23 YEARS

Orienting the future with SWOT

Case Study

Progress

Progress Software Corporation is an American manufacturer of global reference. Progress technologies are used in over 60,000 organizations in 140 countries, including 90% of Fortune 500 companies. They provide the infrastructure for ERP and financial systems.

Needs

Companies are currently demanding from software publishers not only an adequate level of competence and solvency in the technological field, but also an interlocutor who can understand business and, together with technology, achieve the desired business objectives. In this context, the role of the technology consultant must progressively evolve towards that of the business consultant, who can understand the client’s operations and problems. This can be done by using a common language based on the demonstration of specific knowledge of their issues and leveraging technology to accomplish objectives.

Description of the consultancy

The work conducted in this project was based on a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis, in which all session participants took part. The information derived from this SWOT analysis was key findings and proposed action plan.

Results

After completing this work, Progress has redefined the professional profiles it has in Spain, thereby improving its financial statements.