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    Retooling Delivery with the Flywheel Method

    Focusing on customer value and using AI at the core of our approach, we mitigate cost overruns, accelerate time to value, and foster unprecedented independence.

    The Problem with Traditional Consulting

    Hourly billing, quality that depends on individual consultants, and knowledge that walks out the door at project end - this outdated model is rapidly becoming obsolete in the age of AI.

    Many firms simply apply AI to the same old approach: faster delivery, slightly lower cost, but the same limitations for clients.

    The Column5 Difference

    We’ve fundamentally re-engineered our delivery model with the Flywheel Method - an AI-powered system built around continuous customer value.

    By placing AI at the core of everything we do, we eliminate cost overruns, dramatically accelerate time-to-value, deliver unprecedented client independence, and create self-improving solutions that keep delivering long after our engagement ends.

    AI in All Phases

    Full Lifecycle coverage

    We apply Darwin AI from the very first scope conversation through development, testing, documentation, and training. This end-to-end integration delivers faster, higher-quality outcomes at every step.

    Bank Vault

    High-Fidelity Knowledge Transfer

    Every decision and configuration is captured and documented by Darwin AI, creating far more complete and accurate knowledge transfer than traditional consultant-led projects.

    Retained Capability

    Uniquely, clients retain access to the same Darwin AI tools used during the engagement - empowering ongoing self-improvement and true independence long after the project ends.

    Experience the Difference

    Discover what the Darwin AI–enabled Flywheel Method can do for your organization.

    The Flywheel Process

    A continuous cycle of value creation and knowledge transfer.

    Strategy & Scope

    Prospective clients engage with Darwin AI to produce a vision for value based on Column5 best practices. Option: configure MCP to document current solution autonomously. Darwin AI analyzes requirements against this context and creates a sequential roadmap of implementation phases before the engagement begins. Each of these phases are adjusted for time/cost and other dependencies. Detailed requirements are stored and referenced, ensuring consistent alignment from day one.

    Calculate Your Flywheel ROI

    See how the Flywheel Method dramatically reduces costs and accelerates time-to-value compared to traditional EPM consulting.

    Traditional Project

    $500k

    Optional Add-Ons (Adds 10% each)

    Add-ons Cost$0k
    Total Traditional Cost$500k

    Flywheel Method

    $375k - $450k

    Optional Add-Ons (Gratis w/ Flywheel)

    Training
    Documentation
    Performance Testing
    Process Improvement
    Add-ons Cost$0
    Total Flywheel Cost$375k - $450k
    Save 10% - 25%

    Time to Value Comparison

    Traditional Project

    12 Months
    Total Traditional Time12 Months

    Flywheel Method

    3 - 8 Months
    Total Flywheel Time3 - 8 Months
    Save 4 - 9 Months

    Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

    Compare the long-term operational costs and efficiency gains.

    Traditional Project

    Manual or embedded in one tool at a time
    N/A

    Flywheel Method

    10 (90% less)
    4 (90% less)
    $20,000 (80% less)
    All tools at once*
    $25k - $60k / year**

    *assuming tools have MCP available

    **plus purchased context skills & MCPs

    90%+ Lower TCO

    Our Approach FAQs

    Common questions about the Flywheel Method.