engagement-pricing
Engagement Pricing
Structure pricing models, rate cards, engagement economics, and commercial terms for consulting engagements. Balance the firm's margin requirements with competitive positioning and client value delivery.
The Pricing Process
Step 1: Assess Engagement Characteristics
The right pricing model depends on the engagement, not on preference. Understand what you're pricing before deciding how to price it.
Engagement factors that drive model selection:
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