Services Offered
This page details each service we provide, including scope, responsibilities, and limitations.
Engagement Lifecycle
Consulting & Advisory
Requirements and Process Analysis
Description: We work with clients to understand their business processes, identify pain points, and define clear requirements for system selection and implementation.
Intended outcomes:
- Documented business requirements
- Process maps and workflows
- Gap analysis between current and desired state
- Prioritized requirements list
Our responsibilities:
- Facilitate discovery sessions
- Document findings clearly
- Identify gaps and risks
- Provide objective analysis
Client responsibilities:
- Provide access to stakeholders
- Commit time from subject matter experts
- Make decisions when required
- Validate our understanding
Exclusions:
- We do not make business decisions for clients
- We do not guarantee specific outcomes from process changes
- We do not implement process changes outside system scope
Platform Selection and Evaluation
Description: We help clients evaluate and select appropriate open-source platforms based on their requirements, constraints, and context.
Intended outcomes:
- Objective platform comparison
- Recommendation with rationale
- Understanding of trade-offs
- Risk assessment for each option
Our responsibilities:
- Research and evaluate platforms objectively
- Present findings without vendor bias
- Explain trade-offs clearly
- Provide honest recommendations
Client responsibilities:
- Define evaluation criteria and priorities
- Provide necessary context about constraints
- Make final selection decision
- Accept trade-offs of chosen platform
Exclusions:
- We do not guarantee platform behavior
- We do not have special relationships with vendors
- We do not sell or license software
Architecture and Integration Design
Description: We design system architectures and integration patterns that are maintainable, upgrade-safe, and aligned with client capabilities.
Intended outcomes:
- Architecture documentation
- Integration specifications
- Data flow diagrams
- Technical implementation guidance
Our responsibilities:
- Design for sustainability and maintainability
- Consider client's technical capabilities
- Document thoroughly
- Identify risks and dependencies
Client responsibilities:
- Provide accurate information about existing systems
- Commit technical resources for review
- Make infrastructure decisions
- Accept responsibility for implementation
Exclusions:
- Architecture does not include implementation
- We do not design proprietary integrations
- We do not guarantee third-party system behavior
Implementation Guidance
Configuration and Implementation Guidance
Description: We guide clients through platform configuration and implementation, ensuring best practices are followed and knowledge is transferred.
Intended outcomes:
- Properly configured platform
- Documentation of configuration decisions
- Trained implementation team
- Sustainable implementation patterns
Our responsibilities:
- Provide expert guidance on configuration
- Recommend best practices
- Review work and provide feedback
- Transfer knowledge throughout
Client responsibilities:
- Execute configuration (with our guidance)
- Provide implementation resources
- Operate systems after implementation
- Maintain documentation
Exclusions:
- We do not operate systems post-implementation
- We do not guarantee outcomes from client-executed work
- We do not provide ongoing maintenance
Code and Implementation Reviews
Description: We review implementations, configurations, and customizations for quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
Intended outcomes:
- Identified issues and risks
- Specific improvement recommendations
- Assessment of upgrade safety
- Quality validation
Our responsibilities:
- Thorough, objective review
- Clear documentation of findings
- Prioritized recommendations
- Explanation of rationale
Client responsibilities:
- Provide access to code and configurations
- Address findings appropriately
- Make decisions about recommendations
Exclusions:
- Review does not include fixing issues
- We do not guarantee issue-free systems
- We do not certify or warrant implementations
Upgrade Readiness and Maintainability Audits
Description: We assess systems for upgrade readiness and long-term maintainability, identifying risks and recommending remediation.
Intended outcomes:
- Upgrade risk assessment
- Maintainability evaluation
- Remediation roadmap
- Prioritized action items
Our responsibilities:
- Systematic evaluation
- Clear documentation of findings
- Practical recommendations
- Risk prioritization
Client responsibilities:
- Provide system access
- Provide history of modifications
- Execute remediation
- Maintain improvements
Exclusions:
- Audit does not include remediation work
- We do not guarantee successful upgrades
- We do not maintain systems ongoing
Enablement & Training
Admin and User Training
Description: We train client teams to operate, administer, and use their systems effectively.
Intended outcomes:
- Capable system administrators
- Competent end users
- Reduced dependency on external support
- Documented procedures
Our responsibilities:
- Develop training materials
- Deliver training sessions
- Answer questions during training
- Provide reference documentation
Client responsibilities:
- Identify training participants
- Allocate time for training
- Practice and reinforce learning
- Maintain training materials
Exclusions:
- Training is not ongoing support
- We do not guarantee user adoption
- We do not replace HR or change management
Developer and Integrator Guidance
Description: We train and guide technical teams on extending and integrating platforms safely and sustainably.
Intended outcomes:
- Capable development team
- Understanding of platform internals
- Safe customization patterns
- Integration best practices
Our responsibilities:
- Technical knowledge transfer
- Pattern and practice guidance
- Code review and feedback
- Reference documentation
Client responsibilities:
- Provide qualified technical resources
- Commit to learning investment
- Apply guidance to work
- Maintain technical capability
Exclusions:
- We do not develop on behalf of clients
- We do not provide ongoing development support
- We do not guarantee third-party integrations