Focus
Budget Analyses & Municipal Financial Management
Municipalities are increasingly under financial pressure due to stagnating revenues and rapidly rising expenditures. To remain economically sustainable in the long term, they require forward-looking budget planning. Our team of municipal finance experts provides tailored support.
Our services:
Budget consolidation to restore financial balance and regain fiscal leeway
Quick budget check using established KDZ indicators
Cost-effectiveness analyses of individual services, departments, or the entire organization – as a basis for decisions on outsourcing or in-house provision
Review of cost accounting to ensure economically sound and legally compliant calculation of fees and charges
Evaluation of subsidy and grant systems based on economic principles
Steering & Management Systems
Governing organizations and departments is increasingly complex – but there are proven tools that simplify day-to-day management. We show you which instruments work in practice, how they create value, and support you in establishing modern management systems.
Our services:
Development of advanced cost accounting and controlling systems tailored to municipalities
Analysis and management of municipal holdings through structured participation management
Implementation of risk management and internal control systems – organization-wide or for specific areas
Development of quality management systems for the public sector, based on the Common Assessment Framework (CAF)
Introduction of agile steering methods (e.g. OKR – Objectives & Key Results) and modern project management tools such as Kanban
We assist you in identifying your organization’s specific needs and ensure smooth implementation.
Organizational Development
Public administrations are dynamic systems – facing constant pressure to adapt, be it from new laws, digital change or evolving citizen expectations. To stay capable of action and deliver results effectively, clear structures, aligned processes and a learning organization are essential. We support municipalities in shaping resilient, future-ready organizations – practical, holistic, and focused.
Our services:
Organizational analyses and development of functional and economical structures – including organizational manuals, charts, job descriptions, etc.
Optimization of internal processes – especially ahead of digital transformation projects or structural reforms
Project management structures and guidelines – for municipal infrastructure projects
Systemic organizational consulting – integrating structure, processes, roles and relationships to support long-term change
Support in introducing agile working methods (e.g. self-organizing teams)
Human Resource Management & Leadership Development
Public sector responsibilities are evolving – some are becoming more complex, others changing or disappearing. This transformation demands not only continuous skills development for staff, but also HR as a strategic steering function and modern leadership tools.
Our services:
Leadership development through seminars, workshops, training programs and personal coaching
Development of modern HR systems as part of organizational change processes (e.g. New Work models)
Employee surveys and support in implementing resulting development measures
Learning networks for HR professionals and leaders – platforms for exchange, inspiration and growth
Strategy & Innovation Development
Faced with limited resources, increasing demands and far-reaching societal change, municipalities need forward-looking strategies and new ways of working together. We help unlock innovative potential and develop resilient solutions.
Our services:
Development of tailored strategies and mission statements – practical, actionable and effective in the intersection of politics and administration
Support for municipal cooperation and merger projects – from data analysis and decision-making to successful implementation
Strategic investment planning – sound assessments of long-term feasibility, cost-effectiveness and impact (e.g. for sports or cultural venues)
Promoting innovation in municipalities through creative methods, innovation formats, networks and a solutions-oriented mindset (e.g. network meetings on citizen services, HR or public works)
