About the Value and Risk
Q: Is 90-120 minutes truly enough time to address a complex strategic problem?
A: Yes. This session is designed for diagnosis and clarity, not long-term implementation. Our goal is to use the time efficiently to:
- Get alignment on the problem, and
- Deliver the single visual map that reveals the one critical decision you need to make next. You save weeks of internal meetings and debate.
Q: What if we don’t gain any clarity? Is there a guarantee?
A: We are confident in the framework. However, the $1,495 fee is solely for our time and expertise. The true value is in stopping costly confusion. If, during the session, it becomes clear that we cannot deliver the foundational map due to missing data or alignment, we will stop and offer a clear path forward.
Q: What is the investment for a full project after this session?
A: The $1,495 Strategic Clarity Session is a flat, fixed fee with zero obligation for future work. If you choose to engage Mapas LLC for a larger, multi-day workshop or custom project based on the map we create, the cost of the initial session is often credited toward the larger engagement.
About the Methodology
Q: Do I need to know Wardley Mapping or Cynefin to participate?
A: Absolutely not. This is a consulting service; you do not need to learn the syntax. You are the business expert, and we are the mapping experts. You bring your problem, and we use the visual model (Wardley Mapping) as a tool to translate your words into actionable clarity.
Q: What exactly is the “Strategic Map” we receive?
A: It is a high-resolution visual artifact (PDF) that plots your user needs, value chain, and market components against an evolutionary axis. It will also include assumptions, choices defined, focal points and opened questions.
About Logistics and Scope
Q: Who from our company should attend the session?
A: We recommend 3 to 5 key stakeholders who hold differing perspectives on the problem. This typically includes a leader from Product/Business, a leader from Engineering/Technology, and a Strategic Decision Maker. Diversity of thought is crucial for revealing blind spots.
Q: What if our problem is too big for a two-hour session?
A: All strategic problems are complex. This session is designed to establish the perfect scope. If the map reveals that the problem is too vast for a single team, the resulting report will clearly define the phases and budget required for a larger project. You gain clarity on the scope, which is invaluable.
Q: How will the session be conducted?
A: Sessions are conducted virtually via Zoom (or your preferred platform). We use a shared digital whiteboard to collaborate in real-time, ensuring the map is built collaboratively and everyone agrees on the final result.
Q: When and how do we pay for the session?
A: The fixed fee of $1,495 is processed at the time of booking to secure your dedicated time slot and ensure full commitment from all parties. Payment is processed securely via PayPal.