{"title":"Selected Solutions","description":"\u003ch5\u003eThese out-of-the-box consulting options have been designed to offer inspiration and transparency. Each one reflects a common need or a focused area of improvement, providing a clear starting point for clients who prefer a structured option. They can be used as presented or adapted to suit the nature of your organisation - please \u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@vanitasconsulting.co.uk\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e if you have any queries.\u003c\/h5\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"asset-pack-25491701762-example-product-1","title":"Sample Chapter Editing","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePut your best chapter forward.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGetting a sample chapter right can make the difference between a manuscript request and a rejection. This service gives authors a professional editorial eye on up to 10,000 words before they submit to agents or publishers. It is also suitable for anyone in-house seeking an editing sample before requesting an edit for the full manuscript.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChoose the edit level that suits your needs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCopyedit\u003c\/b\u003e — reviews clarity, consistency, grammar and style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDevelopmental edit\u003c\/b\u003e — high-level feedback on structure, pacing, voice and whether the chapter is doing the job it needs to do\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProof-read\u003c\/b\u003e — a final cold read for typographical errors, spelling and layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYou will receive a marked-up version of your chapter, along with a summary of recommended areas for attention. Not sure which you need? \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Email\" href=\"mailto:hello@vanitasconsulting.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e and we can advise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note this service assumes text-based work: if you require something similar for highly illustrated or heavily designed materials, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Email\" href=\"mailto:hello@vanitasconsulting.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edo get in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanitas Consulting","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58075995898201,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/5968\/9561\/files\/iStock-680338102_TEAL.jpg?v=1784303712"},{"product_id":"asset-pack-25491701762-example-product-2","title":"Coaching Sessions (set of five)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAre you feeling blocked in your improvement work? Are you unsure how to deepen your practice?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOften people working on improving processes have received some training but are not sure where to begin developing their skills further. Some are delivering improvement projects without anyone available to mentor them through the day‑to‑day decisions and obstacles that shape their role. Others are the only process person in an organisation, juggling multiple requests for help from all directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis coaching block of five hour-long sessions gives process practitioners a structured space to hone their skills, make better practice decisions and improve processes with confidence. We focus on your personal development goals, whether those are recurring challenges, existing strengths or where you want your improvement career to go next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUsing proven Lean Six Sigma and customer‑centric tools and techniques, you will get better at applying these to your own context to ensure you develop new habits that stick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSessions are held via video call and scheduled at your convenience over a three‑month period. If we have not worked together before, we will start with an additional short chemistry check call to ensure the coaching relationship feels right.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanitas Consulting","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58075995930969,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/5968\/9561\/files\/man-and-woman-work-meet_TEAL.jpg?v=1784295746"},{"product_id":"asset-pack-25491701762-example-product-3","title":"Process Improvement Training Day","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eBuild a culture where better matters\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis training session equips your team with the proven tools and techniques, and crucially also the mindset, to spot inefficiency and improve processes. Using Lean Six Sigma and customer-centric principles, participants learn to analyse and solve process problems collaboratively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eParticipants develop skills in process analysis, root cause identification and structured solution-finding. This session builds your internal capacity and a common approach for sustained continuous improvement across your organisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDelivered on-site with all materials included, this facilitated training session is for groups of up to 15 people and is best suited to process-driven roles at any level. \u003ci\u003eDepending on your location, trainer travel costs may be added.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf you are interested in an adapted version of this session with bespoke content or online delivery, please \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Email link\" href=\"mailto:hello@vanitasconsulting.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanitas Consulting","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58075996160345,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/5968\/9561\/files\/woman-leading-meeting_TEAL.jpg?v=1784295746"},{"product_id":"test-workshop","title":"Rapid Improvement Workshop (two days)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eTransform a business process in two focused days.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis intensive workshop is designed for teams who are facing recurring process problems, such as bottlenecks, inconsistent customer experience, rework or slow turnaround times, and want to resolve them. Over two days, your facilitator will guide the group through analysing the current state end-to-end, defining the future state target condition and piloting solutions ready to be put into practice. As well as tackling your specific challenge, participants will learn by doing, embedding skills and a mindset they can apply to future improvements with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDelivered on-site with all materials included, this facilitated workshop is for groups of around 10 people. Participants should together represent the core cross-functional expertise needed to understand and improve the process. A pre-workshop diagnostic session and post-workshop follow-up session are also included. \u003ci\u003eDepending on your location, facilitator travel costs may be added.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf you are interested in an adapted version of this session with bespoke content or online delivery, please \u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@vanitasconsulting.co.uk\" title=\"Email link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanitas Consulting","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58079680823641,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/5968\/9561\/files\/developer-leading-planning-session_TEAL.jpg?v=1784295745"},{"product_id":"leadership-advisory-session","title":"Leadership Advisory Sessions (set of three)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eExpert consultancy for leaders navigating operational change\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMany leaders hear the noise from operational problems but are not sure of the most impactful ways of enabling their teams to solve them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis trio of hour-long advisory sessions provides operational excellence guidance for senior leaders who need an organisation that runs smoothly and want to avoid wasting time and money on low value activity. Working one-to-one with a senior operational excellence expert, these sessions will give you clarity and direction on the necessary actions for lasting operational change, tailored to your priorities and context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis service can be used ad hoc for specific operational challenges or on an ongoing basis as a sounding board. It is ideal for organisations requiring support without the cost of a permanent position in-house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSessions are held via video call and scheduled at your convenience over an eight-week period. If we have not worked together before, we will start with an additional short chemistry check call to ensure the advisory relationship feels right.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanitas Consulting","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58371718152537,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/5968\/9561\/files\/women-go-over-reports_TEAL.jpg?v=1784295744"},{"product_id":"operational-health-check","title":"Publishing Workflow Health Check","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFind your process friction before it finds your customers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePublishing workflows can accumulate inefficiency quietly over time: such as slow turnarounds, duplicated effort, unclear handovers and multiple rounds of revisions. Left unaddressed, these issues slow teams down and erode the quality of what reaches your authors and their readers. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis health check gives publishers and in-house publication teams a structured review of how work moves through your core editorial and production processes, identifying where time and resources are being lost and what to do about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe begin with a diagnostic call to understand your particular challenges and goals. Where relevant process documentation, operational data or access to process owners is available, I can provide detailed analysis of your current process state, value stream, root causes and key metrics. Findings are then delivered as a written report, followed by a call to discuss priorities and agree a practical path forward.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanitas Consulting","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58371940450649,"sku":null,"price":5000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/5968\/9561\/files\/woman-reads-through-meeting-info_TEAL.jpg?v=1784295746"},{"product_id":"journal-development-review","title":"Concise Journal Development Review","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eA fresh perspective on where your journal stands and where it could go\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhether you are launching a new journal or looking to strengthen an existing one, this review gives societies, editors and publishers an independent expert assessment of your journal's current position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAfter analysing scope, content, profile, publication metrics and competitor landscape, your consultant will share insights and set out practical recommendations for development. Where relevant customer feedback, operational data or access to key stakeholders is available, I can provide detailed editorial, operational and positioning recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFindings are then delivered as a written report, followed by a call to discuss priorities and agree a practical path forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePlease note this service assumes a journal publication: if you require something similar for a book series or list, \u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@vanitasconsulting.co.uk\" title=\"Email\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edo get in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanitas Consulting","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58372200530265,"sku":null,"price":5000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/5968\/9561\/files\/iStock-1919863292_TEAL.jpg?v=1784303713"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.vanitasconsulting.co.uk\/collections\/selected-solutions.oembed","provider":"Vanitas Consulting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}