international consulting

We provide professional international consulting services for international financial organisations such as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, New Development Bank and KFW Loan and foreign government loan projects, including project implementation and management consulting, project application consulting, project feasibility analysis, project preparation and due diligence. At present, we have expanded our business to nearly 30 provinces (autonomous regions and municipalities directly under the central government) and cities including Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Jiangsu, Henan, Guangxi, Ningxia and Qinghai.

Scope of Service

Project Application Consultation

Coaching on project organisation, application, management, approval and risk prevention
Interpretation of project policies and key areas of support
Planning and screening of high-quality alternative projects, etc.
Coaching on preparation of application materials

Project Feasibility Analysis

Status and needs assessment
International best practices and technology research
Analysis of policy options
Cost-benefit analysis and assessment of alternatives
Technical training and capacity building recommendations
Stakeholder consultation

Project Preparation and Due Diligence

Industry data, information collection and analysis
Project design optimisation and technical due diligence
Safety and security assessments and mitigation plans
Economic and financial analyses
Organisational financial and procurement risk assessment
Procurement plan and strategy sourcing plan
Integrity due diligence

Project Implementation and Management Consulting

Project management and implementation support
Procurement, contract and construction management
Financial management and safety and security measures management
Project report management and preparation
Institutional capacity building and training

CAPACITY BUILDING AND TRAINING

(DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL)

Management and leadership training
Innovation capacity training
Technical training (low carbon environmental protection, financial management, smart city, vocational education, ecological protection, geographic information, tourism management, big data, artificial intelligence, etc.)

Management consulting and support in the implementation of international consulting projects

Project management and implementation support

Design review

Provide design review of project technical documents

Progress management

Procurement management
Contract management
Construction management

Assistance in the establishment of a financial management system

Establishment of withdrawal reporting procedures
Comply with the lending policies, guidelines and requirements of WB, ADB, AIIB, NDB, etc.

Management of safety and security measures

Assist the PMO in reviewing and updating the Environmental Management Plan (EMP), Resettlement Plan, SDAP and GAP
Conduct biannual internal monitoring of the implementation of the EMP, Resettlement Plan, SDAP and GAP
Provide expert advice to ensure effective implementation of environmental mitigation measures for sub-projects
Compliance evaluation and training on safeguard policy

Project performance evaluation

Capacity-building and training

Needs analysis assessment

Content design of training and study tours

Module A: procurement procedures
Module B: quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC)
Module C: project management
Module D: financial management and loan disbursement management
Module E: safety and security policy
Module G: information and document management
Module H: learning and study tours for similar projects

Preparation of project reports

Development of a comprehensive reporting system

Inception report
Project performance monitoring and evaluation report
Interim report
Project progress report
Interim adjustment report
Project completion reports

Reporting to lenders on behalf of implementing agencies

Midterm adjustments to assist in the preparation of project change documents

Assist the PMO in submitting project change applications to lenders

Go through procedures for project changes and preparation of documents required for project changes

Monitoring and evaluation of results-based lending

Develop a detailed implementation plan for the entire results-oriented project and annual implementation plan with specific tasks, deadlines, budget, responsibilities, sources of information for monitoring and reporting, and monitor progress against these implementation plans
Identify staff responsible for performance monitoring and evaluation, and provide regular training to them
Prepare monitoring and evaluation manuals to ensure quality, reliability and timely availability of data
Monitor and evaluate the project based on the project results framework, disbursement-linked indicators and action plans related to the project’s key results

Third-party verification of results-based lending

Verify the achievement of disbursement-linked indicator targets
The verification report should include a reasonable methodology agreed with the owner and the international financial organizations prior to the verification of each disbursement-linked indicator target; provide clear evidence (data, information, materials) on which the verification is based
Conduct reviews, site visits, interviews and evaluations, and assist in the preparation of the verification report. Specifically, the expert will develop a methodology for cross-checking and, where possible, triangulate the various data reported by the implementing units of the sub-projects to verify the quality and reliability of the data
Collect and analyze data
At the deadline of each configured time period, compare the value of each of the said monitoring indicators in the system with the said target value and standard value respectively. If the value of the said monitoring indicator is less than the target value, provide an early warning alert for the monitoring indicator; if the value of the said monitoring indicator is greater than or equal to the standard value, provide an alert that the monitoring indicator is in compliance with the target value
Prepare verification report

Our Strength

Customer Success-Oriented Work Standards

We strive to achieve more success for our customers, conducting our work with a pragmatic and truthful attitude, solidly completing each stage of work. We take responsibility for the solutions provided to customers, where the solution is the result. We align our interests with those of our customers to achieve specified project performance indicators. Helping customers thrive is our ultimate goal.

Unique Management Consulting and Capacity Building Experience

ET Group International has provided world-leading consulting advice and management experience to clients in China, United States, Australia, and many other countries in multiple fields. This includes environmental comprehensive governance, ecological protection, rural revitalization, climate change, green agricultural development, water resources management, river basin governance, infrastructure construction, green energy, elderly care services and public health safety, mineral resources, talent development, etc., especially in the fields of environmental comprehensive governance, green low-carbon development, and rural revitalization, where we possess unique experience. Please refer to the performance list and partial client list for project experience

International Standard SOPs, Industry-Leading Methodologies, and Technologies

We have introduced the ISO9001 quality management concept and established mature standardized SOP processes for each stage of project implementation. Our expert think tank and support team are strong, with the ability to dynamically track international advanced technology trends around the clock and manage international consulting projects in multiple countries simultaneously. We use adaptive management methods to manage each consulting project, which belongs to a cyclical method including 5 stages: (1) Planning; (2) Implementation; (3) Monitoring; (4) Evaluation; (5) Adaptation. That is, to think about management work from a strategic level, closely monitor the results of each management action, adjust management methods based on results, and summarize the experience and lessons learned from past projects. Based on controllable past results, the best strategy for adapting to the new environment is formulated. Generally, during the semi-annual report of ADB projects, the progress of project implementation and the effectiveness of consulting service management are evaluated, allowing for adaptive adjustments and improvements. The adaptive management method can ensure smooth implementation of project adjustments and improvements without affecting project processes and stages. The greatest advantage of this method is self-optimization and improvement of management effectiveness without affecting project processes and stages.

Results-Oriented Project Verification, Evaluation, and Quality Control System

The quality of consulting services is the prerequisite for the survival of the company. The company has an independent audit and quality control department and has established a complete audit and quality control system. These include: document review procedures; procedures for receiving and releasing information; procedures for inspecting and approving materials and equipment; procedures for pre-construction inspection and approval; procedures for approving change orders, claims, and day-work orders; verification of payments; auditing of daily site reports by the construction supervision company; and contractors’ performance reports. At all stages of project implementation, we have assigned designated audit and quality control leaders to conduct consultancy services to assess the ongoing and completed projects. This includes, but is not limited to: achievement of objectives, quality of consultants’ reports and outputs, quality of trainings and study tours, monitoring and evaluation of result-oriented loans, third-party verification, etc.

Project Managers Who Strive for Perfection and On-site Professional Teams

Our team is known for being cooperative, straightforward, pragmatic, and grounded. We avoid using jargon that could confuse, opting instead for clear and concise language when communicating with clients. We work closely with all departments of our clients, ensuring that tasks are effectively pushed forward and objectives are met. This approach not only facilitates smoother operations but also enhances project success through effective collaboration and clear communication.

Exceptional Global Expert Think Tank

ET Group International has established a comprehensive technical expert database that brings together outstanding talents from various fields both domestically and internationally. These experts cover almost all areas, providing solid technical support and a wealth of expert choices for the implementation of our international consulting projects. We meticulously select members of the expert team for each project based on the specific needs, ensuring technical superiority and effective project management.Our consulting expert teams come from diverse fields and regions. A key element of managing consulting projects is how to stimulate team vitality and ensure that each expert is both proactive and efficient. We manage our expert teams using the “Six Elements of Team Management”: clear responsibilities, full empowerment, close communication, shared experiences, collaborative cooperation, and joint success. This approach fosters sincere collaboration among the experts, uniting them to tackle complex challenges effectively.

Comprehensive Closed-Loop Risk Management Mechanism

ET Group International boasts over 20 years of international project risk management experience, maintaining a leading position in the field. Our risk management principle is prevention: to foresee risks in advance and stop them before they arise, making the establishment of an early warning system particularly crucial. Upon the initiation of consulting services, our team of expert consultants will immediately build a warning indicator system for the project. Subsequent phases will involve developing and implementing an early warning plan based on this indicator system.If risks cannot be avoided, they are formally integrated into the risk management system. Our approach to risk management involves mature tools and methods for risk identification, analysis, and response measures. Through effective risk management, we aim to maximize the impact of positive factors and minimize the impact of negative ones, thereby ensuring project acceptance and controlling project costs. The initiation of consulting services marks the establishment of a sustainable risk management system for the project. This system provides real-time, dynamic prevention and response to risks.

Proven Client Recognition and Reputation

Since its inception, ET Group International has successfully completed approximately 2,000 projects. In the field of international consulting, the company has won numerous consulting projects, including bids from the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, German Development Bank, and various ministries and provincial and municipal governments. Notable projects include the Asian Development Bank’s Qinghai Water Resources Management Project and the Henan Dengzhou Comprehensive River Restoration and Ecological Protection Project. The company also possesses extensive experience in institutional strengthening and capacity building, having designed and arranged capacity enhancement projects for 23,000 participants from various ministries, provincial and municipal institutions, and enterprises. These projects cover a wide range of areas including comprehensive environmental management, ecological protection, green and low-carbon development, rural revitalization, education, financial management, and capacity building. Clients choose us because we strive to maximize customer satisfaction and steadfastly meet challenges together with our clients. Additionally, we provide clients with advanced development concepts, suggestions, and implementation measures to achieve their goals.

Successful Cases

ADB Loan: Henan Xichuan Integrated Ecological Protection and Environmental Improvement Project -XICS-TA02 Capacity Building and Project Management

ADB Loan: Henan Dengzhou Integrated River Restoration and Ecological Protection Project -CS-05 Project Management and Capacity Development

ADB Loan: Guangxi Baise Vocational Education Development Project - Multilevel Technical and Vocational Education and Training Capacity Building and Innovation (CS1)

ADB Loan: Qinghai Haidong Urban-Rural Eco Development Project - Consulting Services for Project Implementation and Institutional Strengthening Support (HD-CB-CS1)

ADB Loan: Qinghai Rural Water Resources Management Project

Qinghai Xining Greening and Environmental Protection Project Financed by KFW Loan

Asian Development Bank loan for Performance Evaluation of the Comprehensive Utilization of Rural Water Resources Project in Eastern Qinghai Province, China

GEF (Global Environment Fund) Gansu Provincial Department of Agriculture and Animal Husbandry: Gansu Province Project for Preventing Land Degradation and Sustainable Development

international consulting