Expect them to be direct in return, telling you what they can do and when they can deliver. Understand Resumes Keep in mind that the resume of a consultant is really a sales brochure. The resume was prepared especially for you to highlight those elements of the individual that best fit your needs. Do not use resumes to make individual choices. It s the consulting firm s responsibility to supply resources well matched to the issues at hand.
Good firms know their people.
Do use resumes to help you feel good about the people assigned to your project. Forget the buzzwords, and look for evidence that this is a dedicated and well trained IT professional. Understand Certifications Vendor or organizational certifications help you determine the overall commitment of the firm. Individually, a certification really means that the consultant was able to pass a test. A firm that requires certification, however, is a firm that is proving its investment in training and skill development.