Engagement Models
We deliver with principal-led engagement pods of 6–10 senior practitioners. Each pod is cross-functional, owns outcomes end-to-end, ships in two-week sprints, and measures value every cycle. Choose the engagement model that matches your stage.
Flexible engagement models
Choose the approach that matches your stage: advisory to define strategy, pods to build fast, co-build for enablement, managed run for operations, or talent on demand for specialized needs.
Advisory Sprint
3–6 weeks to prioritize use cases, architecture, roadmap, and proofs of value.
Build Squad
Cross-functional pod of 6–10 experts. Two-week sprints, outcome-based milestones.
Managed Run
Run and optimize with predictable monthly fee; fund transformation via savings.
About Our Engagement Pods
We deliver with small, principal-led engagement pods. Each pod is cross-functional and owns outcomes end-to-end. A typical pod includes a lead architect, product lead, senior engineers across platform/data/app/security, and SRE/QA support. Pods sit close to stakeholders, measure value every sprint, and scale by adding additional pods—not by diluting seniority.
Pod Size
6–10 senior practitioners with principals hands-on. This size ensures high communication bandwidth, fast decision-making, and clear ownership.
Sprint Rhythm
Two-week sprints with demos and KPI reviews each cycle. This cadence balances speed with quality, ensuring regular value delivery and stakeholder alignment.
Global Coverage
Onsite for key workshops; nearshore for daily build; remote hubs for 24×7 run. This blended model optimizes cost, speed, and access to scarce skills.
Why Pods Work
Our pod model is designed for speed, quality, and scalability. Here's why it works:
Ownership & Accountability
Pods own outcomes end-to-end, from discovery to delivery to operations. This ownership creates accountability and drives quality.
Cross-Functional Expertise
Each pod includes all necessary skills, reducing dependencies and enabling fast iteration. Decisions happen within the pod.
Principal Leadership
Principals are hands-on, not just advisors. They code, design, and deliver alongside the team, ensuring high standards.
Scalable by Addition
We scale by adding pods, not by diluting seniority. Each new pod maintains the same high quality bar and outcome focus.
Choosing the Right Model
Different engagement models suit different stages and needs:
Just Starting?
Advisory Sprint helps you prioritize, plan, and prove value before committing to a full build program.
Ready to Build?
Build Squad delivers rapid, high-quality execution with a dedicated pod focused on your outcomes.
Building Capability?
Co-build pairs our experts with your team to transfer practices while delivering value.
Optimizing Operations?
Managed Run provides 24×7 operations with predictable costs and continuous optimization.
Need Expertise Fast?
Talent on Demand provides specialized skills for short spikes with rapid integration.
Combining Models
Many clients combine models—starting with Advisory Sprint, moving to Build Squad, then transitioning to Managed Run.
Ready to Get Started?
Let's discuss your goals and find the right engagement model for your needs.