More Mandates for Interim Managers

Predictable. Measurable. Without Sales Stress.

4 Building Blocks: Digital · Outbound · AI · Network

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Why ISS for Interim Sales?

Interim management is in demand – but the challenge is rarely performance. It's predictability. Without continuous acquisition, winning mandates quickly becomes a matter of luck. Our goal: a predictable, measurable pipeline – without you trading your core competency for sales work.

Continuity + System instead of Ad-hoc

No selling of individual measures – but a sales operation: repeatable, measurable and tailored to your profile. Digital creates recognition, Outbound brings speed, AI makes progress visible.

Qualification instead of "Lists"

You receive pre-qualified decision-maker appointments including context, needs and next steps – no raw contact lists. Fewer appointments, but properly qualified.

Measurable via KPIs & Reporting

Weekly reporting on status, learnings and next steps. Progress is visible at any time – no black box.

Professional, Consistent, Reliable

You stay in the project & advisory – we handle continuous touchpoints, follow-ups and clean handovers in the background.

Building Block 1: Digital Marketing

Visibility · Trust · Conversion

Reach and recognition come from consistency – not one-off actions. The goal is visibility with the right target customers, so outbound becomes "warmer", response rates increase and conversations happen faster.

What we concretely deliver

  • Positioning: USP, roles, industries, tool/topic focus
  • LinkedIn optimisation including reusable content templates
  • Landing page / one-pager (optional) with clear CTA and tracking (UTM)
  • Performance impulses (e.g. LinkedIn Ads) where it makes sense in the target market
  • 6–8 posts planned and prepared as templates
  • Tracking set up and first report delivered
Rule of thumb: Outbound brings speed – Digital delivers trust and better response rates.

Mini-Setup (typically 2 weeks)

The basic framework is typically in place within 10–14 days, creating quick recognition, a clear message and a clean funnel entry.

  • Sharpen profile & offering (roles, industries, use cases, proof)
  • Create content plan + template set
  • Define landing/CTA (contact, appointment booking, download)
  • Set up tracking & deliver first report

Building Block 2: Active Telemarketing

Outbound is the fastest route to new conversations – provided the qualification is right.

What you receive

  • Appointments with suitable decision-makers instead of "lists"
  • Pre-clarification of role, timing, budget and stakeholders (BANT-light)
  • Consistent follow-up without sales stress while in project
  • Weekly reporting (status, learnings, next steps)
Quality principle: Fewer appointments, but properly qualified (need / timing / budget / stakeholders).

Process & Quality

  • Define target profile (industry, role, day rate range, regions, start window)
  • Set up targeting (account list + decision-maker mapping: Finance, Procurement, IT, HR)
  • Sharpen messaging (core message, 2–3 use cases, objections/responses)
  • Execute calling (call blocks, follow-ups, scheduling, CRM notes)
  • Qualification check per lead (need, timing, budget, role, stakeholders, next step)
  • Handover to you (briefing, appointment details, conversation recommendation)

Building Block 3: AI Tool Support

Workflows & Making Results Visible

AI is not a buzzword but a tool to structure faster, document cleanly and make progress measurable. Standardised workflows take you from information to decisions – with traceable results for decision-makers.

How we use AI

  • Quickly structure tenders/project enquiries (requirements, fit, risks)
  • Standard checks & evaluations as reproducible templates
  • KPI and process insights (P2P/O2C, master data, booking logic)
  • Documentation/proof: results prepared clearly – including for decision-makers

Concrete Outcomes

  • Faster project start: less analysis time, faster clarity
  • More value: potentials & KPIs presented clearly
  • Higher professionalism: standards instead of Excel chaos
  • Scalability: reuse templates across projects

Optional: Knowledge Graph & Monthly Report

Scan market sources (permitted sources only), store enquiries structurally, score matches (0–100) and output as monthly report – with executive summary, trends, activities and next steps.

Building Block 4: Network Partnership

Fit · Credibility · Backing

Networks work because they increase fit: more credible in conversations, less project risk, faster implementation through access to know-how & resources.

Decision-makers buy security. With network backbone and professional backing, the closing probability increases – especially in SAP/Finance/Procurement environments.

Cooperation Logic

  • Mutual referrals (win-win) with clear fit
  • Professional support as needed
  • Optional: teaming (interim + back office)
  • Transparent commission/referral rules

Network means for us

Not "collecting contacts", but a clear cooperation logic with transparent coordination – focused on genuine fit and shared success.

Example: In SAP finance/procurement projects, the network provides process & KPI know-how – so you can show impact faster.

How the System Works Together

A system that generates appointments, builds trust and makes results visible – so mandate acquisition becomes predictable.

Week 1

Target Profile + Positioning

Roles, industries, regions, start window – plus clear use cases & proof.

Week 2

Start Outbound + Plan Content

Messaging, focus accounts, first call blocks – and reusable content.

Week 3+

Appointments, Follow-ups, Network Matches

Consistent follow-up, qualification and fitting intros from the network.

ongoing

AI Templates & Proof

Standards, reports, KPIs – so impact is quickly visible and scalable.

You: convince clients & deliver  ·  We: pipeline, visibility, network, templates

Collaboration & Packages

Start pragmatically – then scale what works. Pricing model typically: retainer + success share (depending on role, target market and desired speed).

Entry

Starter

Digital
  • Positioning (USP, roles, industries)
  • Content plan + template set
  • Tracking / lead CTA (UTM / reporting)
Recommended

Growth

Digital + Outbound + AI
  • Everything from Starter
  • Target profile + messaging
  • Outbound incl. reporting
  • AI support (templates / quick scans)
Full Service

Full

4 Building Blocks
  • Everything from Growth
  • Network teaming & referrals
  • AI support in project (proof / standards)
  • End-to-end to offer / start (after setup)

* Details to be defined together in the kickoff – depending on profile, market and desired pace.

Frequently Asked Questions

In a 30-minute kickoff we clarify target profile, focus industries and start plan: target roles, regions and start window, 2–3 use cases and proof/references, outbound setup (focus accounts, decision-makers, messaging) and profile/content plan + tracking. A concrete start plan follows immediately.
Qualified means: need, timing, budget and relevant stakeholders are clarified upfront (BANT-light). You receive no contact lists, but appointments with concrete context – including briefing and recommendation for the conversation.
No. First contact, follow-ups and scheduling are handled entirely by us. You receive fully briefed appointments. Your job is the actual conversation – we make sure you get there.
Sources and data origins are documented. Personal data is only processed with a legal basis. Automation is only used with permitted sources (ToS/robots/API/partner data). All processes are set up in GDPR-compliant manner.
The digital setup is typically ready in 10–14 days. First outbound conversations usually start from week 2–3. Qualified appointments are realistic from week 3–4 depending on the target market and profile. We focus on sustainable quality rather than quick, mismatched contacts.
Typically retainer + success share – depending on package, profile, target market and desired speed. The exact arrangement is defined together in the kickoff. No hidden costs.

Kickoff: Target Profile & Start Plan

In 30 minutes we clarify target profile, focus industries and start plan: target roles / regions / start window, 2–3 use cases + proof/references, outbound setup and profile/content plan + tracking.

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Interim Shared Services for Procurement and Finance Ltd.

Malta

E-Mail: business@interim-shared-services.com