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Models.

Five structured ways to engage IBEAN — from a single assessment through to a full outcome-linked partnership. Every model is designed for accountability, not dependency.

Engagement Progression

M01

One-Time Assessment

2 hours – 8 weeks

M02

Consulting Project

30 – 90 days

M03

Monthly Advisory

Minimum 3 months

M04

Execution Retainer

3 – 12 months

M05

Outcome-Based Model

6 – 18 months

Five Models / Choose Your Engagement Structure

Structured for Every Stage

Entry Point

One-Time Assessment

Fee

Fixed fee per assessment level

Timeline

2 hours – 8 weeks

Commitment

Single engagement

A single, scoped assessment engagement — Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3. Ideal for businesses that want objective clarity before committing to a longer engagement.

Best For

Businesses that are not yet ready for ongoing engagement but want to understand where they stand.

What's Included

  • check_circleScoped diagnostic (Level 1, 2, or 3)
  • check_circleStructured deliverables and reports
  • check_circleRecommendations briefing session
  • check_circleOptional: follow-up consulting proposal
Most Common

Consulting Project

Fee

Fixed project fee

Timeline

30 – 90 days

Commitment

Single project

A defined-scope strategic consulting engagement focused on one or more advisory practices. Clear inputs, deliverables, and timelines — with a structured output at the close.

Best For

Businesses that have clarity on a specific strategic challenge and want expert advisory with a concrete outcome.

What's Included

  • check_circleOne or more Strategic Advisory practices
  • check_circleStrategic Action Plan & playbooks
  • check_circleKPI framework delivery
  • check_circleExecution roadmap handover
  • check_circleClose-out briefing and Q&A
Ongoing Guidance

Monthly Advisory

Fee

Monthly retainer

Timeline

Minimum 3 months

Commitment

Rolling monthly

Ongoing strategic advisory on a monthly retainer — a structured partnership for business leaders who want a consistent expert voice in their decision-making.

Best For

Founders and business leaders who want ongoing strategic guidance without committing to full-time advisory.

What's Included

  • check_circleMonthly strategy sessions
  • check_circlePriority issue deep-dives
  • check_circleDecision support & review
  • check_circleAccess to relevant frameworks and tools
  • check_circleProgress tracking against agreed priorities
Full Implementation

Execution Retainer

Fee

Monthly retainer (3–12 months)

Timeline

3 – 12 months

Commitment

Fixed-term retainer

A full execution engagement where IBEAN works alongside your team to implement strategy, build systems, and deliver measurable operational outcomes over a defined period.

Best For

Businesses ready to implement — with the intent to build permanent operational capability, not ongoing dependency.

What's Included

  • check_circleHands-on execution support
  • check_circleFractional CXO or specialist access
  • check_circleTechnology and system implementation
  • check_circlePerformance dashboards and KPI tracking
  • check_circleMonthly performance reports
Advanced — Performance-Linked

Outcome-Based Model

Fee

Base + performance fee / Revenue share

Timeline

6 – 18 months

Commitment

Outcome-linked contract

An advanced engagement structure where fees are partially or fully linked to measurable business outcomes — revenue growth, cost reduction, or other agreed performance metrics.

Best For

Businesses with clear, measurable targets — and leadership confident in outcomes who want IBEAN to share the accountability.

What's Included

  • check_circleFull scope assessment + strategy + execution
  • check_circleJointly agreed performance targets and KPIs
  • check_circleRevenue share or performance-linked fee structure
  • check_circleGovernance checkpoints with evidence-based reporting
  • check_circleMinimum base engagement to establish baseline
FAQ / Common Questions

Frequently Asked

Questions about how engagements are structured, how fees work, and what to expect at each stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Engagement Models — Common Questions

4 Questions
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Choose your starting point.

Every engagement begins with a conversation. Tell us where you are and we'll recommend the right model.