Organizational Sustainability Consulting
Business Model AnalysisUsing an innovative and proven methodology, Common Ground applies principles of economics and management to understand the essence of an organization’s business model, where it is strong and weak, and what changes will make a positive impact. We generate a variety of scenarios to help frame decisions for senior staff and boards—with the financial implications made clear. This empowers leadership to adopt smart strategies to secure the organization’s future. Alternatives considered in business model analysis may include: |
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Strategic RestructuringIn the current environment, resources are scarce.This has led to a renewed interest in outside-the-box ideas, including merger and other partnerships between nonprofits. These arrangements have the potential to forge more effective services and financially sustainable organizations. Strategic restructuring covers a range of partnership alternatives. Choosing the right type of partnership and then making it happen require evaluation, facilitation, and due diligence. That’s where Common Ground comes in—we have knowledge of housing and human services world and more than a decade’s experience in this role. Strategic restructuring can include: |
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Cost ContainmentWhen funds are scarce, the most tangible thing to do is stretch dollars farther. Common Ground provides straightforward assessment and recommendations on how your organization can save money. We use knowledge of hundreds of housing and social service providers, as well as best practices of the nonprofit and business sectors to determine a range of actions you can take to get more bang for your buck. Recommendations may include alternate service providers, shared purchasing arrangements, renegotiating leases or contracts, restructuring staff or benefits programs, outsourcing, and/or budget reallocation. We provide a customized report, which itemizes cost containment options and impact. We can also help with implementation of recommendations. These Common Ground services can pay for themselves many times over. We walk the talk too—we’ve applied all of these methods to our own organization, and it’s helped us adapt in powerful ways! Please contact us to find out how we can help your organization thrive amidst difficult times.Return to Services overview page. |
