Start Smarter, Build Better™

Start Smarter, Build Better™ is Genesis Planners’ proven nine-step approach to the significant and dynamic challenges of engaging the stakeholders as constructive members of the team while delivering a project on time and on budget. This approach enables our clients to understand the down stream consequences of their up front decisions and ensures their involvement is productive and efficient. The result: better outcomes with less risk and greater end user satisfaction.

The nine components of the Start Smarter, Build Better™ approach are:

1. Agreement among the project stakeholders about the project rationale.
2. A realistic timeline that respects the organization's calendar.
3. An honest evaluation of available resources.
4. Clearly defined project goals.
5. An effective decision-making and approval process.
6. A thorough assessment of existing constraints.
7. Clarified expectations and commitment to a set of team accountability standards.
8. A comprehensive implementation plan and a system for monitoring progress.
9. A fully vetted set of assumptions.

The application of our Start Smarter, Build Better™ approach is guided by our commitment to four key principles:

1. Perspective is key
2. Understanding builds consensus
3. Long-term success matters
4. Planning saves you money