Higher Education Consulting
We specialize in helping colleges and universities enhance their auxiliary services to improve student satisfaction and maximize revenue. From campus stores and retailing, to housing, mailroom, dining, parking, and technology integration, we provide expert consulting to ensure your institution operates efficiently and profitably.
Revenue Optimization
We develop strategies to maximize income from campus services while maintaining affordability and quality engagement for students.
Operational Efficiency
Our team evaluates current operations, identifies inefficiencies, and implements cost-saving measures to streamline processes and boost productivity.
Student Experience Enhancement
We focus on improving the overall student experience by enhancing accessibility, convenience, and service quality in campus offerings.
Vendor & Contract Management
We assist in vendor selection, contract negotiations, and RFP development to ensure institutions secure the best possible partnerships.
Technology Integration
From digital course material strategies to contactless payment systems to smart inventory management, we help institutions implement the latest technology to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Why Choose Us?
· Higher Education Experts: Our consultants have extensive experience in the unique challenges of campus auxiliary services.
· Data-Driven Strategies: We use analytics and industry benchmarks to develop effective solutions tailored to your institution.
· Student-Centered Approach: We prioritize student satisfaction while ensuring financial sustainability.
· Custom Solutions: Every campus is different, and we provide personalized recommendations based on your specific needs.
What We Do:
Existing Business Model Evaluation
Financial Analysis
Our experts design financial models that shed light on potential outcomes, guiding your financial strategy for better future performance. Covering receivables, payables, cash flow statements, financial statement analysis, and return on investment analysis, our FP&A professionals offer in-depth insights to optimize your financial health and capitalize on opportunities.
Market Position Comparison
Gain a competitive edge with our competitor analysis, a part of our financial planning and analysis consulting. Understand rivals and market shifts to capitalize on opportunities backed by our FP&A experts’ in-depth insights and actionable intelligence. Armed with our trend analysis and industry reports, stay abreast of market shifts.
Trend Advisement
Market Trend Advisory acts like an X-ray that let's you see beneath the surface so you can track the health and structure of the market's trend. And you get powerful signals as to when the market trend is about to change, so you can take action at the appropriate time.
RFP Consulting
Our RFP creation and management services guide organizations through the complex process of defining, sourcing, and securing vendor partnerships. We streamline the RFP process from initial planning through vendor selection, ensuring clarity, compliance, and alignment with your organization’s strategic goals.
1. Needs Assessment and Requirement Gathering
We work with your team to assess project needs and define the scope and objectives clearly. This includes facilitating workshops and conducting interviews to gather detailed requirements, ensuring that the RFP reflects your organization’s unique needs and strategic priorities.
2. RFP Drafting and Documentation
Our team specializes in developing comprehensive RFP documents, including detailed specifications, evaluation criteria, and timelines. Each RFP is customized to attract qualified vendors, providing them with clear instructions on how to structure their proposals for ease of comparison and analysis.
3. Vendor Research and Pre-Qualification
To ensure you receive responses from capable vendors, we conduct thorough market research and pre-qualification screening. This includes identifying potential vendors, assessing their strengths, and ensuring that they meet your criteria before the RFP is distributed.
4. RFP Distribution and Vendor Communication
We manage the entire distribution process, coordinating with vendors to provide necessary details, answer queries, and clarify expectations. Our team ensures that all communications are timely, consistent, and compliant with industry standards and your organization’s policies.
5. Proposal Evaluation and Selection Support
Once proposals are submitted, we provide structured evaluation support, including scoring rubrics, qualitative assessments, and bid comparison summaries. We guide your team in identifying the best-fit vendor based on a balanced assessment of value, capabilities, and alignment with project goals.
6. Contract Development / Negotiation Assistance
We offer guidance on contract negotiations and development, ensuring the terms align with both the initial RFP requirements and your organizational policies. Our experience helps you mitigate risk, establish clear performance metrics, and secure favorable terms.
7. Change Management
We work with your team to streamline the process of translating planned changes or initiatives into action. It involves executing the strategies and action plans developed during the change planning phase, allocating necessary resources, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and monitoring progress.
Fees
Contact us to discuss how service fees can be arranged on an hourly, project or retainer based structure.