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Why You Need an AI-Powered, Innovative Partner

Written by Dave McCall, VP, Innovation at Thunder

Is Your Consulting Partner Stuck in the Stone Age?

Let’s face it: technology consulting often feels…broken. You hire a firm, they promise the world, and yet, the results fall short. You’re left wondering, “Where did all that money go?” Disappointing, right?

Why does this happen? Well, many consulting firms operate the same way they have for decades. They hire smart people, teach them a generic methodology, and hope for the best. They might use a patchwork of different tools to manage projects, leading to confusion and inefficiencies. It’s like trying to build a house with just a hammer and a wrench. You might get something done, but it won’t be pretty, and it certainly won’t be efficient.

You’ve got big ambitions. Those deserve a team equal to the task. You need to get your implementation done right, now and forever.

At Thunder, We’ve Decided to Rewrite the Rules

We believe there’s a better way. That’s why we developed the Thunder Methodology. It’s a comprehensive, integrated approach designed to deliver real results–a better operating model for Salesforce.

Our methodology has three core components:

  1. A Streamlined Agile Process
    This is like having a well-oiled machine. We’ve refined our processes to be lean, flexible, and responsive. No more clunky, outdated workflows.
  2. A Consistent Delivery Framework
    Imagine a recipe that works every single time. Our framework ensures consistent, high-quality delivery across all projects. It’s the secret sauce that guarantees success.
  3. Technology That Tracks and Automates Everything
    This is where things get really exciting. We don’t just talk about efficiency; we build it into our technology. It’s like having NASA facilitating your hiking trip, guiding and monitoring every step to ensure success. It might be a little much, but you certainly won’t get lost.

Our Technology Suite: The Engine Behind Our Success

Let’s dive into the tools that make the Thunder Methodology so powerful:

Methodology tools

 

  • Thunder Platform
    This is our project command center. It tracks every aspect of your engagement, including all 85+ tasks within our methodology. It’s like our dashboard that shows you the speed, direction, and fuel level of your project. Everything is in one place, so you’re never left wondering what’s going on.
  • Thunder Customer Portal
    Transparency is key. With our customer portal, you get a front-row seat to your project. You can see task progress, timelines, budgets, issues, and risks. You can also collaborate with our team and approve user stories. It’s a live feed of your project, ensuring you’re always in the loop.
  • Thunder Early Warning System
    We don’t wait for problems to arise; we proactively identify them. Our automated system audits every in-flight project, using 25+ rule-based and AI-generated diagnostics. When the system sees something that might be a problem, our people course-correct early so that you don’t even know.
  • User Story AI
    This is our secret weapon. User Story AI helps our team draft, enhance, and grade solution designs, user stories, and test cases. It’s like having an expert assistant that ensures everything is top-notch.

And we’re just getting started. We continue to iterate on all of these solutions. By the time you’re reading this, it will already be outdated. We will have added more warnings to the Early Warning System, more diagnostics for your project on the portal, and brought in more AI capabilities to make our team more efficient.

Why Choose Thunder?

If you’re tired of empty promises and lackluster results, it’s time to consider Thunder. The Thunder Methodology is designed to deliver the best possible outcomes. We’ve built it from the ground up, integrating technology and better processes to create a truly exceptional consulting experience.

Don’t settle for “crossing our fingers” consulting. Your team deserves better, and we’re here to deliver it. Choose Thunder and experience the difference–getting Salesforce right, now and forever.

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Dave McCall

Dave is VP of Innovation at Thunder. He is responsible for building innovative approaches to the way we deliver including guiding the implementation of the innovative tools seen above. He gets passionate about automation and baked goods.