Businesses are forever changing and they must do so, given the dynamic environment within which they operate. But how to change, or which strategy to take to successfully compete in the marketplace, are dilemmas that many organisations face.

Frequently people have commented on our tag line - from dilemma to strategy. Their comments seem to cluster around the following examples:

"That's exactly what we need - strategies"

"Sounds like us - in a dilemma"

Often an objective, independent and insightful viewpoint can lead organisations to greater heights and better decisions.

Is your organisation one that is:

• Growing rapidly with little time to manage strategically?
• In declining markets with mature products/services?
• About to commercialise?
• Without real focus and drive?
• Unsure of its point of difference in highly competitive markets?
• Having to compete on service quality and unsure of how to deliver this?
• In need of cultural change?
• Downsizing and needing to outsource non-core activities?

Our consulting assignments are highly focused on your outcomes. We are different from other consultants because we deliver results, not just good advice. Just like an in-house department, Business Decisions can integrate its services with your existing organisation, work with you to identify what needs to be done, and then deliver the agreed service and result, interacting with other functions in your organisation as required.

Dr Garry Luxmoore, Principal of Business Decisions, is a member of the Institute of Management Consultants.The Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) is the professional body representing management consultants in Australia. The Institute's mission is to represent and promote the management consulting profession, set and maintain internationally recognised standards and develop members. IMC members agree to abide by the Institute's Code of Professional Conduct.

When choosing an accountant, engineer, doctor or lawyer you would expect them to have been accepted for membership by their professional associations, assuring you of their ability to meet minimum levels of professional competence.

You should expect the same from your management consultant! IMC management consultants undergo a rigorous selection process to gain membership. IMC management consultants can be engaged for a wide range of activities. They bring with them technical skills, breadth of experience and the ability to deal with the vital human side of change management and implementation.