Independent Project Review

22. April 2020
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Large, complex transformation projects can make or break careers—and companies. When project teams, stakeholders, and sponsors have conflicting views or when a project shows signs of being off track, an independent review becomes essential. 
 
My Independent Project Review provides an unbiased, thorough assessment of your project’s status, risks, and success likelihood, enabling you to make informed decisions and get back on track.
 
Using a proven methodology, I assess your project across delivery, product, and business success to ensure alignment with your goals and expectations.

Client outcomes

Organizations that engage me for an Independent Project Review achieve the following outcomes:
 
> Unbiased Project Status Assessment: A clear and independent understanding of where your project stands.
 
> Improved Decision-Making: Actionable insights to address project risks, issues, and opportunities for course correction.
 
> Risk Identification and Mitigation: Uncover hidden risks early and implement strategies to manage or eliminate them.
 
> Enhanced Stakeholder Trust: Increase confidence and alignment among project sponsors, executives, and teams.
 
> Vendor Performance Review: Evaluate the effectiveness and accountability of external vendors and partners.
 
> Clear Roadmap to Success: Receive practical recommendations to optimize delivery and ensure the project achieves its objectives.

Typical clients

My Independent Project Review service is typically sought by:
 
> C-level Executives and Board Members acting as project sponsors or steering committee members.
 
> Partners at professional service firms overseeing large client initiatives.
 
> Organizations running high-stakes, complex transformation projects.

When to order

You should consider an Independent Project Review when:
 
> Your project is running longer, costing more, or delivering less than expected.
 
> Project teams and stakeholders have differing views on the project’s status.
 
> You suspect or know that a key project is in trouble.
 
> You want an independent assessment to validate project health and identify issues.
 
> A major milestone is approaching, and you need confidence that the project is on track.

Scope and approach

I leverage my Project Review Model™ to evaluate your project across the following dimensions:
 
> Project Delivery Success: Assess project scope, timelines, and budget to determine delivery feasibility and health.
 
> Product/Service Success: Evaluate whether the deliverables will meet intended quality, user adoption, benefits, and Total Cost of Ownership goals.
 
> Business Success: Analyze the project’s alignment with strategic objectives and its ability to deliver measurable business value.
 
The Project Review process includes:
 
> Project Complexity Assessment: A short, structured online assessment completed by key stakeholders.
 
> Workshops and Interviews: Targeted sessions with sponsors, project managers, key team members, and stakeholders.
 
> Documentation Review: Analysis of plans, budgets, status reports, governance structures, and meeting minutes.
 
> Risk and Issue Identification: A detailed review of existing and emerging risks, assumptions, and issues.
 
> Recommendations and Roadmap: Actionable insights and clear next steps to improve project delivery and outcomes.

Engagement timeline

From commencement to delivery, an Independent Project Review typically takes 2-4 weeks, depending on project size, complexity, and stakeholder availability.

Delivery

You will receive the following deliverables:
 
> Detailed Report: A comprehensive report outlining findings, risks, issues, and actionable recommendations.
 
> Executive Presentation: A clear, concise summary tailored for C-level executives and board members.
 
> Follow-Up Support: Optional sessions to discuss findings, prioritize actions, and provide ongoing guidance.
 
I deliver this review as a mix of online and in-person sessions to balance flexibility with effective collaboration.

Pricing

The Independent Project Review is priced at CHF 27,500, plus travel costs and expenses.
 
Payment Terms: 50% upfront, 50% on delivery of the final report and presentation.

Why work with me

Why trust me with your critical project review?
 
> Proven Leadership: Former Big 4 CIO with 20+ years of experience leading large, complex technology transformations.
 
> Hands-On Expertise: Managed projects with budgets of $20M+ and teams of over 100 people.
 
> Objective and Unbiased: As an independent advisor, I provide neutral, third-party insights free from internal pressures.
 
> Track Record of Results: Delivered over $250M in business value across financial services, professional services, and technology sectors.
 
> Global Experience: Successfully led projects in over 15 countries, offering a broad and adaptable perspective.
 
> Trusted by Industry Leaders: Partnered with companies like PwC, KPMG, Zurich Insurance, Bank Julius Bär, Swiss Life, and others.

What others are saying

 
«Henrico’s independent review helped us uncover critical risks and refocus our project for success. His insights were precise, practical, and invaluable.»
— CIO, Financial Services Firm
 
«Henrico provided clarity where we had confusion and identified steps that put our project back on track. His expertise made all the difference.»
— Board Member, Professional Services Organization

Schedule your free discovery call

Thank you for considering me for an Independent Project Review. You can take the next step by scheduling a free 30 minute discovery call by clicking here or the button below. 

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