“Leave it to the experts!”
The development of a new product quickly outpaced the competencies of the mid-sized company, as the project required more than just expertise in development, design, and prototype manufacturing. The CEO reports that “we suddenly had to deal with complicated patent issues, complicated financing, and complicated matters related to launch in the market. There was no project manager on our team who could handle all these particular difficulties.” Thus, the CEO decided to hire an external project specialist with the following qualifications: project-specific information, knowledge of the latest management approaches, a network of supportive experts, and the personal attributes to successfully close the project.
It used to be unusual to appoint interim managers to projects. But the situation is changing due to the increasing number of more complex and demanding projects.
Our interim management experts recommend implementing the following 4 strategies:
Many companies only seek help from interim managers in emergencies. He is expected to make up for the loss and get the project back on track. Our interim experts remind us that “an IT project, for example, that seems unexpected at first glance, can easily develop into a tidal wave.” We also have to note that it is not just about technical tasks; organizational and cultural matters also need to be considered, as introducing employees to a new software.
Today, there is more project specialists than professional project management skills and on-the-job experience. State-of-the-art methods, leadership skills and most importantly, project experience are essential requirements. A company has to compile a precise qualification and job profile to match the ideal project specialist. However, such specialists are difficult to find in the free market. IE Consulting LLC is one of the reputed organizations which provides the best Interim CEO, Interim Manager or Consultant as per the requirement of the client in order to give the best benefits to their businesses.
Interim managers typically work their way into a project quickly and know how to win the trust of the company and employee. Interim managers must necessarily have specialized knowledge of the project-specific industry, they need to know its characteristics. In addition, they need to be masters of the tools and equipment of leadership. In addition to social skills, interim managers must possess charisma and considerable prestige is required, as they have to perform solidly in their position.
Our interim managers provide experience as well as a network of diverse experts, such as specialists in change management or project marketing. Such relations are mandatory in case of emergency in a project. A major advantage is that interim managers can assess the qualifications and experience of their specialists. In many cases, they have already collaborated on previous projects and can quickly resolve difficulties together.
About International Executive Consulting LLC:
International Executive Consulting LLC provides professional consulting services for project and process management, change management as well as the development of the project and process-oriented organizations. IE Consulting LLC with our experts has worked for companies in various industries, primarily from the IT & Telecommunications sector, Plant Engineering, Industrial & Pharmaceuticals, Mobility & Logistics, Banking & Insurance. We have been providing the best service for our customers for more than 20 years in the field. Get in touch with us today!