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R.008 / ProcessFour phases · fixed scope · yours at the end
§ Prc.00

How we
work.

No retainers by default. No hourly billing. No surprise invoices. Four phases, fixed scope, and you own everything at the end.

Our Process
§ Prc.01Discovery
Phase 01

Discovery

Duration2 weeks
ScopeFixed fee

We map your current operation — every tool, every workflow, and every pain point that is currently being handled by people instead of software. You get a written audit and a plain-English proposal.

What we need from you
  • 90-minute kickoff call
  • Read-only access to your current tools
  • Stakeholder interviews (30 min each)
What we deliver
Written systems audit
Architecture proposal (plain English)
Phased build plan with fixed costs
Go / no-go decision gate
§ Prc.02Architecture
Phase 02

Architecture

Duration1 sprint · 2 weeks
ScopeIncluded

The proposal becomes a working blueprint. Every component is named, every integration is mapped, and the cost is locked before we write any code.

What we need from you
  • Two review sessions (1hr each)
  • Approval on component scope
What we deliver
Component blueprint
Data model diagram
Integration map
Fixed-price build contract
§ Prc.03Build
Phase 03

Build

Duration6–14 weeks
ScopeFixed upfront

Weekly demos. You see the system grow live, and nothing is a surprise at handover because you’ve been watching it take shape the whole time.

What we need from you
  • Weekly 30-min demos
  • Feedback within 48hrs of each demo
  • UAT sign-off before production
What we deliver
Working, deployed system
Admin documentation
Staff training session
Staging to production pipeline
§ Prc.04Live
Phase 04

Live

DurationOptional
ScopeZero mandatory retainers

You own everything — the code, the credentials, and the config. Ongoing support is optional for teams that want us nearby after launch.

What we need from you
  • Choose: self-manage or retainer
What we deliver
All credentials and repositories
Full documentation handover
Optional: monthly retainer
Optional: top-up training
§ Prc.05Questions

Common
questions.

Can we start with just Discovery?

Yes. Discovery is a fixed-fee engagement with no obligation to continue. Many clients do Discovery to validate whether a full build makes sense — and keep the audit regardless.

Do you work with our existing developers?

Yes. We can design the system and hand the blueprint to your internal team at any point. The plans are yours.

What if our requirements change mid-build?

We scope in two-week sprints. Any change is costed clearly before it goes into the build, so there are no surprise invoices.

Do you offer ongoing support after handover?

Yes, if you want it. We do a thorough handover and you can run it yourself, or keep us on call.

How long does the full engagement take?

Discovery is 2 weeks. Architecture adds another sprint. Build is typically 8–12 weeks for a mid-complexity system. From kickoff to handover: 3–4 months.

Ready to start
with Discovery?

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