Consulting refers to the practice of providing expert advice and guidance to organizations in order to help them solve problems, improve performance, and achieve their goals. Consulting services are typically provided by individuals or firms with specialized knowledge and experience in a particular industry or functional area, such as management, strategy, technology, marketing, or finance.

The consulting process typically involves several steps, including:

Understanding the client’s needs and objectives
Analyzing the client’s current situation and identifying areas for improvement
Developing recommendations and a plan of action
Implementing the recommended solutions
Measuring the results and making adjustments as needed.

Consulting can be done on a project basis, or as ongoing support to help clients stay on track and continue to make progress. The goal of consulting is to help organizations achieve their desired outcomes, by providing independent and objective advice, expertise, and support.