Our Services
Five engagement models designed for impact. Choose the format that fits your organization's stage and challenge—diagnostic sprint, interim leadership, full transformation, board oversight, or AI automation.
Five Ways We Help
Fractional C-Suite Leadership
Interim CFO, COO, CEO for start-ups and PE portfolio firms. When you need heavyweight leadership immediately—but a permanent hire is months away.
- 90-day transformation sprints
- Cash runway extension (18+ months typical)
- Revenue growth (20% in 90 days)
- Investor relations & fundraising
- Operations scaling & cost efficiency
Investment: €45–60k per 90-day sprint | Day-rate: €2,000
Learn more →Consulting & Project-Rescue Management
Transformation consulting, project rescue, crisis resolution for banks, PE firms, and enterprises. Salvage critical programmes or scale from scratch.
- 10-day diagnostics with risk heat-maps
- 90-day project rescue sprints
- PMO-as-a-Service retainers
- €7.2M average cash leakage recovered
- 100% rescue success rate
Investment: €14k diagnostic | €1,250/day execution
Learn more →Project Rescue & PMO Leadership
Salvage critical, at-risk programs using RAID-Sprint™ methodology. Derailed projects back to go-live in 90 days. 100% success rate.
- 10-day diagnostic & roadmap
- 90-day execution & delivery
- Average €7.2M cash leakage recovered
- Schedule variance <10%
- Vendor claims reduced 35%
Investment: €14k diagnostic | €1,250/day execution
Learn more →Non-Executive Director & Board Advisory
Strategic oversight, risk committee chair, AI governance for regulated financial services boards. Board-level impact without full-time overhead.
- Board member role (~22 days/year)
- Committee chair (risk, AI, audit)
- Zero regulatory findings track record
- DORA, CRR III, EU AI Act expertise
- Stakeholder alignment & governance
Investment: €150k member | €180k committee chair (annual)
Learn more →AI Agent Design & Implementation
Custom AI automation for lead generation, customer support, process optimization. WhatsApp bots, Telegram agents, knowledge base automation.
- Lead generation (28% conversion uplift typical)
- Customer support automation (40% cost savings)
- Order processing (70% time reduction)
- Multi-channel integration (WhatsApp, Telegram, CRM)
- Training & handoff documentation
Investment: €15–100k depending on complexity | 4–20 week timeline
Learn more →Flexible Engagement Models & Pricing
All fees are customized based on scope, complexity, and timeline. Below is the typical range:
| Service | Typical Duration | Investment |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Call 45-minute conversation |
45 min | — |
| Quick-Start Diagnostic Assessment + 90-day roadmap |
10 days | €14,000 |
| 90-Day C-Suite Sprint Full execution + knowledge transfer |
12 weeks | €45–60k |
| Consulting Sprint Strategy + roadmap delivery |
4 weeks | €18,000 |
| Day-Rate Engagement Consulting, interim leadership, PMO |
Flexible | €1,250–€2,000/day |
| Board Member Annual non-executive director role |
~22 days/year | €150,000 |
| Board Committee Chair Risk, AI governance, audit oversight |
~30 days/year | €180,000 |
| AI Agent Implementation Design + build + training |
4–20 weeks | €15–100k |
| Retainer / Ongoing Monthly advisory or PMO leadership |
Ongoing | Custom quote |
All engagements include: Strategy documentation, knowledge transfer, team shadowing, company-funded D&O insurance coverage.
Which Service Fits Your Situation?
You need immediate leadership
Choose: Fractional C-Suite Sprint
You can't wait 6 months for a permanent hire. Cash runway, investor relations, or operational restructuring need heavyweight leadership now.
Outcome: 90-day turnaround with handoff playbooks.
You need strategic clarity
Choose: Consulting Sprint
Digital transformation, market entry, cost optimization—but you need a clear roadmap before execution.
Outcome: 4-week diagnostic → executable 90-day plan with stakeholder buy-in.
Your project is derailed
Choose: Project Rescue
Timeline slipping, scope creeping, vendor disputes, silent risks. You need expert diagnosis and execution.
Outcome: Back to go-live in 90 days; cash leakage plugged.
You need board-level oversight
Choose: Non-Executive Director
Your board needs strategic guidance, risk committee leadership, or AI governance expertise. No full-time overhead.
Outcome: Zero regulatory findings; investor confidence uplift.
You want to automate
Choose: AI Agent Implementation
Lead generation, customer support, process automation bottleneck. You need AI agents that work 24/7.
Outcome: 28% conversion uplift; 40% cost savings typical.
You want ongoing partnership
Choose: Retainer Model
Monthly advisory, quarterly strategy reviews, PMO leadership, or fractional CFO on a standing basis.
Outcome: Sustained execution momentum; continuous alignment.
Services FAQ
Can I combine multiple services?
Absolutely. Many clients start with a diagnostic sprint, then move into a 90-day C-suite sprint, then transition to a retainer. We structure engagements based on your timeline and budget.
What's included in the fee?
All engagements include: strategic documentation (playbooks, scorecards, roadmaps), knowledge transfer (shadowing, training), team handoff support, and company-funded D&O insurance coverage.
How quickly can we start?
If a discovery call confirms fit and scope, engagement can begin within days. We specialize in crisis intervention and urgent transformation—most clients start the week after discovery.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes. Strategy-Lab serves clients across the EU, UK, and Scandinavia. We're remote-based and flexible on time zones (CET primary, but we accommodate calls across North America to Asia Pacific).
What if we're not sure which service fits?
Schedule a 45-minute discovery call. There's no pressure to commit—we'll explore your situation and recommend the right engagement model based on your needs and constraints.
Are you confidential?
Completely. All client relationships, insights, and project details are strictly confidential. Dr. Thiemann operates under professional confidentiality standards.
What industries do you serve?
Primary expertise: Corporate & investment banking, retail banking, private banking, asset management, fintech, and PE portfolio companies. We also engage with scale-ups in adjacent sectors (martech, proptech, legaltech) where transformation challenges align with our skillset.
Ready to Explore Which Service Fits?
Schedule a 45-minute discovery call to discuss your situation and identify the right engagement model.
Schedule a Discovery Call