Our Mission
At CGT Consulting, we’ve completely revolutionized workforce efficiency and vendor management for colleges and universities. Our expertise is in eliminating silos, optimizing job descriptions, and fostering cross-departmental collaboration to drive operational excellence, cost savings, and lasting institutional impacts.
We ensure that every investment in staffing and vendor partnerships delivers maximum value and high efficiency consistent with our clients’ strategic goals. By prioritizing innovative and efficient solutions to the complex challenges of higher education, we provide institutions with the tools to streamline their operations, strengthen their vendor relationships, and unlock the full potential of their teams.
Tailored to schools of all sizes, our customized services foster resilience and a cohesive, performance-driven culture that supports academic excellence and financial sustainability.
Together, let’s transform challenges into opportunities and elevate your institution to new heights.
Our Services
CGT Consulting
Customized Planning
&
Continuity Solutions
Staffing
Since 2009, CGT has partnered with colleges and universities to provide highly qualified candidates that meet the diverse needs of higher education.
Read MoreJob Description Standardization
We assist colleges and universities by developing and refining standardized job descriptions that enhance role clarity, promote equitable compensation, and improve operational efficiency.
Read MoreContract Optimization
We centralize and analyze institutional service and maintenance contracts to enhance efficiency, cost savings, and compliance practices.
Read MoreContract Maintenance
We manage active contracts to ensure ongoing compliance, operational efficiency, and alignment with university objectives.
Read MoreWork Stoppage Mitigation
We support institutions in safeguarding their operations against potential labor disruptions through strategic planning, financial risk management, and continuity analysis.
Read MoreWorkforce Transition Support
We provide personalized advisory and transition support services for university employees experiencing job displacement or career transitions.
Read MoreOutsourcing Alternatives
A cost-effective, flexible alternative to traditional outsourcing, CGT’s hybrid staffing solution allows universities to retain management control while offloading payroll, tax filings, and benefits administration.
Read MoreCGT’s proprietary solutions are designed to mitigate risk, maintain operations, and prevent crises. We take a proactive approach by seamlessly integrating talent pipeline management, comprehensive risk analysis, and retention strategies into tailored plans that align with each institution’s unique workforce and planning needs.
Why CGT?
Modern Institutional Challenges
Colleges and universities face unprecedented workforce challenges resulting from staffing reductions, budget constraints, and an increasing reliance on leaner teams. Many departments have been reduced to the bare minimum, meaning that any vacancy – whether by turnover, illness, or unplanned leave – results in significant operational disruptions. These range from minor quality issues to serious safety risks, ultimately damaging an institution’s reputation:
Minimal Staffing Levels:
High-Turnover, Hard-to-Fill Roles:
Budget Constraints:
Emergency Hiring Risks:
Case Study:
A School in Turmoil
Our Proprietary Solution: University Workforce Continuity Model
| Risk Level | Immediate Impact (Critical to Operations) |
Moderate Impact (Disruptive but Manageable) |
Low Impact (Replaceable but Needed) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hard-to-Fill & Low Turnover | 🚨 High Risk – Proactive Pipeline Needed | 🔶 Moderate Risk – Backup Pool Recommended | 🟡 Low Risk – Pre-Screened Roster Available |
| Hard-to-Fill & High Turnover | 🚨 High Risk – Workforce Planning & Retention Focus | 🔶 Moderate Risk – Active Staffing Required | ✅ Low Risk – Continuous Recruiting Available |
| High Volume & High Turnover | 🚨 Critical Risk – Immediate Staffing Support Required | 🔶 Moderate Risk – Retention Strategies & Active Pipeline Needed | ✅ Low Risk – Standard Recruiting Models Apply |
For High-Criticality roles, we maintain a database of pre-screened professionals available for immediate deployment.
For High Turnover & High-Volume roles, we implement workforce forecasting and retention models to sustain a continuous candidate pipeline.
To ensure On-Demand Staff Readiness, we establish a structured approach to filling essential roles with minimal downtime, leveraging predictive hiring models, retention incentive plans, and customized workforce readiness reports.
This level of agility is critical for colleges and universities operating daily with lean teams and limited hiring resources. Our boutique approach is highly customizable to each institution’s specific needs, including:
- Providing contract professionals on CGT’s payroll as a long-term cost-saving solution or until a
permanent hire is secured. - Sourcing and onboarding full-time employees.
- Offering rapid-response coverage for unexpected absences due to extended illness or injury.
Making a Strategic Difference
Colleges and universities must be prepared to lead from a position of strength, confident in their capacity to manage vulnerabilities and crises effectively.
We partner with you to provide proactive and collaborative planning, continuity, and risk management solutions that safeguard the future of your institution.