Engagements
Engagements for teams that need real delivery
We build operational software, deliver automation, and provide fractional CTO support for SMEs and founders.
Book a 20-minute callBuild Partner
4-12 weeks (focused scope) or 3-6 months (staged program)For SMEs that need delivery, not just strategy.
Start with Build PartnerWhat it includes
- Workflow and systems mapping
- Technical scope and implementation plan
- Custom internal software or portal builds
- API and data integrations across core tools
- QA, deployment, and documented handover
What success looks like
- Fewer manual handoffs across key processes
- Faster movement from enquiry to paid invoice
- Clear ownership of each workflow stage
- Internal team can operate without dependency
Example use cases
Professional services: Intake-to-proposal-to-onboarding workflow with billing sync and follow-up rules.
Tradies: Enquiry-to-quote-to-schedule-to-invoice workflow with job notes and payment reminders.
Automation & AI in Operations
2-8 weeksFor teams losing time to repetitive admin and manual handoffs.
Start with Automation & AIWhat it includes
- Process audit and automation map
- Workflow automation across intake, triage, follow-up, and invoicing
- Practical AI assists for drafting, triage, and retrieval
- Approval controls and exception handling
- Monitoring and iteration plan
What success looks like
- Quicker response and triage on new work
- Lower admin load and reduced context switching
- More consistent follow-up cadence
- Better visibility of operational bottlenecks
Example use cases
Professional services: Client onboarding automation, proposal triggers, and scheduled follow-up logic.
Tradies: After-hours enquiry capture, call-back queue, quote reminders, and job progression updates.
Fractional CTO / Advisory
6-10 week advisory block or ongoing monthly cadenceFor founders and operators who need senior technical leadership without a full-time CTO.
Start with Fractional CTOWhat it includes
- Technology roadmap and execution sequencing
- Architecture and integration decisions
- Delivery planning and risk management
- Tool and vendor selection support
- Build oversight and technical QA
What success looks like
- Clear 6-12 month technical execution plan
- Better decisions with less rework
- Stronger delivery rhythm and accountability
- Lower risk on major system changes
Example use cases
Professional services: Modernise a client operations stack while protecting service continuity.
Tradies: Stabilise job workflow systems and remove duplicate admin across office and field.
Products & Ventures
6-16 weeks to pilotFor teams exploring small products with practical operational value.
Explore productsWhat it includes
- Problem framing and lean validation
- Pilot product design and build
- Early user feedback loop
- Practical operating model for next phase
What success looks like
- Pilot shipped to real users
- Clear decision to scale, refine, or stop
- Usable technical foundation and backlog
Example use cases
Professional services: Productise a repeatable advisory workflow into a lightweight offer.
Tradies: Pilot an internal scheduling or job quality tool to support field operations.
Ways to start
Start focused. Expand in stages.
Quick diagnostic call
20 minutes to define the bottleneck and the best first step.
Short sprint
1-2 weeks to map workflow, set baseline, and finalise scope.
Build phase
4+ weeks of scoped delivery with demos and handover.
Start with one workflow that matters.
We'll help you choose the right engagement and first milestone.
Book a 20-minute call