GLG alternative
OpenIQ delivers verified expert answers in hours, on a flat subscription — without GLG-scale minimums, gated portals, or call-by-call billing.
GLG (formerly Gerson Lehrman Group) pioneered the expert network category for institutional investors. It's powerful — and built for a buyer with a six-figure annual research budget and a procurement team. OpenIQ is designed for the next generation of decision-makers: founders, operators, and lean institutional teams who need expert input on demand, not a sales cycle.
Deep institutional rolodex, especially for healthcare and financial-services due diligence. Mature compliance workflows. A dedicated team that will source niche specialists if you have the budget and timeline to wait.
| Feature | OpenIQ | GLG |
|---|---|---|
| Typical response time | Under 4 hours | 3–10 business days |
| Pricing model | Flat subscription | Per-call retainer + minimums |
| Minimum annual commitment | None | $25K–$120K+ |
| Expert verification | Manual review + LinkedIn + reference checks | Self-attested profile |
| AI-curated synthesis of answers | ||
| Built for founders & operators | ||
| Compliance workflow for institutional teams | ||
| Single named relationship manager required | ||
| Self-serve question submission |
Comparison reflects publicly available information and OpenIQ's stated product design. Specifics vary by engagement.
OpenIQ is a flat-rate subscription to verified expert answers, designed for sub-4-hour turnaround. GLG is a traditional expert network built around per-call billing, dedicated relationship managers, and multi-week scheduling. We serve overlapping audiences but optimize for very different buying motions.
For most teams, yes — substantially. GLG typically requires an annual commitment in the tens of thousands of dollars plus per-call fees. OpenIQ replaces that with a flat monthly subscription tier you can start and stop on your own.
Every practitioner is manually reviewed against their LinkedIn profile, professional background, and topic-specific track record. We require a verified LinkedIn URL during application and follow up with reference checks before approval.
Yes. Our institutional tier includes audit logs, controlled topic restrictions, and the ability to scope questions away from material non-public information categories. Talk to us about your specific compliance posture.