lead-ins

to kick things off, let's discuss the project timeline.

in order to understand the problem, we need to gather more data.

with that being said, i think we should move on to the next topic.

to begin with, it's important to define our goals clearly.

as a starting point, could you please provide a brief overview?

to set the stage, here's some background information on the company.

in order to provide context, let me explain the situation.

to give you some context, the market has shifted significantly.

to start with the basics, let's review the key features.

with a view to improving efficiency, we'll implement new software.

to lay the groundwork, we need to conduct thorough research.

in order to clarify, could you repeat the question please?