Got a new client (manufacturing facility, ComEd territory) who specifically requested findings in PowerPoint format instead of traditional report. They're planning to present internally to their board. Anyone have experience with this? Worried about losing technical detail in slide format.
Client Wants Presentation in PowerPoint - Tips?
Ron, I've done several PowerPoint deliverables. Key is to keep slides visual - charts, graphs, before/after comparisons. Put detailed tariff analysis in appendix slides. Main presentation should tell a story, not dump data.
Don't forget to include implementation timelines in the slides. Boards love seeing project phases and milestones. Also helps justify your fees when they see the complexity involved.
Pro tip: create "hidden" backup slides with all the technical details. During Q&A you can jump to specific tariff schedules or calculation methods if questions come up. Best of both worlds.
Add executive bios slide about your team and credentials. Boards want to know they're getting expert analysis. I include AAUBA membership and years of experience with that utility.
Randy's right about the story approach. I use a problem-solution-benefit structure. Show the billing error or inefficiency, explain the fix, then highlight the savings. Works great for board presentations.