PCD Consulting offers a suite of consultation services for applied research projects. PCD is an imprint for freelance consultant and statistician Philip Darling. Phil specializes in research planning, statistical analysis, and the interpretation of research results in business-relevant terms. He has worked with large provincial and national organizations, small regional companies, and individual consultants on a variety of projects. Phil has exceptional interpersonal skills and excels in the communication of complex information in plain language. The hallmarks of Phil's work are practicality, efficiency, and a high level of overall quality with a flair for insight. Statistical consulting is often the most challenging and rewarding part of statistics. Consultants apply the art and science of statistics to practical problems in various fields. Many statistical consultants run their own business, and good consulting requires a strong technical background, superb interpersonal skill