Surprisingly, the final factor for the ability of a practice to become an ensemble is the size of its typical (target) client.

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Whereas if you are engaged in a dialogue with a client target on one of the platforms, you are more likely to get sentiment on the spot that likely will be shared with others.

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His vehicle: "Global Intelligence, " precious and elusive information on the strengths, weaknesses and foibles of the brass at an acquisition target or at the client firm itself.

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These latest products are reflective of the company's strategy to focus on creating differentiated IP leadership through low-power technologies that target the high-growth client markets such as ultrathin, convertible and tablet.

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You target other small businesses as your client base.

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My speculation is that this target was Avis Budget Group, another Deloitte audit client.

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The layering effect showed that the client really needed 20% of the target company.

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Both the client and I come to understand her target image and the practical opportunities and challenges we have to work with.

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Quick updaters even get a reward for their trouble: the 3.2 client lets the iOS app serve as a remote playback target for other Plex-equipped devices.

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Additionally, in order to ensure successful communication of consultants with the target audience, the trainers provided information on communication methods and principals of client relationship management, and group work.

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