Or is money no object, or do you seek a firm that will work with your budget by exploring the options and variables without compromising the quality of the results? Many consulting firms work on a fixed-fee-for-fixed-services basis, and it is incumbent on you to fit into their mold. Such engagements are typically more expensive. The risk always of hiring the least expensive provider is the time-honored adage that one tends to get what one pays for. Those suppliers that have the greatest flexibility in terms of service delivery options and price guidelines are often willing and able to work with nearly every company's budget.