We help businesses identify what’s slowing them down and implement practical steps and systems to improve process efficiency, align teams, and lay the foundation for scalable growth.
We help businesses identify what’s slowing them down and implement practical steps and systems to improve process efficiency, align teams, and lay the foundation for scalable growth.
Manual tools are stretched to their limits: Spreadsheets, email chains, and whiteboards worked when the team was small — now they're bottlenecks.
Everyone's duplicating effort: Different departments are solving the same problems in different ways — and no one’s aligned.
Decisions are slow and unclear: Without shared systems or real-time data, your leadership team is flying blind.
You're stuck in reaction mode: Instead of driving strategy, you’re putting out fires — chasing updates, fixing missteps, and managing around inefficiency.
It's all on you: You can’t delegate confidently because the systems and visibility just aren’t there.
give you a clear roadmap to resolve them in just 30 days.
Manual tools are stretched to their limits: Spreadsheets, email chains, and whiteboards worked when the team was small — now they're bottlenecks.
Everyone's duplicating effort: Different departments are solving the same problems in different ways — and no one’s aligned.
Decisions are slow and unclear: Without shared systems or real-time data, your leadership team is flying blind.
You're stuck in reaction mode: Instead of driving strategy, you’re putting out fires — chasing updates, fixing missteps, and managing around inefficiency.
It's all on you: You can’t delegate confidently because the systems and visibility just aren’t there.
give you a clear roadmap to resolve them in just 30 days.
You’ll finally understand where the friction lies — across systems, roles, communication, and customer delivery.
Your 12-month action plan is prioritised by urgency and impact, so you know exactly where to start — and what can wait.
Your Team
Because your roadmap is built from real staff and customer insights, your team is more likely to engage with the changes that follow.
You’ll finally understand where the friction lies — across systems, roles, communication, and customer delivery.
Your 12-month action plan is prioritised by urgency and impact, so you know exactly where to start — and what can wait.
Your Team
Because your roadmap is built from real staff and customer insights, your team is more likely to engage with the changes that follow.
Use this calculator to estimate the time and money your business loses each month to miscommunication, manual processes, delays, and disconnected systems. It’s a simple way to reveal the real cost of operational friction — and why it’s worth fixing.
Use this calculator to estimate the time and money your business loses each month to miscommunication, manual processes, delays, and disconnected systems. It’s a simple way to reveal the real cost of operational friction — and why it’s worth fixing.
"Salim’s leadership and problem-solving skills were key to understanding productivity and customer experience opportunities in the engineering and building construction space. He fostered an open and honest team culture with strong focus on solving the right problems that deliver the most value for customers."
- DOUG ODEWAHN-OXLEY
Digital Transformation Manager
"I’ve worked with Salim across several roles, and he’s always been the person I turn to when things get complex. He’s sharp, down-to-earth, and genuinely passionate about improving how things work. Whether it’s compliance, systems, or digital strategy—Salim doesn’t just talk change, he makes it happen and delivers real impact."
- PATRICK CASSIDY
Solutions Specialist, C9
"In a short time working together, Salim has consistently demonstrated deep knowledge of the construction industry—especially where it intersects with digital transformation. His ability to articulate sector-specific challenges and opportunities is impressive, and he clarifies complex industry dynamics. I’ve appreciated his collaborative mindset and willingness to explore new ideas. I see strong potential in what he’s building with SMD Consulting and look forward to seeing the impact he’ll make."
- NIGEL GATES
General Manager - ANZ, JCURVE SOLUTIONS
"Salim’s leadership and problem-solving skills were key to understanding productivity and customer experience opportunities in the engineering and building construction space. He fostered an open and honest team culture with strong focus on solving the right problems that deliver the most value for customers."
- DOUG ODEWAHN-OXLEY
Digital Transformation Manager
"I’ve worked with Salim across several roles, and he’s always been the person I turn to when things get complex. He’s sharp, down-to-earth, and genuinely passionate about improving how things work. Whether it’s compliance, systems, or digital strategy—Salim doesn’t just talk change, he makes it happen and delivers real impact."
- PATRICK CASSIDY
Solutions Specialist, C9
"In a short time working together, Salim has consistently demonstrated deep knowledge of the construction industry—especially where it intersects with digital transformation. His ability to articulate sector-specific challenges and opportunities is impressive, and he clarifies complex industry dynamics. I’ve appreciated his collaborative mindset and willingness to explore new ideas. I see strong potential in what he’s building with SMD Consulting and look forward to seeing the impact he’ll make."
- NIGEL GATES
General Manager - ANZ, JCURVE SOLUTIONS
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It’s a 30-day, fixed-fee engagement where we interview your staff and clients, map your internal bottlenecks, and deliver a clear, evidence-based 12-month action plan to improve operations and prepare for scalable growth.
Not at all. We conduct short, targeted interviews and handle all the analysis behind the scenes. You’ll get deep insight without pulling your team off the tools or pausing delivery.
It’s ideal for small to medium-sized businesses — especially those experiencing internal growing pains, system inefficiencies, or role confusion.
You’ll walk away with a full diagnostic report and a 12-month roadmap. From there, you can implement it internally or engage us to lead the transformation through our 6-phase Growth Partnership.
Pricing is fixed and based on business size and complexity. Most engagements fall within a set fee range — we’ll outline everything clearly on your initial discovery call.