ASSIGNMENT 8 REFLECT

Operations Management

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Operations Management

Admittedly, in this modern world, the topic of consulting processes is a topic which has preoccupied both the clients and the companies. However, there is still a gap between the reality and the theory which has been brought about by the failure of companies to adapt and change to the requirement needed in the market (Jeston, 2014). Consulting steps include contact, agreement, information and assessment, feedback, alignment, change target and transition strategies, implementation, evaluation, and learning.

Initially, I was working on a client project about a dairy company and I learned that the most difficult phase to implement in the consulting cycle is the information and assessment phase. Since it involves a lot of activities like gathering information about the project (Margerison, 2017). Additionally, after collecting the data and information about the project it is later analyzed so as to come up with the suitable process of handling the project of the client. Apparently, this stage is very vital since it helps in the evaluation of the data corrected so as to assess the weakness and strength of the client’s project.

Undoubtedly, the best method of ensuring the information and assessment phase is fully implemented is by utilizing the best methods of collecting data which include surveys, observations, questionnaires and interviews (Nissen & Seifert, 2015). Similarly, a best analyzing method which includes quantitative and qualitative research methods can be utilized in ensuring this stage is fully implemented

In conclusion, the client must be cooperative in gathering information about the project so that the information can be utilized during analysis so as to come up with a solution to certain problematic issues which can arise in the project.

References

Jeston, J. (2014). Business process management. Routledge.

Margerison, C. J. (2017). Managerial Consulting Skills: A Practical Guide: A Practical Guide. Routledge.

Nissen, V., & Seifert, H. (2015). Virtualization of Consulting–Benefits, Risks and a Suggested _x000D_Decision Process.