shape their strategy is of great importance. With the boundaries between physical and digital experiences blurring, the influence of streaming providers increasing and an urgent need to adapt to the rapidly changing industry, a flexible strategy is crucial. The SiA program enables a repeatable strategic process. It is designed to educate customers and ensure that their strategy is adaptable in the long term, enabling entertainment and sports companies to win in the market.
Food & Beverages
From the accelerated growth of online grocery to the demand for healthier food and responsible sourcing, we are guiding companies through these changing times. SiA equips food and beverage brands with tools to stay ahead of trends. We ensure that your company not only keeps pace with developments in the industry, but also leads the way with innovation and customer satisfaction.
Hospitality industry
SiA enables you to leverage trends such as hyper-personalization, digitized guest experiences and the use of renewable energy to ensure your strategies align with the evolving needs of today’s guests. With SiA, you can tailor your approach to leisure travelers, offer holistic health and wellbeing experiences and incorporate AI-driven solutions.
Productions
Digitalization is driving change in the industry and requires innovative business models, the seamless integration of products and a consistent focus on the customer. In the midst of growth, there are always problems such as labor shortages and supply chain disruptions. A flexible and agile strategy is required to cope with this complex environment. SiA provides an essential end-to-end strategic solution that equips manufacturers with the tools to mitigate risk, capitalize on opportunities and strengthen their position in a volatile market.
Pharmaceutical industry
In the face of challenges such as rising inflation, a shortage of specialists, expiring patents and increasing therapeutic competition, success depends on a targeted strategy. Key areas include rapid growth, digitalization of the value chain, adaptation to price pressure and the use of value-based planning. SiA offers a comprehensive strategic toolkit that enables pharmaceutical companies to precisely manage these complex interrelationships, promote innovation and ensure sustainable business results in a challenging environment.
Retail trade
In the dynamic retail landscape, SiA understands the convergence of traditional and digital spheres and focuses on data-driven strategies.With our expertise in strategy formulation and implementation, we help retail companies overcome challenges ranging from maximizing customer loyalty to implementing ESG agendas.
Technologies
Strategy in Action (SiA) is a beacon for IT companies in this dynamic environment. SiA provides an end-to-end strategy formulation and execution tool, enabling IT organizations to deftly navigate the intricacies of the market, efficiently manage costs and seize new opportunities to stay at the forefront of innovation and market leadership.
Other
In today’s networked market, an adaptable strategy is required in all sectors. SiA offers a holistic approach that can be seamlessly integrated into the structure of any organization. From healthcare to agriculture, publishing to logistics and beyond, SiA’s robust framework provides a comprehensive strategic plan that addresses the industry’s unique challenges. SiA emphasizes team engagement, world-class training and the promise of a repeatable, high-impact strategic process, ensuring organizations are set up for sustainable success. This universal applicability ensures that SiA will drive your strategic aspirations, whether you are in education, real estate or any other sector not listed above.
SiA's solutions
Implementing strategies operationally
Feature 1: SiA platform
The first strategy workflow software of its kind. For developing, implementing and updating your consulting strategy.
- The first digital platform dedicated entirely to strategy.
- Secure, collaborative and cloud-based solution.
- Includes strategy, business plan, progress report and strategy update.
Feature 2: Workshops & coaching
Intensive workshops and coaching sessions led by SiA-certified consultants designed to engage and educate your employees to maximize results.
- Conducted by SiA experts in your field who will support you every step of the way.
- Expert workshops and coaching to challenge and develop your teams.
- Strategy expertise to expand your knowledge and skills.
- Access to additional customized advice from your management consultancy, as required.
Feature 3: Data & Insights
Collected insights and analyses specifically for your consulting strategy. To make informed decisions and promote growth.
Your strategy is supported by data, research and insights.
Strategic foresight to make your management consultancy future-proof.
Industry benchmarking and ratings.
Comprehensive insights from surveys based on the expertise of your teams.
Market sizes, trends and competitor analyses so that you are always one step ahead.
SiA for management consultancies in 3 steps
Get your SiA certification through consultingheads and strengthen your value proposition:
Step 1:
Book a consultation, register and be invited to join the consultingheads network.
Step 2:
Complete the SiA Certified Professionals Program – the tailor-made training course that enables you as a management consultancy to market, advise and supply your existing and potential clients.
Step 3:
Expand your skills, abilities and knowledge as a management consultant and expand your know-how with SiA for management consultancies.
How we support SiA-certified management consultancies
We support you as a management consultancy and are always at your side. We provide you with all the tools you need to advise your customers and further expand your advisory business.
Marketing and sales support
We are here to support your consultancy’s business development efforts and bring you clients. You will receive a place in the SiA partner portal and exclusive access to the consultingheads network.
Partnership Excellence Manager
Get your own Partnership Excellence Manager as soon as your certification is completed. We accompany you continuously on your way to ensure that you achieve your goals and always stay on the right course.
Project Co-Delivery
If you need our support – we are here for you! We offer all our SiA consultancies the opportunity to work with a team of SiA experts so that you can support your clients with confidence and success at all times.
The SiA certification program
We train and certify you as a management consultant through our Certified Professionals program. After assessing your needs, we will provide you with all the knowledge, skills and abilities you need to successfully market SiA. The SiA team will carry out the program within 2 to 6 weeks, depending on your requirements.
Start your journey as a SiA Certified Professional
The first step to becoming a SiA certified management consultancy is to participate in the SiA Certified Professionals Program.
As soon as you have been accepted into the CP program, we will start the training. Opt for individual training or take part in a planned CP group program, depending on your needs.
SiA Certified Professionals are outstanding individuals who, through training, practice and assessment, have proven skills that enable them to master the SiA process and platform, facilitate workshops and conduct coaching sessions.
Any questions?
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What is the Strategy in Action certification program?
The SiA Certified Professional program is your path to mastering the entire strategy activation process. In the course of the program you will:
- Acquire the skills required to implement Strategy in Action in any organization by using the SiA platform,
- study basic strategy theories and frameworks and learn how to effectively prepare and conduct strategy workshops using real-life case studies.
Who is the Strategy in Action certification program for?
The SiA Certified Professionals Program is a training course specially developed by SiA for management consultancies. It aims to train outstanding individuals who have the necessary skills for coaching and support during the SiA process.
How is the SiA CP program structured?
The program follows a structured path of training sessions held either in person or online, depending on your needs.
- 2 to 2.5 days of live training with our experienced SiA coaches
- Full access to the SiA training portal, an online resource with training materials, videos, case studies and more.
What are the benefits of the Strategy in Action certification program?
The Strategy in Action Certified Professional program is designed to provide you with the following key benefits:
- After the course you will be fully trained in the theory and process of the Strategy in Action program and platform.
- The certification program offers first-class training in strategic agility and strategic decision-making.
- The program prepares you comprehensively to confidently communicate the “Strategy in Action” program to customers.
- Upon successful completion of the SiA CP program, you will receive a CPD-registered professional qualification.