What next?...

The first step is for us to meet and discuss how BLM can provide you with the services you need!

Claire will then put together a brief for the project and a proposal that extends the brief into actual activities and costs.

Once agreed, we will put in place a general agreement so that all parties are clear on what is required of them. This agreement covers intellectual property, confidentiality, fees, services and procedures for the unlikely event of a dispute.

All services are priced per day (seven hours). When a quote is given, the project is costed on the expected number of days required to fulfil the contract. This price can be fixed at the time of entering into the contract, or it can be invoiced on an actual ongoing basis if the project is required to be more flexible.   

Retainers can also be put in place for long-term associations.

The consultancy rate is fixed for the duration of the project and there will be no hidden charges. Therefore you have the confidence you need to execute a project knowing your budget will not be exceeded.

Associates will be charged out at their daily rate – you will be informed of this rate before you agree to employ them. Where requested, we can provide a biography of the recommended associate.

Expenses are in addition to consultancy fees; typically any travel costs, postage, printing and stationery, plus a standard telephone/fax/internet fee billed per month, depending on the nature of the project.

At the end of each month we will provide you with a timesheet detailing hours against activity. Additionally, you will receive regular updates on progress and outcomes.

At the end of each project, we hold a round-up meeting to evaluate our successes and provide any handovers.