Insights

Penny for Your Thoughts: The Dangers of Review Based Decision Making

In this article you will learn about the pitfalls of relying on online reviews to make decisions about professional services partners, such as the use of review farms.

sc0red Overview for Service Seekers

Welcome to the sc0red overview for service seekers. This video will provide those looking for their perfect professional services partner an overview of how sc0red can help and its key features.

sc0red Overview Video

Welcome to the sc0red overview. This overview is for anybody interested in the sc0red platform - the worlds first AI curated marketplace for organizations to find their ideal professional services partner.

Navigating the Search for a Professional Services Partner

A key element of succeeding in today’s business world is understanding where you need to build internal capability and where partnering makes more sense. This requires a sophisticated method for finding trusted partners with the right skills. The ecosystem of methods available to identify and select these partners is vast, ranging from traditional approaches to modern, tech-driven solutions. In this article, we'll explore how businesses find professional services partners and introduce sc0red, a revolutionary new platform designed to bring transparency and unbiased insights into this ecosystem.

The "Unseen Middle"

In the world of professional services, large enterprises rely heavily on big brands (e.g., IBM, EY, Deloitte, BCG, Bain, McKinsey, etc.) as preferred partners. Smaller organizations often rely on individuals that can be found on sites like Upwork, Fiverr, etc. But the medium size companies often struggle to find professional services partners that have the scale to serve them, but aren’t so large that their price tags are out of reach.

A New Leader's Guide to Vendor Management

Transitioning into a new leadership role presents an incredible opportunity to chart a new vision and strategy, and determine what partners can help you achieve it. This involves assessing and managing professional services vendors, a process that requires careful planning and execution. Here, we outline a comprehensive approach for new leaders to develop their strategy, assess their vendor landscape, and make informed decisions to optimize their partnerships.