Advisory Engagements
Three Services, Each Shaped Around Where You Are
Our engagements are not off-the-shelf. They follow defined structures but adapt to what we find — which is why they tend to produce outputs that are genuinely useful rather than broadly applicable.
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Our Advisory Methodology
Scoping Conversation
An unhurried initial meeting to understand your business, situation, and what you are hoping the engagement will achieve.
Discovery & Analysis
Structured information gathering — interviews, process observation, data review — conducted with care for your team's time.
Synthesis & Recommendations
We draw findings together into a coherent picture and develop recommendations that are grounded in what we actually observed.
Debrief & Follow-Up
Final presentation of deliverables with a follow-up session included to discuss questions and implementation direction.
Engagement One
Strategic Growth Advisory
A collaborative engagement designed for business owners seeking a thoughtful approach to expansion. This service begins with a comprehensive review of current operations, market positioning, and organisational structure. Working closely with leadership teams, the advisory maps out a phased growth strategy that considers both domestic and regional dynamics within the UAE market.
Sessions include stakeholder alignment workshops, competitive landscape analysis, and resource allocation planning. Progress is reviewed in bi-weekly checkpoints, with a final strategy document and presentation at the close of the engagement.
What This Engagement Covers
Best suited for: Mid-size enterprises, established family businesses, and firms preparing for regional expansion.
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Operational Efficiency Assessment
A thorough evaluation of internal workflows, team structures, and resource utilisation aimed at identifying areas where operations can run more smoothly. The assessment involves on-site observation, staff interviews, and data-driven process mapping.
Deliverables include a detailed report with prioritised recommendations, a workflow optimisation roadmap, and a follow-up session to discuss implementation steps. Ideal for companies experiencing growing pains or preparing for structural changes.
What This Engagement Covers
Best suited for: Companies experiencing operational friction, preparing for growth, or planning structural changes.
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Engagement Three
Market Entry Consultation
A focused engagement for businesses considering entry into the UAE market or expansion into new emirates. This consultation covers regulatory landscape orientation, local business culture insights, licensing pathway guidance, and initial partner network introductions.
Structured as three half-day sessions, each building on the previous one. Participants receive a market readiness brief and a customised entry timeline. Well-suited for international firms and regional startups exploring their next steps.
What This Engagement Covers
Best suited for: International firms and regional startups exploring the UAE market for the first time.
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Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Strategic Growth AED 2,650 |
Operational Assessment AED 1,290 |
Market Entry AED 490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 8–12 weeks | 3–4 weeks | 3 half-days |
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| On-site observation | |||
| Stakeholder workshops | |||
| Written deliverable report | |||
| Roadmap / timeline | |||
| Partner introductions | |||
| Regulatory guidance | |||
| Follow-up session | |||
| Fixed, stated fee |
Shared Across All Services
Standards That Apply to Every Engagement
Strict Confidentiality
Commercial details and internal information shared during any engagement are held in strict confidence. No client information is referenced in other contexts.
No Vendor Relationships
Majlis holds no financial agreements with third-party vendors or service providers. Recommendations are made solely on merit.
Fixed, Stated Pricing
The fee for each engagement is agreed before work begins and does not change unless scope is explicitly expanded at the client's request.
Commitment to Timelines
Each service runs to the defined duration with milestone checkpoints. Clients are notified promptly if any schedule adjustment is necessary.
Written Deliverables
Every engagement produces a written output — structured for use by leadership teams, not for archiving.
Direct Communication
Clients communicate directly with the senior advisor on their engagement. Questions receive responses within one working day.
Not Sure Which Engagement Fits?
We are glad to discuss your situation and help you identify which service, if any, would be a useful fit. An initial conversation is always without obligation.
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