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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

A few things
worth knowing.

Straightforward answers about the service, process and what to expect before an engagement.

THE DETAILS

Your questions, answered.

What is an independent decision review?

A structured second opinion on an important business choice. It examines the decision, evidence, assumptions, alternatives, downside exposure and next steps before you commit.

Who is this service for?

Primarily founder-led, privately held and family-owned companies, typically with annual revenue of USD $1 million to $50 million, facing a consequential business decision.

What will I receive?

A written Decision Memo and executive findings summary covering the decision, alternatives, assumptions, risks, scenarios and recommendation logic.

How much does a review cost?

An Independent Decision Review is USD $5,000 for one scoped strategic decision. The Strategic Decision Partner engagement is USD $20,000 per quarter for up to three major reviews. Complex work is quoted separately.

How long does a review take?

Most reviews take one to three weeks once the scope is agreed and the required information is available. The delivery schedule is confirmed for each engagement.

Can we work together remotely?

Yes. Reviews are delivered remotely through written exchanges and document review, supporting clients across regions and markets.

Is our information confidential?

Information is treated confidentially and used for the engagement. A confidentiality agreement can be arranged where appropriate. Start with a brief summary; share sensitive documents only after the process is agreed.

Do you implement recommendations?

No. The service focuses on independent analysis and written decision support. Your team remains responsible for decisions and implementation.

Can you review an AI investment?

Yes. A review can examine business value, data readiness, costs, integration dependencies, operational risks and alternatives, including a smaller pilot or a non-AI solution.

Do you guarantee a successful outcome?

No. A review improves the structure and evidence behind a decision; it cannot remove uncertainty or guarantee commercial results.

Is this legal, tax or investment advice?

No. Specialist legal, accounting, tax, securities and regulatory questions should be addressed with appropriately qualified advisers.

What should I send initially?

Describe the decision, your preferred option, main uncertainty and intended timing. A short non-sensitive summary is sufficient for the first enquiry.

Why use an independent reviewer when AI can analyse my proposal?

AI can summarise documents and generate alternative arguments. This service is a personally led review of your specific business decision: it tests the inputs available, identifies unsupported assumptions, evaluates practical alternatives and records accountable written findings. It does not claim to independently verify facts for which no source evidence is available.

Can I see an example of the written deliverable?

Yes. The sample Decision Memo demonstrates how findings, source limitations, alternatives and decision conditions may be documented. It is a sample format, not a claim about a completed client engagement.

Will the review include specialist verification or onsite work?

Only if specifically agreed. Legal, tax, regulated financial, engineering certification and site verification require appropriate specialist support. Any such work, its availability and additional costs are confirmed in the scope before engagement.

BEFORE THE COMMITMENT

Give your next decision
an independent perspective.

Start with a short summary of the choice you face.

Discuss your decision