Ron S. Nolan, Ph.D.

Phase I.  Strategic Design Needs Assessment 

In the first phase, I  review the existing business plan (if any) to identify areas in need of improvement.

Preliminary Assessment and Critique

• Is the organization straight forward or confused?
• Identify sections that have been omitted.
• Identify sections that need attention.
• Identify grammatical issues
• Discuss findings with client.

In-Depth  Assessment 

• Perform a detailed assessment of the structure and content of the proposal.
• Make highlighted notes in the document for areas that need clarification.
• Discuss these notes with the client.

• Develop a budget and schedule for creating, editing and polishing of the plan.

Phase 2.  Modifications, Revisions and Edits

• Submit revised material to client..
• Develop new materials as needed.
• Submit new sections to client for review.
• Add materials provided by the client.
• Frequently update project status with client.
• Submit completed draft to client.
• Make modifications as needed.