Direct Matching Platform 'ARROW pro' Connects Consultants with Companies Seamlessly

Launch of ARROW pro: Connect Consultants and Companies Directly

In the ever-evolving consulting landscape, the need for specialized knowledge and execution capabilities has skyrocketed due to challenges like digital transformation and new business development. Addressing these trends, Swallo, a Tokyo-based company, has launched 'ARROW pro,' a unique matching platform designed to connect freelance consultants directly with businesses, eliminating the need for intermediaries.

A New Era in Freelance Consulting

As the freelance consulting market expands, there is a notable trend among former employees of major consulting firms to shift to freelance roles. This shift brings about a need for companies to have flexible access to highly specialized and operationally capable consultants. However, the traditional matching processes often rely on outdated practices dominated by intermediary relationships, resulting in a plethora of challenges for both companies and consultants alike.

Challenges for Companies

1. Limited Visibility of Available Consultants: Businesses often find themselves piecing together a consultant's capabilities based on personal connections or intermediary recommendations, which constrains their options.
2. Miscommunication and Delays: The relay of requirements through intermediaries can create discrepancies in understanding and lead to unnecessary lag in decision-making processes.
3. High Intermediary Costs: As project lengths increase, the cumulative fees paid to intermediaries can significantly escalate costs for businesses, impacting long-term project budgets.

Challenges for Consultants

1. Restrained Opportunities for Engagement: Freelancers often wait for opportunities to appear rather than actively engage with potential clients, making it challenging to grow their businesses.
2. Diminished Compensation Due to Intermediaries: The layered nature of traditional contracting often leads to significant reductions in the fees received by consultants after intermediaries take their cut.

The Solution: ARROW pro

Conceived from the experiences of former strategy consulting professionals, ARROW pro aims to eliminate these systemic issues, providing a clear and effective way for companies and consultants to engage without intermediaries. Here’s what makes ARROW pro stand out:

Specialized Database of High-Level Talent

ARROW pro boasts a database filled with professionals from top firms such as McKinsey, BCG, and Accenture. These consultants are capable of managing tasks ranging from strategic planning to on-the-ground execution.

Utilizing AI for resume analysis, the platform simplifies profile creation for consultants, enabling easier registration and standardization of data. Companies can view consultants based on various criteria, including experience, projects handled, skills, and desired compensation.

Direct and Real-Time Communication

The platform encourages direct communication without the constraints typical of conventional matchmaking services. Companies can engage in preliminary meetings directly with consultants, which helps eliminate mismatches and streamline expectations. Projects can commence within a day of agreement, significantly enhancing agility in hiring.

Zero Intermediary Fees

ARROW pro operates on a straightforward flat fee model, distinctly free from the exorbitant intermediary fees that often compromise project budgets. This ensures that both parties can focus on value rather than costs. This pricing structure promises cost-effectiveness without sacrificing quality.

Registration and Special Plans

Swallo invites companies seeking consultants and consultants looking to establish their presence to register on ARROW pro. The platform offers a free registration option for companies, allowing them to post projects and search for consultants right away.

Additionally, Swallo is launching a limited-time 'Early Partner Plan,' enabling selected companies to access all functionalities for a low monthly fee of 5,000 yen as a part of their initial feedback gathering phase for service enhancement.

Looking Forward

The future for ARROW pro is bright, with features such as performance evaluation and visibility of contractual achievements on the horizon. This will bolster both consultants' credibility and the overall user experience on the platform. By steering away from intermediary dependencies, ARROW pro seeks to foster a more connected, efficient, and transparent consulting marketplace.

About Swallo

Company: Swallo, Inc.
CEO: Sho Ide
* Company Overview: Swallo operates the consulting matching platform ARROW pro, alongside strategic consulting and human resource development services. For further details, visit Swallo’s official website.