Jazz has been working with companies for more than a decade – and before anything takes place, we listen. Business consulting is about providing solutions, which can happen in a number of ways, with communication and understanding at the heart of success.

Once we understand the needs of our clients, we take a hands-on approach to developing solutions. Developing solutions is about putting expertise to work and helping clients reach new levels of success. Our process includes:

• Client Needs: We first determine the needs of a client through discussions, reviewing company documentation and presentations; and getting input from all levels of staff.

• Research: It is often the case that many companies have not considered what has happened in the market for several years. The research process includes gathering current market information, updated industry and market forecasts, identifying new products and services, understanding the competitive landscape, pricing (and price elasticity), and more.

• Strategy: Developing or updating current strategies may encompass many things...
o General business strategies – positioning, niche exploitation, how to gain market share and more
o Marketing strategies & tactics – advertising (print, mail, broadcast), brand development (or redevelopment), use of Internet and online opportunities, incorporation of best-in-class e-commerce, business and/or social networks and more
o Financial strategies – updating short and long term projections, analysis of past results, understanding of financial drivers and determining cash requirements

Execution is everything: Continually updating strategies serves as a blueprint for the future of a business, regardless of industry, market, or company size. Left alone, strategies ‘spoil’. Without champions and execution, the strategic planning process will ultimately falter. When desired, we take an active role in executing plans by working closely with clients and their staff.

Experience is important: Our firm brings years of experience crossing many disciplines to the table. Yet return on investment is always the important indicator.

ROI - Getting or increasing Return on Investment is the goal of any business. It often begins with a “business audit”, a process that looks at all aspects of a business – strategies, marketing plan, brand, forecasts, operations, customer service, advertising, sales and financial results, etc. A business audit, which is not necessarily a unique concept and should not be equated with a formal financial audit, allows everyone to understand where you are, where you want to go and what will be required to take you there. It is at that point we can determine the desired and realistic ROI goal and, in many cases, use it for funding alternatives.

 

Founded in 1998, Jazz works with companies in a unique manner. Whereas there are consultants that focus solely on financial problems – balance sheet restructuring, financial negotiations, and dealing with systemic financial distress, Jazz takes a different approach.

With an understanding that each situation is unique, we serve as business advisors and partners. Our experience crosses many disciplines and industries. We have backgrounds in finance, marketing, start-ups, turnarounds, retail, direct marketing, software, non-profits, sports and athletics, franchising, food marketing, education, and energy.

Our affiliate network encompasses creative services, brand analysis and re-positioning, a full range of internet services and tools, advertising, direct marketing and more. We welcome the opportunity to meet with you and discuss your needs and understand your vision and business objectives.

Let us partner with you to help you grow.

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Our goal is identifying alternatives that ultimately lead to ‘best solutions’. While no project is the same, no project is complete without exploring alternatives and fostering the discussion that leads to developing strategies that are suitable.

Our efforts lead to solutions that drive:
o New or updated business plans and strategies
o Market assessments and research
o Financial strategies and historical analysis
o Sales planning and strategies
o Customer service and teleservice planning and training
o Web ‘services’ – from a traditional web presence to complete online marketing using latest tools and techniques
o Creative programs that take disparate messages, statements and graphic design and make it consistent, precise and as ‘edgy or narrow’ as your market requires.

Exploring alternatives, developing plans and strategies; building in the right solutions and execution is how our years of experience help companies grow. Contact us to learn more and explore the ways our firm can help your company.

Providing Best Solutions

A Unique Approach to Business Consulting