The Atum Group

We are industry agnostic and have proven qualifications in major industry segments such as high tech, healthcare, utilities, consumer products, retail, distribution, financial services, government, manufacturing, trucking, transportation, and logistics. We work with both large and small organizations.

Philosophy and Operating Approach

Our motto and operating philosophy is Collaborate, Deliver, Achieve (CoDA):

• Collaborate with clients in a collegial, practical way.
• Deliver on the milestones and work products we are hired for.
• Achieve exceptional results that enhance our clients' success.

We emphasize quality of service, confidentiality, collegiality, professionalism, and philanthropy. Our culture is firmly rooted in a "meritocracy first" mindset, hiring mid‑ to late‑career professionals with a consistent track record of performance.

Leadership

The Atum Group is led by CEO Jus Singh, who has over three decades of experience leading practice areas and geographies at Big Four and other professional services firms. His background spans start‑ups to Fortune 50 companies and covers areas such as corporate strategy, finance and accounting, information technology, supply chain, compliance, and human resources.

Community and Certifications

The Atum Group is a boutique consulting firm and a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). We are actively involved in the communities where we serve clients, contributing time, charitable donations, and pro bono consulting support to non‑profit organizations.

Our success is directly tied to the success of our clients.

Centers of Excellence

• Project Management

Portfolio, program, project and product management, as well as business analysis. Atum consultants apply methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches to plan, execute, and complete initiatives that align with organizational goals.

• Change Management

Structured support for organizational change, including leadership alignment, communications, training, stakeholder engagement, and change readiness assessments to help people successfully adopt new processes, technologies, or strategies.

• Process Excellence

Process optimization using approaches such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, business process re‑engineering, and continuous improvement to improve efficiency, quality, and performance while reducing waste.

• Interim Management

Interim and fractional leadership roles across the organization, from C‑suite and executive leadership to first‑line management, to provide experienced leadership during periods of transition, bandwidth constraints, or change.

Service Areas

The four COEs are delivered across six Service Areas:

• Finance and Accounting – Examples include audit preparation, chart of accounts reviews, accounting standard implementations, cost‑benefit analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Information Technology – IT strategy, assessments, systems selection, system improvements and rationalization, ERP implementations, application and infrastructure projects, business intelligence, data analysis, and custom development.
• Compliance – Support for Sarbanes‑Oxley, internal audit co‑sourcing, industry‑specific regulatory compliance (including FERC, Affordable Care Act, HIPAA, and state regulations), and related initiatives.
• Supply Chain – Business process re‑engineering, operations, vendor and customer relationship management, sourcing and procurement, warehouse and inventory management, facilities, fleet, and transportation.
• Strategy – Mergers and acquisitions, strategic alliances, product strategy, market analysis, and broader corporate strategy support.
• Human Resources – Talent acquisition strategy, onboarding process design, compensation strategy assessment, talent development, retention, and employee relations.

Geographic Reach and Delivery Model

Atum's general management consultants are available onsite and locally across the U.S. West Coast, and can work remotely with clients anywhere in the United States. Engagements are typically structured as fixed‑fee or time‑and‑materials, with flexibility for "not‑to‑exceed" or hybrid structures as appropriate.

The Atum‑AI platform is designed as a 1099 independent contractor construct, enabling virtual, offsite, and remote work arrangements for both clients and consultants.

Key Features

• On‑demand access to a pool of vetted and qualified consultants.
• Ability for clients to discreetly explore interim management and consulting options without committing to a traditional consultancy model.
• Matching based on technical skills, experience, and culture fit.
• Automated administrative processes, including statement of work (SOW), invoicing, billing, and performance management.

Client Onboarding and Consulting Process

1. Client Company Signs Up – Learn about Atum's services and register your company on the Atum‑AI platform.
2. Culture Assessment – Provide information about your company culture and the critical success factors for consultants.
3. Add Hiring Managers – Add users such as hiring managers, PMO leads, or HR partners who will use the platform.
4. Go Live – Once profile and culture information are complete, your company goes live on the platform.
5. Input Requirements – Enter key details about your interim role or consulting project needs.
6. Online Interviews – Review matched consultant profiles and conduct online interviews.
7. Select Consultant – Choose the best‑fit consultant based on profiles and interviews; the engagement then proceeds with automated administrative support.

The Atum‑AI platform gives clients a structured, technology‑enabled way to access relevant, high‑caliber consulting and interim management talent.

Primary Contact Details

• Email: info@a-tum.com
• Phone: +1 503-490-1020

You can also reach The Atum Group via the contact form on the website, where you can indicate whether you are a potential client or a potential consultant.

Engagement Options

The Atum Group offers:

• Traditional management consulting engagements.
• Interim and fractional leadership roles (including C‑suite and senior management positions).
• Project‑based support delivered through its four Centers of Excellence across finance and accounting, information technology, compliance, supply chain, strategy, and human resources.

Consultants are available onsite and locally across the U.S. West Coast, and can work remotely with clients anywhere in the United States.

After you make contact, a member of The Atum Group team will follow up to discuss your needs and potential next steps.

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