Our Approach

The Distributed
Excellence Model

A battle-tested 5-phase methodology refined over 250+ engagements. We don't believe in cookie-cutter consulting. But we do believe in a structured approach that consistently delivers results.

The Five Phases

We don't leave until the change sticks.

Every engagement follows this proven path — from understanding your business to delivering measurable, sustained improvement.

0
Scope
  • Requirements gathering
  • Team setup
  • Baseline metrics
2–4 weeks
1
Diagnose
  • AS-IS mapping
  • Gap analysis
  • Pain point identification
3–6 weeks
2
Design
  • TO-BE roadmap
  • Solution architecture
  • Prioritized action plan
2–4 weeks
3
Implement
  • Hands-on execution
  • Embedded consultants
  • Weekly cadence
3–9 months
4
Sustain
  • Audit & measure
  • Continuous improvement
  • Ownership transfer
Ongoing

QATE Philosophy: Quality × Acceptance × Timeliness = Effectiveness
A perfect solution that isn't accepted, or delivered too late, fails. We ensure all three.

How It Works

What a typical engagement looks like

Weekly Cadence

  • Weekly progress review with leadership team
  • Bi-weekly steering committee with founder/CEO
  • Monthly business review with full management team

Embedded Model

  • Consultants work from YOUR office, not ours
  • Typical: 2-3 days/week on-site
  • Direct access to engagement lead throughout

Duration & Investment

  • Typical engagement: 6-12 months
  • Sprints: 8-12 weeks for focused interventions
  • Monthly retainer model (not hourly billing)
Our Frameworks

Proprietary tools. Proven impact.

Beyond methodology, we bring a toolkit of frameworks developed and refined over 250+ engagements.

MIRS — Management Information & Review System

Our proprietary framework for creating data-driven decision-making at every level. Daily/weekly/monthly dashboards, review cadence design, escalation protocols, and performance tracking linked to KRAs.

Gut feel to data-driven in 3-6 months

Balanced Scorecard

Modified BSC framework ensuring strategic alignment across Financial, Customer, Process, and Learning & Growth perspectives. Goals cascade from company level to individual KRAs.

Full strategic alignment

Creative Tension Framework

Inspired by Peter Senge. We define a clear vision, honestly assess current reality, and use the gap as productive energy for change. Maintained through structured review and accountability.

Vision-to-reality bridge

RACI for Clarity

Every initiative uses RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed) to ensure clear role definition, accountability, reduced founder dependency, and faster decision-making.

60%+ reduction in founder dependency
Engagement Types

How we can help you

From a 4-week diagnostic to a 24-month transformation. Find the right fit for where you are today.

Diagnostic Sprint
Rapid assessment and opportunity identification
4–6 weeks
Focused Sprint
Single area: Sales, WC, Operations
8–12 weeks
Embedded Consulting
Full operational improvement program
6–12 months • Most Popular
Transformation
End-to-end business transformation
12–24 months

Ready to see the Distributed Excellence Model in action?

Every business is different. Let's talk about what the right engagement looks like for yours.

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