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How We Engage
We offer three engagement models: a fixed-scope architecture review, a build engagement, or an ongoing retainer. The right one depends on where you are and what you need to get done.
Choose your engagement model
Each model is designed for different situations. Not sure which fits? We'll help you figure that out in our initial conversation.
Project-Based
Defined scope, fixed timeline, clear deliverables. Best for building new systems or completing specific initiatives.
Ideal for
- New product or platform development
- System migrations and modernization
- Specific integrations or automations
- Compliance remediation projects
Includes
- Fixed scope and timeline
- Milestone-based delivery
- Defined acceptance criteria
- Knowledge transfer included
- Post-launch support period
Starting at $50,000
Varies significantly by scope
Monthly Retainer
Ongoing partnership for continuous development, maintenance, and evolution. Reserved capacity for your priorities.
Ideal for
- Continuous product development
- Long-term system maintenance
- Teams without in-house engineering capacity
- Organizations that need predictable budgeting
Includes
- Reserved monthly capacity
- Flexible priorities within scope
- Regular planning and review cycles
- Ongoing maintenance and support
- Predictable monthly investment
Starting at $15,000/month
Based on capacity reserved
Strategic Advisory
Architecture reviews, technology strategy, and expert guidance without long-term commitments. Perfect for getting clarity before major decisions.
Ideal for
- Architecture and technology assessments
- Build vs. buy decisions
- AI readiness evaluations
- Due diligence for acquisitions
- Vendor selection guidance
Includes
- Focused engagement on specific questions
- Expert analysis and recommendations
- Written deliverables and documentation
- Presentation to stakeholders if needed
- No long-term commitment required
Starting at $10,000
Scoped per engagement
What to expect
Every engagement starts with your situation: what you are trying to build, what constraints you are working inside, and what your team can actually support. We scope from there. What stays consistent across all of them: direct communication, honest timelines, and a willingness to tell you when a different approach is the right one.
Investment ranges
Architecture review: Starts at $25K. A focused two-to-four-week engagement that produces a written architecture, risk register, and a practical path forward. The lowest-risk way to start. Build engagements: Typically $75K–$300K. Scope depends on the system surface area, compliance posture, and integration footprint. We will give you a fixed price after the architecture review, not before. Retainers: Monthly arrangements for teams that want continuous architecture support. Sized to the cadence you actually need. We work with teams whose project budgets start at $25K. If the work is smaller than that, you usually do not need an outside engineer — you need a contractor or a senior internal hire. We will say so if that is what we see.
Our commitments
- Transparent pricing with no hidden costs or surprise change orders
- Regular communication and progress visibility
- Realistic timelines based on actual complexity, not sales optimism
- Knowledge transfer so you're never dependent on us
- Honest feedback, even when it's uncomfortable
Not sure which model fits?
Start with an architecture review and we will help you figure out the right approach for your situation — no commitment required.
Get in touch
Let's discuss your needs
Tell us about your project and we'll recommend the engagement model that makes the most sense.