Professional services management aims to deliver client projects on time and within budget. It is the process of planning the project and guiding team members to produce their best work and contribute to achieving set goals, all while implementing the company's policies and working with industry standards and best practices.

In addition, most professional services operations are organized around a defined charter, strategy, and business plan. They will also adhere to a set of financial targets that are governed and monitored by a detailed profit and loss framework.