01. Definition
A pricing methodology that starts with a high-level benchmark—such as a client's total budget or historical award values—and works backwards to determine a viable delivery model.
Usage in Methodology
"We use top-down estimation during the environment mapping phase to anchor our commercial strategy in the buyer's financial reality."
02. Related Insights
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