Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC)
Growth Strategy
Positioning a 3D design firm as a national authority in virtual design and construction.
Client type
Virtual Design & Construction (VDC)
Client targets
Owners, General Contractors, Architects, Engineering Firms
Project Summary
Virtual design was shifting from a premium differentiator to an industry-wide expectation across AEC—and firms that had built their reputation on technical execution alone risked becoming a commodity the moment that expectation caught up with them. ZELUS and its capital partners saw the shift coming and wanted to take advantage of this now-or-never moment. Stratwell partnered with the CEO and his team to reposition the firm as a strategic design and construction technology partner—not just a provider of technical services.
Using the Stratwell Futurescape™ system, we segmented customers by digital maturity, streamlined 24+ service types into three consulting-ready categories, and sharpened the firm’s story for tech-forward buyers. We also helped clarify team structures and delivery models to match the new value proposition.
Impact
Reorganized around the firm's highest-growth business unit.
Streamlined 24+ service types into three scalable offerings.
Drove strong growth in sales and marketing performance.
CEO adopted the positioning platform to engage staff, peers and prospective clients with a bold new message: ZELUS—Possibilities Through Perspective.
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