Find out here how Boss Consulting, a boutique IT consultancy on Lot 3 of the MCF4 framework, specialising in Complex Transformation Delivery, is ‘building a better tomorrow’
Boss Consulting is a boutique IT consultancy on Lot 3 of the MCF4 framework, specialising in Complex Transformation Delivery. We have supported some of the biggest brands and leading public sector organisations with their complex transformation programmes.
We work as an extension of our clients’ teams, delivering senior-led transformation services that bring real expertise and practical solutions. With extensive experience in de-risking complex transformation programmes, we ensure your journey is smooth and successful.
Can you explain the Management Consultancy Framework Four (MCF4) under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and how it enables UK public sector organisations to access cost-effective management consultancy?
The Management Consultancy Framework 4 (MCF4) is a UK government procurement framework managed by Crown Commercial Service (CCS). It is designed to give public sector organisations streamlined access to a wide range of management consultancy services from vetted suppliers.
It is the fourth iteration of the Management Consultancy Framework series. It enables central government departments, local authorities, health bodies, education institutions, and other public sector organisations to procure consultancy services efficiently and cost-effectively under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
MCF4 is divided into 10 specialist lots, each covering different consultancy areas:
- Business
- Strategy and policy
- Complex and transformation
- Finance
- HR
- Procurement and supply chain
- Health, social care and community
- Infrastructure
- Environment and sustainability
- Restructuring and insolvency (new in MCF4).
The key benefits include:
- Wide supplier pool: Both SMEs and large multinational firms
- Cyber essentials accreditation: All suppliers must maintain this for cybersecurity compliance
- Standardised terms and conditions: Simplifies procurement and ensures consistency
- Flexible pricing models: Enable better value for money and appropriate pricing of programmes covering:
- Time and materials
- Fixed price
- Risk and reward
- Volume-based pricing
- Dedicated support: CCS provides templates, buyer guides, and contract management assistance
- Streamlined procurement: Reduces time and complexity for public sector buyers
- Social value integration: Aligns with government goals on sustainability and carbon reduction
- Access to expertise: Covers areas like policy development, organisational change, and digital transformation.
How does Boss Consulting support MCF4?
Boss Consulting provides services under MCF4 Lot 3 – Complex Transformation. The following services that we provide are shown in Figure 1:
Programme Readiness Assessment (Phase 0)
Our Programme Readiness Assessment (Phase 0) helps clients build the foundations for a successful programme launch. We help you confirm the business objectives, programme scope and business case, assess the current systems, processes and data landscape, establish robust governance structures and identify key resources for the subsequent phases. Our team can help you develop the Programme Initiation Document and set out the steps for the journey ahead.
Process and Organisation Change
We help companies navigate complex transformations with confidence and clarity. Whether you’re restructuring teams, streamlining operations, or implementing new technologies, we guide you through every step of the process and organisation change journey. Our process optimisation specialists help you analyse and redesign workflows to improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance performance.
Our organisation design consultants align structure, roles, and responsibilities with strategic goals to foster agility and accountability. Our change management teams develop tailored strategies to build stakeholder buy-in, manage the impacts of change and ensure smooth adoption.
Programme Management Office Services
Our Project Management Office Services provide the structure, governance, and oversight needed to deliver complex programmes successfully. We use proven methodologies and establish clear frameworks for planning, risk management, reporting, and stakeholder communication. We ensure every initiative aligns with strategic objectives and delivers measurable value. Our rigorous execution drives consistency, transparency, and accountability across projects. This enables our clients to achieve outcomes on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Transformation Programme Delivery
We enable the delivery of end-to-end, complex transformation programmes spanning technology, processes, people, data, and governance. Our team ensure disciplined execution through robust programme management, rigorous planning, and proactive risk mitigation. Whether supporting multi-phase deployments or mission-critical initiatives, we focus on outcomes that deliver measurable business value and drive sustainable performance improvement.
Programme Assurance
Whether you require embedded proactive programme assurance to help guide your programme to success or have a programme in distress which requires turnaround support, our Programme Assurance service offers an impartial health check. We diagnose issues, uncover root causes, and deliver actionable turnaround strategies.
Backed by proven methodologies and senior advisory expertise, we stabilise delivery and restore confidence. Whether challenges are emerging or entrenched, we ensure governance, reporting, technology solutions and programme execution are brought back in line with the business objectives to deliver success.
Delivery Resource Partner
As your Delivery Resource Partner, we will provide specialist resources matched to the needs of your project. Our SME consultants bring a range of skills spanning both technology and management skillsets and integrate seamlessly into your teams. Through our network of over 50,000 consultants (many SC/DV cleared), we provide hybrid, remote, or on-site expertise. In a nutshell, Boss Consulting ensures that the right people are in place to deliver successful outcomes for your project.
IT Strategy
We help organisations align technology investments with business goals to drive innovation, efficiency and growth. Whether you’re modernising legacy systems, planning cloud migration, building a transformation roadmap or redefining your IT Target Operating Model, we provide the expert insight and technical capabilities to help you define your strategic approach.
Software and Vendor Selection
Our teams focus on guiding businesses through the complex process of identifying, evaluating, and selecting the most suitable IT software solutions and delivery partners to support their transformation journeys. Our experienced consultants work closely with clients to understand their strategic goals, operational needs, and budgetary constraints. We carry out focused market analysis, tailored assessments, and implement selection frameworks.
We help organisations make informed decisions that reduce cost and delivery risk and drive long-term value. Whether you’re upgrading legacy systems, implementing new platforms, or navigating digital transformation, we ensure every choice aligns with your business vision and delivers measurable impact.
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