Top 20 Consulting Firms in Chicago

Ultra Consultants helped a plumbing distribution company to replace its ERP system. They facilitated and oversaw the vetting, selection, and implementation of the new ERP. The client appreciated how they contribted to the process and gives them credit for the projects ultimate completion. 

"I don’t think we could’ve completed the project successfully without their expertise and specialists who were equipped with the resources we needed." – Plumbing Distribution Company

Anchor Advisors, Ltd. partnered with a law firm where they helped them devise a plan for how to invest in new technologies. They created a system that allowed them to choose which technologies to purchase, and a way to track their development and integration into the company. 

"I can’t say enough positive things about her as a professional (her delivery and results) and as a human being." – IT Director, Law Firm

Trianz performed marketing analytics for a pharmaceutical manufacturer. Their team created a strategic roadmap to market specific drugs with certain target audiences. With their assistance, processes within the pharmaceutical manufacturer were automated and accuracy improved.

"Their resources are professional and there were very few issues between the Trianz folks and our team."– Director of Sales Operations & Technologies, Drug Manufacturer

Clarkston Consulting provided consulting services to a food distributor. The client needed help with a business transformation. The company provided advice and helped the client select a new ERP, which was SAP HANA. Additionally, they suggested areas of improvement for the client and helped complete some backlogged projects. The client was satisfied with Clarkston Consulting’s services. 

 “We accomplished our goals and selected the new ERP. They also gave us a report with all the business transformations and deliverables that we had expected.” — IT Manager, Food Distributor
 

IT Audit Group LLC conducted an information security audit for a UX consultancy. They assessed the client's adherence to specific compliance standards. Their work culminated in a comprehensive report detailing the client's compliance status. The client considers their services to be very reasonably priced.

"The audits are handled in a very constructive manner. We’ve been able to learn a lot and improve, thanks to their work." — Quality Manager, UX Consulting Company

18 Coffees has developed and tested an overarching digital strategy for an immigration nonprofit. The campaign targets lawful permanent residents (LPR) to convert them into US citizens. They taught the client valuable information and insights to build upon.

"We learned valuable information about what worked to target LPRs, including messaging and technology insights, which we built on for a second phase." –Director of Programs, Immigration Nonprofit

A software development company needed an agency to implement a data migration project. Crowe executed the data migration from CRM 3.0 to a newer version. Crowe now provides the client custom development and CRM support as needed.

"I think the quality of the product that they deliver is very high. Because they focus on one product, they usually do it very well the first time around. It's rare that we find glitches or any kind of defects in their work." — President & Owner, Software Development Company

Cushman & Wakefield provided commercial real estate services to a B2B sales and marketing agency. They performed location scouting, paperwork review, and subleasing support. The team’s efforts made the moving processes smooth and successful.

“The process of getting into the building and through the buildout process, as well as building those relationships, have all been straightforward.”  — Co-Founder, B2B Sales and Marketing Agency

Catalano, Caboor & Co. provides payroll, tax filing, and bookkeeping services for a marketing agency. They help their client save heavily in deductions. The team is very hands-on.

“I've owned businesses for years, and they're the best accounting agency I've ever dealt with.” – Owner, Creative Marketing Agency

Conifer Research recently worked on research and business planning for a sound company. They provided market research management and looked into an expansion initiative for the client. 

“Their ability to think outside the box and be nimble stood out. They brainstormed and were involved in the work, which allowed them to find creative ways to get at the answers we wanted.” – Former Creative Director, Sound Company

Effective Marketing provided digital strategy solutions for a global design firm. Effective Marketing works with the firm as their digital media partner for almost all media placements. One of their projects resulted in a 16x ROAS with Effective Marketing’s help.

“Effective Marketing produced all of the initial analysis and media buy recommendations for our client to consider.” - Account Director, Global Design Firm

MA team Marketing Agency designed a website for a dental company. MA team Marketing Agency also provided relevant marketing assistance to boost the site’s presence. The site was met with positive feedback.

“Highly effective.” - Owner, Dental Company

Sentio Design created a product roadmap for an education community platform. The platform had Sentio Design work with their new product leader in constructing the roadmap. The goals of the project were met.

“She has the fantastic ability to drill down to the root cause through precise questioning, then surfacing back up in a way that’s understandable and actionable.” — CEO, Education Community Platform

Neologic Software handled web development efforts for a digital fitness company. They built web and mobile app platforms that can create, deliver, and track users' training. The solution received positive feedback and has over 700 users.

"They became part of our team and showed a lot of passion for the project." –Co-Founder, Digital Fitness Company

howtosellmybusiness.com provided consulting solutions for a media firm. The CEO of the firm needed professional assistance in selling the business. The CEO was able to land a good deal for the business.

“Expert service with attention to the little details overlooked by myself.” - Former CEO, Media Agency

The team has provided accounting services for a financial services company since 2010. Their performance was impressive, but their communication skills and prompt response times truly set them apart from other accounting firms.

"They’re superb communicators, responding to our emails within hours at all times of the day."