Single Session
For: Specific decision or focused review.
What you get—Pre-session prep and review
—Direct conversation with senior team
—Written summary and recommendation
—2-week async follow-up included
Services / Strategy & Consulting
Senior input, on demand.
For teams planning a product, evaluating a build, or stuck somewhere in the middle. Honest advisory from people who've actually shipped software.
Why us
We've shipped what we advise on.
Twenty years of building, hosting, and shipping software. Three products of our own. We give advice rooted in real operating experience.
We don't sell what we don't believe.
If your idea is bad, we'll tell you. If you should buy instead of build, we'll say so. Our job is to be useful, not agreeable.
No decks designed to sell more phases.
You get clear written summaries and direct conversations. Not slide decks engineered to trigger Phase 2.
Senior, always.
Every engagement is led by founders or senior engineers. No junior consultants reciting frameworks they read about last week.
01 — When to engage
Five common moments.
Different engagement, different value. Most clients come to us at one of these inflection points.
Moment 01
Pre-build scoping.
You have an idea but need help shaping it into something buildable. We help you scope realistically before you commit budget — and tell you honestly if the idea doesn't survive scoping.
Moment 02
Build/buy decision.
You're choosing between custom development and existing software. We give honest input, even when the answer is "buy, don't build." We have no incentive to push you toward custom work.
Moment 03
Vendor evaluation.
You're hiring a development partner and want a second opinion on their proposals, estimates, or technical approach. We've seen enough good and bad work to spot the difference quickly.
Moment 04
Architecture review.
Existing system not scaling? We diagnose what's wrong and recommend specific changes — without trying to sell you a rewrite. Sometimes the answer is a small fix, not a Phase 2 project.
Moment 05
Ongoing advisory.
You're a non-technical founder or operator who needs a senior technical partner to lean on regularly. Async access, monthly check-ins, and as-needed deep dives without committing to a build.
02 — How it works
Three formats.
Pick the format that fits your decision timeline and depth needed.
Project Engagement
For: Scoping, vendor selection, or architecture work.
What you get—Defined deliverable (scope doc, architecture review, vendor recommendation)
—Multiple working sessions
—Written report
—30-day post-engagement support
Advisory Retainer
For: Ongoing strategic relationship.
What you get—Async access for questions and decisions
—Monthly check-in calls
—As-needed deep dives (capped per month)
—Quarterly strategy reviews
All prices in EUR, exclusive of VAT (PDV). Initial 30-minute discovery calls are always free. We turn down engagements where we're not the right fit.
03 — Who we work with
A typical client.
Different roles, similar problems. Real decisions, real money on the line, and frustration with consultants who sell decks instead of clarity.
Profile 01
Founders.
Building their first product. Want senior input before they commit budget.
Profile 02
Operators.
Digitizing their first internal system. Don't want to make expensive mistakes.
Profile 03
CTOs.
Managing legacy modernization. Want an outside read on internal thinking.
Profile 04
Product managers.
Scoping new platforms. Need a sanity check on vendor proposals or estimates.
Profile 05
Investors.
Doing technical due diligence. Want honest assessment of a stack before they commit.
Profile 06
Non-technical leaders.
Who need a translator between business intent and engineering reality.
04 — What we won't do
Things we don't do.
We're explicit about what consulting from us looks like — and what it doesn't.
No 01
No 80-page reports.
You get focused written summaries with clear recommendations — not deliverables nobody reads.
No 02
No frameworks for the sake of it.
Your problem isn't going to be solved by a 2x2 matrix or a capability maturity model.
No 03
No follow-on phase as the deliverable.
If we recommend a build, we'll tell you whether we want to do it or not — and why.
No 04
No consultant-speak.
Plain words, direct claims, honest uncertainty where it exists.
No 05
No engagements outside our lane.
If your problem isn't ours to solve, we'll point you toward someone better suited.
05 — Sample outcomes
What clients walk away with.
Build/Buy Decision
"Don't build it"
A startup founder came to us planning a custom CRM build. After two sessions, our advice was to use HubSpot instead. They saved €60,000 and 6 months. We made €1,000.
Vendor Evaluation
"These quotes are wrong"
A mid-market company had three vendor proposals ranging from €40K to €180K. We reviewed all three and identified scope errors in each. The eventual project shipped at €85K — within accurate scope.
Architecture Review
"Your database is the problem"
A scaling SaaS thought they needed a full rewrite. After a one-week architecture review, we identified three database changes that solved 90% of their performance issues. No rewrite needed.
06 — Common questions
Things people ask.
How is this different from working with McKinsey or Accenture?
We've actually shipped software. They write reports about shipping software. We're also dramatically cheaper and operate without 14 layers of account management.
Will you sign an NDA?
Yes. Mutual NDAs are standard for any serious conversation about confidential work.
Can you work with our existing development team?
Yes. Many engagements involve advising in-house teams or co-developing recommendations with them. We don't compete with your team — we make them more effective.
What if we need ongoing development after consulting?
We can do the work ourselves, or recommend other teams we trust. We'll be transparent about which makes more sense for your project.
How fast can you start?
Single sessions: usually within 1–2 weeks. Project engagements: 2–4 weeks lead time. Retainers: start of next month is typical.
Do you do remote-only or on-site?
Both. Most engagements are remote. We travel for strategic sessions or workshops when it adds meaningful value.
What happens after the engagement ends?
You get clear written deliverables. If you want ongoing access, we can move to a retainer. If not, we're available for follow-up questions for 30 days at no extra cost.
Will you tell us things we don't want to hear?
Yes. That's the entire point. If you're looking for a consultant who validates your existing plan, we're not the right fit.
Can we get references from past consulting clients?
Yes, after the initial discovery call. We respect client confidentiality but can connect you with relevant references.
What languages do you work in?
Croatian and English. Most international engagements are in English.
Have a decision to think through?
Initial 30-minute conversations are always free. If we're not the right fit, we'll tell you and point you toward someone who is.