Here are 10 questions to put on your agenda.

• What professional associations do you belong to that might be relevant to this project? (Does the consultant fit with your idea of expertise?)
• What is the analytical method used to understand my problem and the solution? (Are you able to understand what the consultant has to offer and does it fit with your expectations?)
• How many alternative solutions do you present? (Does the consultant accept and respect your views and goals?)
• How will we be billed and for what? (Do you agree on the scope of the project?)
• What up-to-date equipment is used in diagnosis of the problem? (What kind of data are you looking for?)

• How do you inform us on the progress of the contract? (Do you want constant communication at each step?)
• What references can you provide with a similar project? (Do you want to contact the references before committing?)
• What is your past experience with this technology? (Are you finding this meeting useful?)
• How will you be cost conscious with the solution? (Are you looking for the lowest cost solution?)
• How do you plan to interact with our staff? (Did the consultant offer you the opportunity to determine the topics of this conversation?)

When interviewing potential consultants, look for the information listed above. This is not a time to just go with the lowest bid. You are looking for someone to do the best job. After all, isn't that why you hire a consultant?

If you are tired of struggling with selecting a RFID technology consultant for your business solution, and are looking for an easier way, you might want to contact Matrix Product Development today. Stop wasting time and money, get your questions answered now.