Honest Technical Advice for Manufacturing Companies
Not every problem needs a custom build. Sometimes you need an experienced team to review what you have, evaluate what's available, and give you a straight answer on the best path forward.
We Build Software for Manufacturing — So We Know What Good Looks Like
Most consulting firms give you a slide deck and a recommendation. We've actually built the systems we advise on. We've written the integrations, debugged the PLC connections, and sat with the operators who use the software every day.
That means our advice comes from real implementation experience — not theoretical frameworks. When we tell you a vendor's architecture won't scale, it's because we've seen it fail in the field. When we say a simpler approach will work, it's because we've shipped it.
Independent advice
We don't resell vendor products. Our recommendations are based solely on what's right for your operation.
Builder's perspective
We're engineers, not analysts. We advise on what we've built, deployed, and maintained ourselves.
Manufacturing focus
We understand OT environments, factory floor constraints, and the reality of how software gets used in production.
What We Offer
Consulting Services
Targeted engagements designed to give you clarity and confidence in your technology decisions — without committing to a full development project.
Technical Architecture Review
We examine your existing software systems — architecture, integrations, infrastructure, and code quality — and deliver a clear assessment of what's working, what's fragile, and what needs attention before it becomes a problem.
Vendor & Platform Evaluation
Considering an off-the-shelf solution, a new platform, or an outsourced development team? We'll evaluate the options against your actual requirements and give you an unbiased comparison — including what the sales teams won't tell you.
AI & Automation Strategy
Where can AI actually deliver value in your operation — and where is it hype? We help you identify high-impact automation opportunities, evaluate AI approaches, and build a realistic roadmap that starts with quick wins.
Software Audit & Assessment
Inheriting a codebase? Worried about technical debt? We'll conduct a thorough audit — security posture, code quality, scalability concerns, dependency risks — and deliver a prioritized remediation plan.
Integration Planning
Connecting ERP systems, SCADA platforms, IoT data, and business applications is where most manufacturing software projects go wrong. We design integration architectures that are reliable, maintainable, and don't create new single points of failure.
Second Opinion
Already have a proposal from another vendor or development team? We'll review it honestly. If it's solid, we'll tell you. If there are red flags, we'll explain exactly what to watch out for — no agenda, no upsell.
How It Works
Consulting Engagements That Respect Your Time
Our consulting engagements are designed to be focused and efficient. We deliver clear, actionable guidance — not months of analysis that tells you what you already know.
01
Define the Question
We start by getting clarity on exactly what you need answered. "Should we build or buy?" "Is this architecture sound?" "Where should we invest in automation?" A well-defined question leads to a useful answer.
02
Gather Context
We review your systems, talk to your team, and understand your operational constraints. For technical reviews, we dig into the code and infrastructure. For strategy work, we map your workflows and technology landscape.
03
Deliver a Clear Answer
You get a written deliverable with specific recommendations, risk assessments, and next steps. Not a generic framework — a concrete answer to your specific question, backed by our technical analysis.
04
Walk Through It Together
We present our findings to your team, answer questions, and make sure the path forward is clear. If you decide to act on our recommendations — whether with us or another team — you'll have everything you need.
Typical engagement timelines
→Second Opinion:1–2 weeks
→Technical Review:2–4 weeks
→Vendor Evaluation:2–4 weeks
→AI Strategy:3–6 weeks
→Full Software Audit:4–8 weeks
Is This Right for You?
When Manufacturing Companies Call Us
"We're not sure what we need"
You know there's a technology gap, but you're not ready to commit to a specific solution. We'll map the problem and help you understand your options before you spend a dollar on development.
"We have a proposal we're not sure about"
A vendor pitched you a solution. A development team gave you an estimate. It sounds reasonable, but you want an independent set of eyes before you sign. We'll tell you what we'd do differently.
"Our existing system is becoming a liability"
Software that used to work is now holding you back — reliability issues, security concerns, inability to integrate with new systems. We'll assess the damage and recommend the most pragmatic path forward.
Have a Technology Question? Let's Talk.
Describe the situation you're dealing with. We'll respond within one business day with our honest take on whether consulting is the right first step — and if it's not, we'll tell you that too.