“In a short time period, Cardea helped us to get an overview of potential providers of consulting services matching our specific needs.”

Alcan, President and Business Unit Head

Since its inception in 1999, Cardea AG has been focused on optimizing the added value of consulting services for clients seeking advice from external consultants.

We have defined the term Meta-Consulting to describe approaches and solutions that enable companies seeking external advice to optimize the impact of external consulting services. It is our business to make sure that our clients get the most out of their consultants.

Value Proposition

  • Unmatched insight in to the global consulting market.

  • Access to best-in-class providers matching specific needs.

  • Expert knowledge on the successful employment of external consulting services.

  • Facts-based, up-to-date research and information that guarantees a professional and transparent decision making process when selecting consulting services.

  • Expert knowledge and consulting on steering and measuring consulting projects.

CARDEA – The Goddess

The Goddess of Health, Thresholds, Door Hinges and Handles

Her name comes from cardo, meaning door hinge. She protected children against vampires and witches, and was also the benefactress of craftsmen. She had the power of opening doors that before were not accessible.

For us, CARDEA stands for the center and pivotal point in the consulting market. CARDEA as a linchpin to the consulting market and to the best service providers, allowing access to the best-in-class providers for our clients.