Many companies seek the assistance of boutique consultancies. While these firms are less well-known, they provide great resources at much more affordable prices. Beyond cost, there are many other benefits to working with boutique consulting firms. However, because of their smaller size, there are drawbacks to consider as well. Below are the pros and cons of working with a boutique consultancy vs. a large consulting firm.

1. The Pros and Cons of Boutique Consulting
Firms

2. PRO #1
Boutique consulting firms usually have the
flexibility to implement innovative strategies
and procedures. On the contrary, due to
established operating procedures, large
firms tend to be slower to adopt new ideas.
Innovation

3. PRO #2
Work with
the Experts
With the increase in flexibility, boutique consultancies have more ability
to meet face-to-face with clients and communicate regularly. Senior
consultants can be reached at any time by email or phone, and you will
likely receive responses within the same business day.
Additionally, because many boutique consultancies are founded by
consultants who previously worked at large firms, you will be getting
access to the experts at a lower cost.

4. PRO #3
Efficiency
Smaller boutique consultancies have to be more efficient with
their time and resources because they have fewer people
working on each project. This level of efficiency saves your
company both time and money. This causes the firms to finish
projects efficiently in order to move onto their next project.

5. PRO #4
Specialized Focus Areas
In order to stand out from a marketplace of
millions of boutique consultancies, firms have
to become specialized in different topics and
areas. Because of this, it gives you the ability
to search for a company who is familiar with
the industry you are in, as well as having
relevant experience.
This can ensure that you are finding a
consultant who is the best match for your
needs.

6. CON #1
Fewer Resources
Although having fewer employees can create a more
tightknit relationship between you and the consultancy, it
requires a higher percentage of company employees on
each project. In order to implement new projects, there
needs to be a consultant available to take on the project.
Therefore, there can be a delay in the project start date.
What matters more to you and your company: speed or
quality?

7. CON #2
Narrow Expertise
Most boutique consultancies are experts in a few fields. As a result, it can make
them inexperienced in other fields. There is a possibility that when choosing the
consultancy, you may end up choosing an agency that is not specialized in your
industry or the services you are looking for.
Although inexperience is not always negative, the best projects are usually
produced by a consultant firm that has the expertise in the services you need.

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Consulting can help your business?
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