About AIC

AIC is the only national independent consulting organization in Canada. AIC is a country-wide network of highly experienced experts who provide a combination of close personal attention (which only a locally-based organization can provide) together with the highest professional standards. This provides Canadian and international businesses with the highest level of management assistance.

All AIC members agree to abide by our code of ethical and professional conduct.

AIC members have amassed substantial experience and specialist expertise. Within each member's field of work and expertise, that member can offer many benefits to clients including the following:

1. A very personalized service because the consultant involved in initial discussions with you conducts the resulting assignment.
2. Special expertise in industry sectors derived from previous assignments or work experience.
3. Flexibility in the timing and duration of assignments as a result of on-going contacts between the consultant and you.
4. A first-hand appreciation of the practical problems encountered by you as a consequence of the consultants running their own businesses.
5. Access to other consultants with complementary skills and special expertise.
6. They are more cost effective than larger consulting firms.

What should you look for in a Consultant?

• A good reputation.
• Charges appropriately for the value to be delivered.
• Cost conscious, looks for ways to save you money.
• Involves you and your people.
• Does not delegate the critical work to junior people.
• Analytical.
• Able to find the opportunities for improvement.
• Has Integrity. Tells you the truth, even if it hurts.
• Has broad experience, covering all aspects of the business.
• Does not fix one small item, while missing the big one.
• Uses up-to-date tools and methods.
• Helps you to become self sufficient, where appropriate.