| | AUGUST 202119devising a solution that closes the underlying loopholes. In this regard, the proficient Optimus consultants work hand-in-hand with clients to identify organizational complexities and subsequently assess, document, develop, and execute the optimal solution necessary to facilitate business synergies. Precisely, the company leaves no stone unturned in finding best suited talents for its customers. "We will not place someone into a job just because they appear to be a great fit on paper," remarks Michelle. Instead, the TX-based firm goes the extra mile to understand the customer work culture and finds them the perfect candidate with similar functional skills. All thanks to the team's entrenched know-how in the trading and commodity space. To illustrate more on the value that Optimus brings to the table, Michelle cites a recent instance when the company partnered with an independent power producer that had been operating for many years on homegrown solutions for their generation management and ISO settlements. "They came to us, trying to decide on a solution provider and system integrator," she mentions. After a thorough conversation with Michelle and her business partners on approach, the client immediately chose to collaborate with Optimus. Quickly, Michelle and her team were able to hone in on their problems and chalked out a plan listing the checklist of requirements to be addressed, conducted vendor selection exercises to choose the best one based on statistical analysis, and helped them gain deeper insights into the process. The project then moved forward into execution.Success stories as such have encouraged Optimus to constantly enhance their innovative approach to solve diverse problems of its clients. Speaking further, Michelle expresses her concerns over the grim condition in the midst of Covid-19. Additionally, pointing out how the initial months were stagnant for most enterprises, she comments on the definitive pickup in hiring activities during the latter half of Q4 both for permanent and staffing hires as well as the kick off of strategic consulting projects.While Optimus has operated on a global level, Optimus plans to solidify its footprints into European soil very soon with an internationally based team. As far as expanding services are concerned, the company listens to the needs of the market ­ just like commodities trading and marketing does. "We want to support our clients and candidates irrespective of location. That is ultimately what it takes to provide a true fit for purpose solution," concludes Michelle. Our experience working in various functional areas across the commodity space gives us an edge to streamline the otherwise complicated processes of E/CTRM
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