Expert Advice & Planning
Technology moves fast, and it’s easy to feel like you’re overpaying for tools you don't use. We provide clear, honest advice to help you pick the right software and plan for growth. No jargon, no geek-speak — just an engineer in your corner helping you make smart decisions for your business.
Overview
Most small businesses don't need a full-time CTO. But they do need someone who can look at their tech setup and give them a straight answer about whether they're spending money in the right places. That's what this is: an engineer in your corner who speaks plain English.
We see it all the time. A company paying $500 a month for software they use 10% of, or running their whole operation on a tool that's one bad update away from breaking. We come in, look at everything, and tell you what to keep, what to drop, and what to replace. No 50-page report that sits in a drawer. Just a clear list of what to do and why.
Our recommendations are vendor-neutral. We don't get kickbacks or referral fees from any platform. If the best answer for your business is a free tool, that's what we'll tell you. If you need something custom built, we can do that too, but we'll never push you toward a product just because it pays us.
This works on an as-needed basis at $150 per hour. Some clients book a one-time audit. Others check in quarterly when they're making a big decision. There's no retainer and no minimum. You pay for the hours you use.
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Timeline
A focused tech audit takes 1–2 weeks. Ongoing advisory is billed hourly with no minimum commitment — book time when you need it.
What’s Included
How It Works
We audit your current tech stack, software costs, and workflows to find what's working and what's not.
You get a clear, prioritized plan in plain English — not a 50-page report full of jargon.
Book hours as needed. No retainer required, no minimum commitment. Just expert advice when you need it.
FAQ
No. Book as needed — there's no retainer or minimum commitment. Start with a single consultation and go from there.
Yes. We advise on roles, required skills, interview questions, and vetting candidates. We help you hire smart without the recruiter markup.
Not at all. Any business that uses technology — which is every business — can benefit from an honest tech review and a clear roadmap.
One hour. Start with a single consultation to see if we're the right fit.
That’s exactly what the audit is for. We review everything — your hosting, your software subscriptions, your internal tools, your security setup — and give you a clear picture of what’s working, what’s costing you money, and what needs to change.
Absolutely. We cut through the marketing hype and tell you which tools actually solve your problems and which ones are just burning budget. We’ve evaluated dozens of AI platforms and know what works for small and mid-size businesses versus what’s designed for enterprise.
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