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SCARFE Consulting

Aligning People, Process, and Technology

We are an Information Technology firm specializing in Geographic Information System (GIS) services. Our expertise is in project management, strategic planning, enterprise implementations, needs assessments, application development, and business process analysis for GIS and related technologies. 

About

SCARFE Consulting was established in 2002 and is owned and managed by Danielle Scarfe, a respected senior consultant with 30-plus years of consulting and project management experience in the field of Geographic Information Systems within the U.S. and abroad.  Focusing on her belief of aligning people, process and technology, Danielle is considered a subject matter expert in an array of GIS disciplines working with private, not-for-profit, federal, state, and local public sector organizations.

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Why Choose Us?

All too often, businesses are focused on their daily needs and have a difficult time planning more efficient and streamlined business operations.  Sometimes that "quick fix" becomes standard operating procedure.  SCARFE Consulting knows that successful technology projects are driven by the people and processes behind them.  At SCARFE Consulting, we strive to eliminate process inefficiencies, leverage existing technology, address changing needs, streamline operations, and implement new technology when appropriate.  This is accomplished through the alignment of the client's business goals, understanding the user needs, and choosing the right technology solutions. With extensive industry experience, SCARFE Consulting brings leadership that delivers sound methodology to effectively execute projects within budget and on time while leading their clients on the path to success.

SERVICES

SCARFE Consulting provides a variety of services to help their clients meet business goals.

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Project Management

GIS Consulting

Critical to a successful project is the ability of your project manager to plan and execute tasks, organize the project details, and manage project resources. SCARFE Consulting provides project management veterans for your complex technology projects. We believe in building a collaborative culture, providing highly communicative, detail-oriented project managers, and following best practices for project management.

With extensive experience in a multitude of industry verticals, our team leverages this knowledge while coupling it with best practices to assist you in successfully reaching your project goals and implementing innovative, yet pragmatic solutions. Our collaborative approach allows us to partner with other respected and seasoned GIS companies securing a strong team to ensure you are provided with the effective resources and cost-efficient solutions. 

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Business Process Analysis

Business process analysis provides a comprehensive view and assessment of your current operational activities, defines performance measures and develops recommendations for improving these activities. Our team works with you to provide meaningful, relevant recommendations to improve your operations.  We map your current workflows, identify areas to streamline, provide solutions to leverage technology where appropriate, and design more effective staff roles and responsibilities to meet business goals.

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Strategic Planning

Knowing where you are now, determining where you want to go, and how you intend to get there is critical to your success. Strategic planning lays out a road map defining the strategy and steps you will need to meet your business goals. SCARFE Consulting assesses your current business operations, provides short and long-term recommendations, develops the work plan, prioritizes projects, and examines the organizational structure to get to where you want to be.

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Needs Assessments

Our needs assessment services evaluate your organizations areas that need improvement. Our team of experts determine the gaps between your current conditions and your desired outcomes. Needs Assessments are used to provide sustainable organization, data, and technical related recommendations for improvements.  Immediate, short and long-term goals are defined to identify where efficiencies can be gained to better support your resources, improve your services, and streamline coordination and communication across your business units.

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Inter-Agency Facilitation

We lead our teams with strong communication, and foster coordination with project stakeholders to develop accepted common goals in complex, multi-departmental or muti-agency projects. With excellent communication and organizational skills, SCARFE Consulting has a proven track record for successfully managing stakeholder needs, controlling the project plan, and providing guidance and leadership to the project team. 

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

 

corrections

economic development

environment

energy sector

emergency management

forest preserve

gas technology

health & human services

land assessment

land acquisition

land management

pipeline safety management

planning & development

power utilities

public health

public safety

public works

sewer utilities

storm water utilities

traffic safety

transportation

water utilities

CERTIFICATIONS

Illinois Woman Business Enterprise

​Illinois Disadvantaged Business Enterprise

Virginia Disadvantaged Business Enterprise

Virginia Small, Women and Micro Business  

New Jersey Transit Disadvantaged Business Enterprise

CLIENTS

 

Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

City of Chicago, Illinois

City of Country Club Hills, Illinois

City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

City of Pasadena, California

Cook County, Illinois

Edison Mission Wind Energy Farm, Illinois Region

GTI Energy, Illinois

Hennepin County, Minnesota

Illinois State Toll Highway Authority

Iowa Department of Transportation

Jackson County, Missouri

McLean County GIS Consortium

MetroGIS/Metropolitan Council, Minnesota

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

Minnesota Department of Transportation

Ramsey County, Minnesota

State of Wisconsin Emergency Management

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SCARFE Consulting, LLC.

Fairfax, Virginia  (815) 970-2418

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