Our Advisory Programs
Structured approaches to digital transformation, tailored for traditional Irish family businesses
Program Structure & Approach
Simplyplatonic has developed a suite of specialized digital transformation programs specifically for traditional Irish family businesses. Each program addresses a distinct aspect of digital adoption, delivered through a structured yet flexible format that accommodates the unique rhythms of family enterprises.
Modular Design
Each program is structured in discrete modules that can be adapted to your specific business context, allowing for focused attention on the areas most relevant to your needs.
Flexible Timeline
We understand the seasonal demands of traditional businesses and can adjust program pacing to accommodate your operational cycles and decision-making processes.
Multi-generational Focus
Our programs are designed to engage family members across generations, bridging traditional knowledge with digital innovation to create sustainable transformation.
Practical Outcomes
Each program delivers tangible, actionable outputs that provide clear direction without overwhelming technical complexity or unrealistic resource demands.
Advisory Focus: All our programs are consultative in nature. We provide strategic guidance, knowledge transfer, and implementation roadmaps—not hands-on technical implementation. This approach ensures you maintain control of your digital journey while benefiting from expert direction.
E-commerce Advisory Program
A comprehensive advisory program to help traditional Irish retailers and producers establish an effective online sales presence while maintaining their unique character and service quality. This program guides you through the strategic, operational, and customer experience considerations of e-commerce without hands-on implementation.
Program Modules
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E-commerce Readiness Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation of your current operations, product/service offerings, fulfillment capabilities, and staff readiness for online selling.
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Platform Strategy & Selection
Guided evaluation of e-commerce platform options based on your specific needs, product complexity, integration requirements, and growth plans.
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Customer Experience Planning
Strategy development for translating your distinctive in-person customer experience to the digital channel while maintaining your brand's personal touch.
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Operations Integration Blueprint
Planning framework for integrating online orders with existing operations, inventory management, and fulfillment processes.
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Launch & Growth Roadmap
Phased implementation plan with key milestones, resource requirements, and performance metrics for your e-commerce journey.
What You'll Receive
- E-commerce readiness assessment report
- Platform comparison matrix with weighted evaluation criteria
- Vendor evaluation framework and shortlist
- Implementation roadmap with timeline and resource planning
- Launch readiness checklist
- Performance measurement framework
- Staff training guidelines for e-commerce operations
Program Details
Duration
4-6 weeks (adjustable based on business complexity and decision timeline)
Ideal For
Retailers, producers, craftspeople, and service providers looking to establish or enhance online sales channels
Format
Combination of in-person workshops, remote consulting sessions, and detailed documentation
Investment Range
€5,000-€8,000 (varies based on business complexity and program customization)
Ready to explore how this program can help your traditional business succeed online?
Request Program DetailsDigital Marketing Strategy Program
A comprehensive advisory program that helps traditional Irish businesses develop effective digital marketing strategies that enhance local connections while expanding reach. This program guides you through creating authentic digital presence that preserves your business values while attracting new customers.
Program Modules
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Current Channel Audit
Comprehensive assessment of your existing marketing activities, customer touchpoints, and brand presence (both online and offline).
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Local SEO & Visibility Strategy
Tailored approach to optimize your local search presence, Google Business Profile, and location-based visibility for Irish customers.
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Content & Storytelling Framework
Strategic framework for authentic content creation that showcases your business heritage, craftsmanship, and community connections.
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Social Media Channel Strategy
Channel selection, content approach, and engagement strategy tailored to your target audience and business objectives.
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Measurement & Optimization Plan
Framework for tracking marketing performance, evaluating ROI, and continuously improving digital marketing efforts.
What You'll Receive
- Digital marketing audit report with opportunities analysis
- Local SEO implementation guide
- Content strategy and editorial calendar template
- Social media playbook tailored to your business
- Analytics setup guidance and KPI framework
- Campaign planning templates for seasonal promotions
- Budget allocation framework and ROI tracking model
Program Details
Duration
3-5 weeks (adjustable based on marketing complexity and business goals)
Ideal For
Traditional businesses looking to strengthen local visibility, connect with customers digitally, and tell their authentic story online
Format
Series of marketing workshops, channel strategy sessions, and customized strategy documentation
Investment Range
€4,000-€7,000 (varies based on business complexity and program customization)
Ready to develop a digital marketing strategy that honors your business heritage?
Request Program DetailsCloud Readiness & Migration Advisory
A structured advisory program that guides traditional Irish businesses through the process of evaluating, planning, and preparing for cloud adoption. This program helps you modernize your operations while ensuring business continuity and managing change effectively across generations.
Program Modules
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Systems & Processes Assessment
Comprehensive inventory and evaluation of current systems, processes, and data to identify cloud migration opportunities and challenges.
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Cloud Strategy Development
Creation of a tailored cloud adoption strategy aligned with your business goals, operational requirements, and resource constraints.
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Solution & Vendor Evaluation
Guided assessment of cloud solutions and providers suitable for your specific business needs, with clear selection criteria and evaluation framework.
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Security & Compliance Planning
Development of security and compliance frameworks to ensure your cloud adoption meets Irish and EU regulatory requirements relevant to your industry.
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Migration Roadmap Creation
Detailed, phased approach to cloud migration with risk mitigation strategies, business continuity planning, and change management guidance.
What You'll Receive
- Current systems assessment and cloud readiness report
- Security and compliance framework for cloud adoption
- Cloud solution comparison matrix with evaluation criteria
- Cost/benefit analysis and ROI projection
- Phased migration roadmap with risk mitigation strategies
- Vendor selection guidance and contract review checklist
- Staff training and change management framework
Program Details
Duration
4-8 weeks (adjustable based on system complexity and business scope)
Ideal For
Traditional businesses looking to modernize operations, improve efficiency, and enhance data management through cloud adoption
Format
Systems audit, executive workshops, strategy development sessions, and detailed migration planning
Investment Range
€6,000-€12,000 (varies based on system complexity and migration scope)
Ready to explore how cloud technologies can modernize your traditional business?
Request Program DetailsDigital Adoption Workshops for Family Businesses
A specialized workshop series designed to build digital literacy, alignment, and confidence across multiple generations of family business stakeholders. This program bridges generational perspectives on digital transformation, creating shared understanding and collaborative approaches to business evolution.
Program Modules
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Digital Landscape Orientation
Educational workshop providing accessible overview of relevant digital trends, technologies, and opportunities specific to your industry and market context.
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Multi-generational Vision Alignment
Facilitated session to develop shared understanding of how digital transformation can enhance rather than replace traditional business values and strengths.
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Digital Opportunity Mapping
Collaborative workshop to identify and prioritize digital initiatives based on business impact, implementation complexity, and alignment with family values.
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Roles & Responsibilities Framework
Development of clear governance structure for digital initiatives that leverages the strengths of different family members and generations.
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Knowledge Transfer Sessions
Targeted training to build essential digital literacy and confidence across family members with varying levels of technical familiarity.
What You'll Receive
- Family digital alignment report and recommendations
- Digital trends briefing customized to your industry
- Digital opportunity prioritization matrix
- Governance framework for digital initiatives
- Role-specific training materials for family members
- Family digital adoption roadmap
- Conflict resolution framework for digital decision-making
Program Details
Duration
4-6 weeks (typically delivered as a series of half-day and full-day workshops)
Ideal For
Multi-generational family businesses navigating digital transformation decisions with varying levels of digital literacy across stakeholders
Format
Interactive workshops, facilitated discussions, educational sessions, and collaborative planning activities
Investment Range
€5,000-€9,000 (varies based on number of participants and workshop customization)
Ready to align your family business around a shared digital vision?
Request Program DetailsGrants & Funding Advisory Program
A specialized advisory program to help traditional Irish businesses identify, evaluate, and prepare for government and EU funding opportunities that can accelerate digital transformation. This program provides strategic guidance on navigating the funding landscape and optimizing your application approach.
Program Modules
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Funding Landscape Overview
Comprehensive briefing on current Irish and EU funding opportunities relevant to digital transformation for traditional businesses in your sector.
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Eligibility Assessment
Detailed evaluation of your business against funding criteria for identified programs, highlighting alignment opportunities and potential challenges.
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Project Scoping & Alignment
Strategic guidance on defining digital projects that both advance your business goals and align with funding program objectives and requirements.
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Application Strategy Development
Crafting a strategic approach to funding applications, including messaging framework, evidence gathering, and impact measurement planning.
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Implementation Planning
Guidance on developing realistic implementation plans that satisfy funder requirements while delivering meaningful business transformation.
What You'll Receive
- Funding opportunity assessment tailored to your business
- Program eligibility matrix with qualification scoring
- Application requirement checklist and preparation guide
- Messaging framework for application narrative
- Project implementation planning template
- Impact measurement framework aligned with funder requirements
- Funding calendar with key application deadlines
Program Details
Duration
3-5 weeks (adjustable based on funding program deadlines and complexity)
Ideal For
Traditional Irish businesses seeking government or EU support for digital transformation initiatives, particularly in rural areas or specialized sectors
Format
Strategic advisory sessions, opportunity assessment, application planning workshops, and documentation development
Investment Range
€3,500-€7,000 (varies based on funding program complexity and application scope)
Ready to explore funding opportunities for your digital transformation journey?
Request Program DetailsAgricultural Digital Transformation Program
A specialized program designed specifically for Irish agricultural family businesses seeking to leverage digital technologies while preserving generational farming knowledge and practices. This program addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of digital adoption in rural and agricultural contexts.
Program Modules
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Agricultural Digital Opportunity Assessment
Specialized evaluation of your agricultural operations to identify high-impact digital transformation opportunities balanced with traditional farming practices.
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Direct-to-Consumer Strategy Development
Strategic planning for establishing direct relationships with consumers through online channels, subscription models, and digital storytelling.
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Supply Chain Digitization Planning
Advisory guidance on digital tools and approaches to enhance traceability, efficiency, and resilience in agricultural supply chains.
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Sustainability Reporting Framework
Development of digital approaches to measure, document, and communicate sustainability practices to meet market demands and regulatory requirements.
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Agricultural Grants Navigation
Specialized guidance on identifying and accessing Irish and EU funding specifically available for agricultural digitization and innovation.
What You'll Receive
- Agricultural digital opportunity assessment report
- Direct-to-consumer strategy and implementation roadmap
- Supply chain digitization blueprint
- Sustainability documentation and communication framework
- Agricultural grants eligibility assessment
- Multi-generational knowledge transfer framework
- Rural connectivity solutions assessment
Program Details
Duration
5-8 weeks (adjustable based on seasonal agricultural operations)
Ideal For
Family farms, agricultural producers, food processors, and rural businesses seeking to leverage digital technologies while preserving traditional practices
Format
On-farm assessments, strategic planning workshops, implementation guidance, and specialized advisory sessions
Investment Range
€5,500-€10,000 (varies based on farm complexity and digital transformation scope)
Ready to explore how digital technologies can enhance your agricultural family business?
Request Program DetailsReady to Begin Your Digital Transformation Journey?
Every traditional Irish family business has unique needs and challenges when embracing digital change. We'd be happy to discuss which of our programs might be the best fit for your specific situation, or to develop a customized approach that addresses your particular requirements.