Every organisation goes through cycles and sometimes it’s helpful to make use of consultancy help.
Your needs might be for a particular expertise, someone to discuss your ideas with confidentially, or to bring in some added experience. No organisation can possibly have every aspect at its fingertips in-house.
Consultancy projects can be for a few days or weeks, and sometimes for longer periods. They may be for occasional days over a period of time, or more consistent support over a short or medium term.
The most important aspect is to discuss the planned work with your prospective consultant to agree what the work involves, the timescale and cost, and maybe look at project options.
Peter Hepburn presenting to select committee in UK Parliament