What to Look for When Working with an IT Consultant

Great IT consultants are worth their weight in gold. Working with the right individuals from a solid agency can make all the difference in the productivity and success of your business. It all comes down to choosing the right consultant to work with, one whose top goal is your future success. 

Here are some questions to think about:

Where are they based?

It really depends on what is important to you. There are many companies whose consultants are based outside of the state you are situated, or even outside the country altogether. What matters is that you can understand each other and work together to achieve your goals, in a reasonable time frame with full trust. EDI Staffing consultants are based in the U.S. and have over 26 years of experience placing experts in locations across the nation. 

What kind of work have they done? Are they specialized in what you need?

If you need assistance hiring a specific IT professional like an IT CRM Manager for MS Dynamics, it is definitely worth your time working with a niche company. This way, the consultants you are working with can understand the language that is used, preventing miscommunication and wasted time. Knowing what kind of work consultants have done in the past can also supply confidence and insight into what else they can offer. EDI Staffing has a specialty in the information technology space and has worked with professionals with various trading partners from all industries. EDI Staffing also provides contracts, contracts to hires, and direct hire roles as well that some agencies may not offer. 

What’s the catch?

When doing any business, it is imperative to learn about financing and fees that might occur. Make sure to get everything in writing. It doesn’t hurt to have proof of explanations for certain costs. Make sure to look for a company that is transparent about all costs on both ends… we know of one! 

What does your gut feeling say?

Your first impression about a company might not be too far off how they really operate. Trust your gut. If you have any questions, just ask! If there are any red flags, you want to address them and get a second opinion from a fellow coworker, or someone who has worked with an IT consultant before. It’s worth all of the precautions to find the one who will fully listen to you and strive to make your life easier. 

Check out their reviews!

Reviews don’t lie! Another way to double-check whether the company is reputable is by investigating other client’s past experiences with the company. EDI Staffing’s reviews can be found on Trustpilot, check them out!

At the end of the day, doing a little homework to find a well-versed consultant before working with just anyone can be extremely beneficial. Keep these questions in the back of your mind when looking to work with an IT consultant and the benefits will pay for themselves.