Elite sporting events sit at the highest level of global visibility and operational complexity. They bring together governments, international federations, broadcasters, sponsors, athletes, security agencies, transport authorities, commercial partners, and millions of fans. Delivering these events requires not only technical precision but also strategic coordination, political awareness, risk management, and long-term planning.
At OrdoStrategica, we support clients throughout the entire event lifecycle — from bid development and feasibility analysis, through multi-year planning phases, and into operational delivery and legacy transition. Our experience spans global tournaments, multi-sport games, continental championships, and national-level competitions. Our team has supported events governed by the world’s leading sports bodies, giving us a deep understanding of the standards, governance frameworks, and expectations that shape elite competition. We understand the governance environments, the stakeholder dynamics, and the financial pressures that define international sport.
Our work ensures that major events are delivered safely, efficiently, and with purpose. Whether guiding early conceptualisation or supporting complex operational structures, we help organisations navigate the unique demands of elite sport and produce events that leave a meaningful impact.
The result: events that are well planned, operationally robust, safe, and capable of delivering the social and economic outcomes promised to stakeholders.
Event Strategy, Bid Development & Feasibility
The journey to hosting a major sporting event begins long before a bid is formally submitted. Governments and federations must evaluate feasibility, political support, budget scenarios, infrastructure capacity, and long-term legacy considerations. Our advisory helps clients determine whether hosting is advantageous — and how best to position their bid for success.
Our expertise includes:
- Feasibility assessments, cost–benefit analyses, and economic impact studies
- Bid narrative development and master concept design
- Governance arrangements and institutional readiness reviews
- Stakeholder engagement and alignment across ministries, agencies, and partners
- Preliminary risk identification and early-phase scenario planning
- Long-term legacy alignment with urban, social, and national objectives
Operational Planning, Governance & Readiness
Large-scale sporting events involve thousands of staff, volunteers, contractors, and partner organisations. Success depends on coordinated planning across multiple operational domains. We support the creation and refinement of event governance structures, operational frameworks, functional area plans, and readiness programmes that ensure all actors are aligned and prepared for delivery.
We support clients with:
- Event governance frameworks and organisational design
- Operational planning across all functional areas
- Integrated project management structures and decision processes
- Workforce planning, volunteer programmes, and operational staffing models
- Readiness exercises, table-top simulations, test events, and scenario rehearsals
- Coordination between domestic authorities, international bodies, and private-sector partners
Event Delivery, Venue Operations & Logistics
The operational phase of an elite event demands precision and adaptability. Our role is to help organisers deliver seamless operations that meet international standards while responding to real-time challenges. We work across venue operations, transport, security, logistics, protocol, technology integration, spectator services, and media operations to ensure all elements function cohesively.
Our delivery support includes:
- Venue operation plans and event-time operational structures
- Transport planning, fleet operations, and mobility management
- Accreditation systems and access control protocols
- Security coordination frameworks and risk mitigation strategies
- Logistics, material flows, and supply-chain management
- Protocol, VIP management, hospitality programmes, and spectator experience
Safety, Security & Risk Management
Elite events require comprehensive security frameworks that integrate national authorities, intelligence services, venue operators, and international partners. We help clients design risk-appropriate systems that protect participants, spectators, infrastructure, and reputational interests.
We provide assistance with:
- Threat assessments and risk mapping
- Integrated security planning across agencies and operational teams
- Emergency response frameworks and incident management systems
- Coordination with international federations and security experts
- Crisis communication and contingency planning
- Monitoring mechanisms for event-time decision-making
Legacy Planning & Post-Event Transition
Major events can leave long-lasting benefits — or long-term burdens — depending on how legacy is planned and executed. We support clients in defining legacies that align with national goals, from infrastructure use and tourism growth to sports participation, commercial development, and capacity building.
Our legacy expertise includes:
- Legacy strategy design and impact frameworks
- Infrastructure reuse and long-term facility planning
- Transition planning for organising committees and institutions
- Knowledge transfer programmes and capability development
- Evaluation systems to measure social, economic, and sporting impact
Our Commitment
Elite sporting events demand more than operational skill — they require the ability to align diverse stakeholders, plan with precision, analyse complex risks, and operate confidently under international scrutiny. We bring experience, judgment, and a practical understanding of how global events succeed. Our goal is to help clients deliver competitions that are safe, memorable, well-governed, and transformative for the communities they serve.
