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Guide overview
- 1. Professional Services Basics
- 2. Client Management and Retention
- 3. Project Definition
- 4. Resource Planning
- 5. The Ultimate Guide to Capacity Planning
- 6. Project Visibility
- 7. Billing for Projects
- 8. Project Profitability
- 9. Professional Services Software For Project Management
- 10. A Guide to Time Tracking for Consultants and Professional Services
- 11. FAQ
- 12. Glossary
Guide overview
- 1. Professional Services Basics
- 2. Client Management and Retention
- 3. Project Definition
- 4. Resource Planning
- 5. The Ultimate Guide to Capacity Planning
- 6. Project Visibility
- 7. Billing for Projects
- 8. Project Profitability
- 9. Professional Services Software For Project Management
- 10. A Guide to Time Tracking for Consultants and Professional Services
- 11. FAQ
- 12. Glossary
The Difference Between Professional Services & Consulting
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Richard Blatcher Senior Director for Product and Industry Solutions Marketing, Wrike
What is the difference between professional services and consulting?
Professional services and consulting are both about providing expertise to a client or a customer. Many types of consultants are considered to be in the professional services industry. For example, marketing consultants and IT consultants can be grouped under the broader umbrella of professional services.