{"id":1729,"date":"2024-04-17T21:35:55","date_gmt":"2024-04-17T21:35:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/apedstudio.com\/?page_id=1729"},"modified":"2024-05-23T19:44:30","modified_gmt":"2024-05-23T19:44:30","slug":"__trashed-3","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/apedstudio.com\/?page_id=1729","title":{"rendered":"PROFILE"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;180px&#8221;]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h1 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"text-align: center;\" >WHO WE ARE<\/h1>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n\t<!-- Element: OT Quick Office -->\n\t<div class=\"side-bg\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"image-container hidden-xs pull-left col-md-5\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/apedstudio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Team-e1713641014253.jpg?fit=811%2C1017&#038;ssl=1); ?>\" data-delay=\"0\"><\/div>\n\n\t\t<!-- Added this code in 26\/03\/2019 -->\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"visible-xs img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/apedstudio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Team-e1713641014253.jpg?fit=811%2C1017&#038;ssl=1\" \/>\n\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n                <div class=\"inner-padding\">\n                    <div class=\"col-md-6 col-md-offset-6 wow fadeInRight\" data-wow-delay=\".2s\">\n                        <h2><\/h2><br\/>\n                        We are team of forward-thinking, deeply experienced and multidisciplinary &#8211; strategic designers and technical experts who work collaboratively in the pursuit of breakthrough ideas to bring your environ to life.<\/p>\n<p>At APED, our passion drives our excellence, and this is evident in our adherence to the core values that define our organization. Above all, we cherish people and relationships, and we maintain the highest ethical standards. To our clients, we are passionate designers who prioritize your projects over our egos.                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1714074183075{background-color: rgba(247,247,247,0.48) !important;*background-color: rgb(247,247,247) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h4 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"font-size: 24px;text-align: center;color: #fab207;\" >MOTTO<\/h4>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Advancing Clients, Inspiring Futures!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Our firm&#8217;s unwavering commitment to goals, metrics, benchmarks, and progress management drives our mission of advancing clients and inspiring futures.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h4 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"font-size: 24px;text-align: center;color: #fab207;\" >MISSION<\/h4>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>We fuel uncommon curiosity and relentless passion to create innovative, sustainable design solutions that enhance the human experience.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Guided by exceptional client service and unwavering ethics, we serve diverse architectural projects, aiming to engage, elevate, and leave a lasting impact on individuals, organizations, and communities.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h4 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"font-size: 24px;text-align: center;color: #fab207;\" >VISION<\/h4>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>We aspire to be a globally renowned design firm esteemed for our commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Our goal is to be highly valued and respected by clients, partners, and industry leaders for delivering exceptional design solutions that advance our clients and inspire future generations, all while upholding the highest standards of ethics and integrity.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h1 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"text-align: center;\" >OUR LEADERSHIP<\/h1>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n\t<!-- Element: OT Quick Office 2 -->\n\t<div class=\"side-bg\">\n\t\t<div class=\"image-container pull-left col-md-6 col-sm-6\" data-delay=\"0\">\n\t        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/apedstudio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/OurLeadership-1.jpg?fit=819%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"img-responsive wow slideInLeft\" data-wow-duration=\"1.5s\">\n\t    <\/div>\n\n\t    <div class=\"container\">\n\t        <div class=\"row\">\n\t            <div class=\"inner-padding\">\n\t                <div class=\"col-md-5 col-md-offset-7 wow fadeInRight\" data-wow-delay=\".25s\">\n\t                    <h2><\/h2>\n\t                    <strong>ABHISHEK PATEL, <\/strong>CID, LEED AP, IGBC AP<br \/>\n<strong>Founder, Chairman and Global CEO<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Abhishek is a seasoned leader dedicated to fostering a culture of high-performing, synergistic teams. He is celebrated for his innovative design approach, creative problem-solving skills, and exceptional client service. With over a decade of experience at prestigious firms worldwide, Abhishek founded APED in early 2015. Under his guidance and foresight, APED has expanded its client base and global presence from India to North America, earning international acclaim. Leveraging his vast, multidisciplinary experience, Abhishek steers the firm with innovative perspectives and transformative project solutions, highlighting the clients\u2019 potential to realize substantial value and impactful change through power of design.<\/p>\n<p>As a Certified Interior Designer and LEED Accredited Professional, Abhishek actively champions sustainable design and green building practices at local, state, and international levels. He earned his Master of Science in Interior Architecture and Design from Drexel University, Philadelphia, USA. Abhishek is also deeply engaged in advocating for the design profession through various professional organizations, coalitions, councils, and educational institutions, and he takes pride in serving as a juror for numerous international design awards and competitions.\t                <\/div>\n\t                <div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n\t            <\/div>\n\t        <\/div>\n\t    <\/div>\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n[vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1713643434901{background-color: rgba(247,247,247,0.48) !important;*background-color: rgb(247,247,247) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h1 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"text-align: center;\" >STORY<\/h1>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1713643507562{border-radius: 10px !important;}&#8221;]&#8221;When Abhishek Patel founded our firm in 2002, starting from a small studio in Vadodara, India, known as &#8216;In2dezign,&#8217; his focus was on establishing our core values, principles, and company philosophy. He envisioned redesigning spaces for diverse clients, driven by a commitment to uncompromised design, an ego-free attitude, and dedicated service conducive to problem-solving or raising the bar.<\/p>\n<p>Only in his dreams did he foresee the firm&#8217;s current standing. Despite facing various challenges, we remained steadfast on our path of continuous evolution. In 2015, the company was reconstituted and renamed after the founder as &#8216;Abhishek Patel Environ Design Pvt Ltd,&#8217; with co-founder Roma Patel joining. With combined leadership, in 2017 we expanded our offices, staff, and portfolio, reaching other cities across India by establishing branch offices in Udaipur and New Delhi, earning a national reputation for excellence. Serving clients ranging from residential to commercial, we prioritize honest and transparent service over ego. Consistently ranked among the top design firms in our home region, our passion for our work is reflected in our unwavering commitment to clients.<\/p>\n<p>This commitment, supported by our team and clients, led us to expand our footprint globally by opening a branch office in Vancouver, Canada, in 2021. Since our inception, the firm has emphasized measured growth and financial stability, strategically expanding into new markets and locations to establish a company our clients can rely on, both today and in the future.&#8221;[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#c1c1c1&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h1 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"text-align: center;\" >CORE VALUES<\/h1>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Since our beginning, 2002, we&#8217;ve been dedicated to charting a unique path.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Our Core Values<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; define us as who we are as 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We build lasting relationships with our clients, associates, and vendors, regarding them as our partners. We value education and support a workplace that empowers talented, innovative leaders. Sustainability and positive impact on our community are core philosophies in everything we do.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Our team thrives on passion, not ego.<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\nWhen we started from scratch, we aimed to build not only a company but also a culture. From the time we were a firm of one, passion and excellent customer service have guided us. We come to work every day to help our clients, not to stroke our egos.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>We really care about work\/life balance.<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\nWorking in a design firm usually brings connotations of late nights, ego-driven bosses, and arduous schedules. We have no interest in any of that. It\u2019s no secret that creativity suffers when we are stressed out and sleep-deprived. We know that we all do a better job when we maintain a healthy work\/life balance, and we make a point of encouraging it. Happier employees mean happier clients; it\u2019s just that simple.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>We care. A lot!<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\nWe challenge everyone here to work harder and better than they have anywhere else and be rewarded accordingly. You\u2019ll never encounter someone here who only cares a little, and that passion guides us while we work with you to create something you adore.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Collaboration and Empowerment:<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\nEach team member is empowered and taught to bring their full selves to the table and collaborate across all disciplines, both inside the firm and with external collaborators. We know we all have something to learn from everyone, and together, we can really make a difference.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Progressive design culture:<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\nWe\u2019ve always believed in the power of design to bring people together. At the same time, we know that good design never happens in a vacuum. It takes people with a broad range of talents and perspectives to create something beautiful and effective. That\u2019s why we take a holistic, integrated approach to our projects. Through design culture, we aim to bridge the understanding that decisions should be made intentionally &#8211; true to its purpose, contributing to a positive impact.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Community is important to us.<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\nWe take the time to foster community, both within our offices and in our neighborhoods across all office locations, through community-building volunteer work and outreach.<\/p>\n<p>These guiding beliefs serve as a constant reminder of APED\u2019s high-performing, empowered, and inspiring culture, ensuring our firm will continue to provide unique and lasting solutions for our clients for many years to come.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#c1c1c1&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h1 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"text-align: center;\" >WHAT WE DO<\/h1>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n[vc_column_text]At APED, we&#8217;ve built our reputation on thoughtful, award-winning designs and unparalleled technical proficiency, enabling us to consult and assist in solving complex problems and deliver outstanding solutions that meet our clients&#8217; needs. With experience across diverse sectors and scales of projects, we possess the expertise to overcome your challenges and design environments that function effectively, elevate, and endure retail[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h3 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"font-size: 24px;text-align: center;color: #fab207;\" ><b>DESIGN<\/b><\/h3>\t\n[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1715535311755{border-radius: 2px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Restaurant &amp; Cafe<br \/>\nClinic &amp; Pharmacy<br \/>\nRetail Shop Interior<br \/>\nCommercial Interiors<br \/>\nInstitutional &amp; Childcare<br \/>\nResidential &amp; Mixed-Use<br \/>\nBeauty Salon &amp; Wellness<\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2092&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2096&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h3 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"font-size: 24px;text-align: center;color: #fab207;\" ><b>CONSULT<\/b><\/h3>\t\n[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Green Buildings<br \/>\nProject Feasibility<br \/>\nWorkplace Strategy<br \/>\nTenant Improvement<br \/>\nRenovation &amp; Remodeling<br \/>\nSpace Planning &amp; Programming<\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h3 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"font-size: 24px;text-align: center;color: #fab207;\" ><b>ASSIST<\/b><\/h3>\t\n[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Building Permit Drawings<br \/>\nCustom Furniture &amp; Millwork<br \/>\nHealth &amp; fire Safety Drawings<br \/>\nCommercial &amp; Home Stagging<br \/>\nAs-built Measurements Survey<br \/>\n3D Visualization &amp; CAD Drawings<\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2093&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1714070276005{background-color: rgba(247,247,247,0.48) !important;*background-color: rgb(247,247,247) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h1 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"text-align: center;\" >APPROACH<\/h1>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1714073789167{background-color: rgba(247,247,247,0.48) !important;*background-color: rgb(247,247,247) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h1 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"font-size: 24px;text-align: center;color: #fab207;\" >LISTEN<\/h1>\t\n[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">LISTENING TO UNDERSTAND.<\/h4>\n<p>&#8220;Our clients return to us because we invest the time to understand them and can help them realize their goals, mission, and vision. We ensure mutual understanding of these vital, yet often intangible, elements. This is why our work is significant to our clients, to our societies, and to ourselves. It is the difference we make and why we have chosen this noble profession.&#8221;[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#c1c1c1&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h1 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"font-size: 24px;text-align: center;color: #fab207;\" >LEAD<\/h1>\t\n[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">LEADING TO BUILD CONSENSUS.<\/h4>\n<p>&#8220;The success of a project relies on establishing a shared vision and progressing with mutually agreed-upon goals and purposes. Both the architectural design and construction or renovation processes can be daunting for clients. We assist them to the best of our abilities and guide them through the process to achieve the desired results. 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Our approach is conducive to inspiring, connecting, and enhancing experiences for users, customers, employees, and communities.&#8221;[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#c1c1c1&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1714072430785{background-image: url(https:\/\/apedstudio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/bg-15.jpg?id=1025) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h1 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"text-align: center;\" >PROCESS<\/h1>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1714535453832{border-radius: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>What is it like working with us?\u2013 It\u2019s engaging, transparent, informative, and hopefully fun too!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><em><strong>Integrated Approach:<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nAs a cross-disciplinary firm, we offer a more integrated approach than many of our competitors.Our constant collaboration across disciplines results in thoughtful, considerate, and efficient design, delivering feasible and beautiful spaces that are well-constructed and will endure for the life of the project.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Communication:<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nThroughout the phases \u2014 from pre-design to move-in \u2014 it is our intent to work collaboratively and transparently with you. 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We always treat your project as if it were our own.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>We relish a good design crit:<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nWe leverage design critiques (&#8220;crits&#8221;), where we present and defend our ideas about a project to a well-educated and critical group.This ensures that every idea has been filtered through the lead designers, with the added benefit of input from the entire team without influence.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Together, we\u2019ll create a project you love:<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nThe design process can be overwhelming, but we are here to keep it clear and smooth, helping you bring your project to life.<em><br \/>\n<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#c1c1c1&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1714072705969{background-image: url(https:\/\/apedstudio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/subheader-4.jpg?id=1055) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space]\n\t<!-- Element: OT Heading --> \t \n\t<h1 class=\"ot_custom_heading  \" style=\"text-align: center;color: #ffffff;\" >PHASES OF DESIGN<\/h1>\t\n\t<!-- Element: OT Line solid --> \t \n\t<div class=\" separator \"><span><i class=\"fa fa-square\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"spacer-single\"><\/div>\t      \n\n\t<!-- Element: OT Process -->\n    <div class=\"de_tab tab_steps tab_5  \">\n        <ul class=\"de_nav process-circle-textonly\">\n\t        \t            <li class=\"active wow fadeIn \" data-wow-delay=\"0.4s\">\n\t            \t<span class=\"content-mid\">\n\t            \t\t<div class=\"inner\">\t\t\n\t            \t\t\t01 Immerse\t            \t\t<\/div>\n\t            \t<\/span>\t\t        \n\t\t            <div class=\"v-border\"><\/div>\n\t            <\/li>\n\t            \n\t        \t            <li class=\" wow fadeIn \" data-wow-delay=\"0.8s\">\n\t            \t<span class=\"content-mid\">\n\t            \t\t<div class=\"inner\">\t\t\n\t            \t\t\t02 Ideate\t            \t\t<\/div>\n\t            \t<\/span>\t\t        \n\t\t            <div class=\"v-border\"><\/div>\n\t            <\/li>\n\t            \n\t        \t            <li class=\" wow fadeIn \" data-wow-delay=\"1.2s\">\n\t            \t<span class=\"content-mid\">\n\t            \t\t<div class=\"inner\">\t\t\n\t            \t\t\t03 Identify\t            \t\t<\/div>\n\t            \t<\/span>\t\t        \n\t\t            <div class=\"v-border\"><\/div>\n\t            <\/li>\n\t            \n\t        \t            <li class=\" wow fadeIn \" data-wow-delay=\"1.6s\">\n\t            \t<span class=\"content-mid\">\n\t            \t\t<div class=\"inner\">\t\t\n\t            \t\t\t04 Invigorate\t            \t\t<\/div>\n\t            \t<\/span>\t\t        \n\t\t            <div class=\"v-border\"><\/div>\n\t            <\/li>\n\t            \n\t        \t            <li class=\" wow fadeIn \" data-wow-delay=\"2s\">\n\t            \t<span class=\"content-mid\">\n\t            \t\t<div class=\"inner\">\t\t\n\t            \t\t\t05 Implement\t            \t\t<\/div>\n\t            \t<\/span>\t\t        \n\t\t            <div class=\"v-border\"><\/div>\n\t            <\/li>\n\t            \n\t                <\/ul>\n\n        <div class=\"de_tab_content\">\n\t        \t            <div id=\"tab-1749\" class=\"de_tab_content_inner\">\n\t                <p><strong>01 \u2013 Immerse (Programming \/ Strategic Planning)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We delve into the WHY by asking the right questions, gaining insights into the client\u2019s company and industry. 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