Bridging Knowledge and Practice for Impactful Solutions
At the Strategia Research and Training Institute, our consultancy services are designed to translate evidence, experience, and expertise into actionable solutions that address today’s most pressing socio-economic, environmental, and technological challenges.
We work at the intersection of policy, research, innovation, and community engagement, providing context-specific, data-driven, and people-centered consulting to a diverse set of clients—including government departments, multilateral organizations, academic institutions, StartUps, and non-profits.
Our Vision for Consultancy
Our consulting philosophy is built on the belief that capacity and context are as important as content. We are committed to co-creating solutions that are participatory, inclusive, and scalable.
Key principles guiding our consultancy approach:
Evidence-based and impact-oriented
Locally grounded and globally informed
Interdisciplinary and systems-thinking driven
Equity-enhancing and gender-sensitive
Ethical, transparent, and collaborative
Areas of Consultancy Expertise
We offer specialized consultancy services across a wide spectrum of themes. These include:
1. Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability
We support institutions in designing, implementing, and evaluating sustainable environmental policies and practices:
- Climate Vulnerability Assessments (CVA) using IPCC and UNFCCC-aligned methodologies
- Design of climate-resilient agricultural and water systems in fragile ecosystems
- Community-based disaster risk reduction (CBDRR) and nature-based solutions (NbS)
- Integration of climate action in Panchayati Raj and urban development planning
- Preparation of State and District Action Plans on Climate Change (SAPCC, DAPCC)
We intend to work closely with state nodal agencies, UNDP, GIZ, and the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC).
2. Digital Transformation and Public Sector Innovation
As India undergoes digital transformation, we provide strategic consulting to harness technology for governance and citizen empowerment:
- e-Governance roadmaps and platform implementation strategies (Aadhaar, UPI, CoWIN, ONDC, DIGIT, etc.)
- StartUp ecosystem assessment and entrepreneurship enablement plans
- Data governance frameworks, cybersecurity risk audits, and digital inclusion strategies
- Smart village and smart city blueprinting
- Digital skilling strategies aligned with Industry 4.0 & 5.0 and AI-enabled governance
We envisage advising government agencies, Smart City Missions, digital StartUps, and CSR units of private firms.
3. Socio-Economic Development and Policy Design
Our socio-economic policy consulting focuses on bridging inequalities, strengthening livelihoods, and fostering sustainable growth:
- Livelihood promotion strategies for tribal, mountain, and marginalized communities
- Policy briefs on labor, employment, migration, rural development, and social security
- Social protection program design (pensions, maternity, insurance, housing)
- Local economic development strategies using value-chain approaches
- Preparation of District Human Development Reports (DHDRs), Local SDG Plans, and Vision Documents
We plan to collaborate with Government Agencies, District Collectors, NGOs, and donor agencies.
4. Gender Equality and Inclusive Development
We bring strong expertise in gender and social inclusion (GESI), helping institutions embed equity in their policies and programs:
- Gender analysis and mainstreaming strategies for sectoral projects (health, education, transport, energy)
- Gender-responsive budgeting and institutional gender audits
- Design and implementation of women-led entrepreneurship and self-help group (SHG) models
- Inclusion toolkits for disability, elderly, and marginalized identities
- Evaluation of schemes such as Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, PMMVY, Nirbhaya Fund programs
Clients include women development corporations, donor agencies, and research think tanks.
5. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL)
We help organizations assess the effectiveness, relevance, efficiency, and sustainability of their interventions:
- Baseline, midline, and endline evaluations of projects across sectors
- Impact assessment using quantitative (RCT, DID) and qualitative (process tracing, theory of change) techniques
- Development of log frames, results frameworks, KPIs, and outcome mapping tools
- Participatory evaluation methodologies including Most Significant Change (MSC), Outcome Harvesting
- Capacity-building of partner organizations on MEL frameworks and tools
We plan to conduct MEL assignments for CSR initiatives, international NGOs, and philanthropic foundations.
6. Research Advisory and Knowledge Partnerships
Our academic and research strength is at the core of our consultancy services. We offer:
- Design of large-scale research projects, primary surveys, and data analysis plans
- Policy brief development and dissemination strategies
- Technical review and synthesis of academic literature for program design
- Knowledge management and content creation (white papers, sector reports, toolkits)
- Co-authorship and strategic research partnerships with universities and think tanks
We intend to support PhD scholars, multilateral programs, ministries, and academic publishing initiatives.
7. Business and Management Sciences
We offer applied management consulting across key business functions, with a focus on context-relevant strategies for development, MSMEs, and rural enterprises:
- Marketing Strategy and Rural Market Access
Market research, branding, and go-to-market strategies tailored for grassroots products and services. - Human Resource Development and Organizational Design
Capacity-building plans, talent acquisition strategies, leadership development, and performance management systems. - Supply Chain Optimization and Value Chain Development
End-to-end assessments of procurement, production, logistics, and distribution networks in both rural and urban contexts. - Operations and Logistics Consulting
Process mapping, inventory control, warehouse design, last-mile delivery optimization for agri-based and small-scale industries. - CSR and ESG Strategy Development
Advising companies on responsible business practices, compliance, and reporting in alignment with ESG indicators.
We envision working closely with MSMEs, business schools, corporate CSR units, incubators, chambers of commerce, and livelihood promotion missions.
Proposed Clients and Collaborators
Our institute plan to deliver assignments for a wide range of stakeholders, including:
- Government departments (Rural Development, Environment, Women and Child Development, MSMEs)
- International agencies (UNDP, UNICEF, GIZ, World Bank, DFID, USAID)
- Civil society organizations (PRADAN, SEWA, Aga Khan Foundation, ActionAid)
- Corporate CSR units (Tata Trusts, Reliance Foundation, Infosys Foundation)
- Academic and policy institutions (NITI Aayog, universities, policy labs)
Modes of Engagement
We offer end-to-end and modular consulting models, including:
Advisory Support
One-time or ongoing strategic input
Project-based Consulting
Turnkey solutions with defined deliverables
Embedded Consultancy
Experts deployed in client teams or offices
Consortium Participation
As thematic or technical partners in multi-stakeholder initiatives
Rapid Response Assignments
Quick-turnaround analysis or reviews
(10–30 days)
Our teams can work on-site, remotely, or in hybrid formats based on the client’s needs.
Our Team and Network
Our institute’s consultancy practice is powered by a multidisciplinary team of:
- Senior researchers, economists, and policy analysts
- Subject-matter specialists in climate, digital governance, and gender
- Data scientists, evaluation experts, and program managers
- A global network of advisors and academic collaborators
This enables us to bring rigor, responsiveness, and relevance to every assignment we undertake.
Quality, Ethics, and Confidentiality
We maintain the highest standards of professional integrity and confidentiality. All assignments are governed by clear terms of reference (ToR), deliverable timelines, and review protocols. Ethical research practices, informed consent, data protection, and cultural sensitivity are non-negotiable pillars of our consultancy ethos.
Co-creating Solutions for a Better Tomorrow
At the Strategia Research and Training Institute, consultancy is more than advice—it is a collaborative journey toward impactful change, grounded in research, driven by innovation, and designed for the communities we serve.
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