Three ways to work with us.
Almost every engagement we run falls into one of three shapes. The right one depends on how big the decision is, how much research has already been done, and how much time you have. Final fees are agreed during the briefing call, not before.
Engagements available in AED, GBP, and USD.
Choose the model that
fits your decision.
Engagement fees are scoped to the complexity of your specific research question, geography, and timeline. Indicative ranges shared during the briefing call.
For single-question commissions under GBP 500, see Research Notes instead.
Research Essentials
A focused research engagement for a single, well-defined market question. Ideal for market validation, competitive snapshots, or pre-launch sizing.
scoped to single research question
- Single research question or market
- Secondary research and desk analysis
- Executive summary report (10 to 15 pages)
- One presentation and Q&A session
- Delivered in 5 to 10 business days
- AI-augmented secondary research
Strategic Partnership
A complete strategic research engagement for complex decisions requiring primary research, multiple markets, or ongoing quarterly intelligence.
project or monthly retainer
- Multi-market or multi-question scope
- Primary research: surveys and expert interviews
- Full research report (30 to 60 pages)
- Boardroom-ready presentation deck
- Two revision rounds included
- Named senior analyst on every engagement
- Quarterly intelligence updates available
- Priority response within 4 hours
Intelligence Programme
A continuous research partnership for firms that need ongoing market monitoring, strategy support, and an outside team that knows their industry.
scoped to your programme requirements
- Ongoing monthly intelligence briefs
- Unlimited research questions within scope
- Dedicated senior advisor
- Board-level strategy sessions
- Custom dashboard and reporting formats
- Priority access to research team
- Annual strategic review included
| Feature | Research Essentials | Strategic Partnership | Intelligence Programme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research scope | Single question | Multi-question / market | Unlimited within scope |
| Primary research | Secondary only | Surveys + expert interviews | Full primary suite |
| Report depth | Concise summary | Full report | Custom format |
| Presentation deck | Summary only | Boardroom-ready deck | Full strategy deck |
| Senior analyst lead | , | Named senior analyst | Dedicated advisor |
| Revision rounds | One | Two | Unlimited |
| Ongoing intelligence | , | Optional add-on | Monthly briefs included |
| Board-level sessions | , | , | Included |
| Response time | Next business day | Within 4 hours | Immediate |
| Typical turnaround | Days | Weeks | Ongoing |
Common questions
about our engagements.
A Research Essentials engagement typically takes 5 to 10 business days from brief to final report. A Strategic Partnership engagement takes 2 to 4 weeks depending on primary research scope. We always set a clear timeline at the start and meet it.
Yes. All engagements are covered by a non-disclosure agreement before any briefing begins. We handle commercially sensitive strategy questions regularly and take confidentiality seriously.
Yes. We have research capability across 50+ markets including the broader Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the US. Market scope is agreed at brief stage and priced accordingly.
Our minimum engagement is AED 9,000 for a focused desk research study. For engagements requiring primary research, expert interviews, or multi-market scope, the starting point is higher. We are transparent about this in the scoping conversation.
The quickest way to find out is a brief conversation. We are direct about whether we are the right firm for a given challenge. If we are not, we will tell you and point you somewhere better. Book a consultation and we will be honest within 30 minutes.
Still unsure which model
is right for you?
Book a 30-minute call. We will scope your need honestly and tell you exactly what we recommend, and what it will cost.
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