Scandinavian perspectives on management consulting focuses on the importance of methodology for ensuring quality in the field of consulting. The book introduces a wide range of methodologies for interventions and some “how to check”-lists for both the provider and the buyer of consulting services. Scandinavian perspectives on management consulting is meant to provide the reader with a healthy scepticism towards the profession of consulting as well as an understanding of the roles of the consultant. This means that the buyer needs to understand what s/he is buying, what to be wary of, and how to evaluate process, outcome, and professional relationship. The provider needs to understand what s/he is selling and what the customer is looking for, and above all, understand the importance of adopting a scientific approach to the services s/he is providing.In addition to being a valuable source of insight for the buyers and the providers of consulting services, Scandinavian perspec