Problems it solves
- The IT budget grows, but it is unclear what it delivers.
- You must choose between vendors or products with no common yardstick.
- A critical application depends on a single person.
- The company has outgrown its systems and you are not sure where to start.
What the service includes
Technical audit
Applications, infrastructure, code and delivery practices assessed. The report separates urgent risks from improvements that can wait.
IT strategy and roadmap
A 12–24 month plan tied to business goals, with estimated costs and dependencies.
Modernization plan
For legacy applications we compare rewrite, refactor and replace, and propose a path with controlled risk.
Vendor selection
Criteria, request for proposal, response scoring and technical vetting of candidates.
Investment appraisal
Total cost over 3–5 years, measurable benefits and risks for each option.
Fractional CTO
Part-time technical leadership for companies that do not yet need a full-time CTO.
Example solutions
Technical due diligence
Assessing a company's platform before an investment or acquisition.
Exit plan for a legacy system
Steps, costs and migration order for an application that can no longer grow.
Second opinion
An independent review of a proposal or a stalled project.
Technologies and standards
Recommendations rest on recognized frameworks, scaled to the size of the company:
How we work
First conversation
We learn the problem, the systems you use and your time and budget constraints, and tell you honestly whether we are a fit.
Analysis and proposal
For larger work, a short discovery: scope, proposed architecture and a phased estimate with risks in plain view.
Phased delivery
We build incrementally with regular demos. Scope changes are discussed and estimated before they are made.
Handover and support
Documentation, training and full access to code and configuration. Then maintenance with clear terms, or in-house takeover.
Consulting work has a scope and an end date set at the start. The output is a document you can act on without us.
What you receive
- Audit report with priorities
- Technology roadmap with cost estimates
- Decision matrix for the options
- RFP and scoring grid
- Leadership presentation
Business benefits
Defensible decisions
Every recommendation states criteria, costs and risks.
Independence
We take no commissions from the vendors we assess.
Business language
Reports are written for leadership, with technical annexes kept separate.
Integration with existing systems
Every audit maps existing integrations, because that is where most hidden costs sit.
Security and maintenance
- Every audit includes a baseline security review and, where relevant, NIS2 obligations.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a technical audit take?
It depends on the number of systems. Scope and timeline are fixed before we start, and the report comes with a leadership briefing.
Can you implement what you recommend?
Yes, but it is not a condition. The report is written so any capable team can implement it.
Do you work for investors?
Yes. Technical due diligence is a typical engagement, carried out under a non-disclosure agreement.