Technical Assessment Understand Where You Stand

Before you can improve, you need to understand where you are. Get a clear picture of your technical situation and what to do next.

Three Types of Assessment

Different stages need different approaches

Foundation Assessment

Build it right from the start

What I Cover

  • Current tech stack evaluation
  • Architecture planning
  • Development process setup
  • First hire recommendations
  • MVP roadmap planning
  • Investor presentation prep

What You Get

  • Technical foundation report
  • Architecture recommendations
  • Hiring roadmap
  • Development process guide
  • 90-day action plan
  • 2-hour presentation session

Foundation Assessment

$5,000
One-time engagement
  • 1-2 week timeline
  • Team interviews
  • Code review
  • Documentation review
  • Detailed report
  • Presentation session
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Growth Assessment

Scale without the chaos

What I Cover

  • Engineering Performance metrics analysis
  • Team structure evaluation
  • Platform architecture review
  • Performance bottleneck identification
  • Process optimization opportunities
  • Leadership structure assessment

What You Get

  • Engineering Performance metrics dashboard
  • Team topology recommendations
  • Performance improvement plan
  • Platform architecture roadmap
  • Leadership development plan
  • 6-month transformation roadmap

Growth Assessment

$10,000
One-time engagement
  • 2-3 week timeline
  • Engineering Performance metrics setup
  • Team interviews
  • Architecture review
  • Process analysis
  • Executive presentation
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Modernization Assessment

Transform with confidence

What I Cover

  • Legacy system analysis
  • Technical debt assessment
  • Cloud readiness evaluation
  • Security and compliance review
  • Team capability assessment
  • Risk mitigation planning

What You Get

  • Modernization roadmap
  • Risk assessment report
  • Cloud migration strategy
  • Team upskilling plan
  • Budget and timeline estimates
  • Board-ready presentation

Modernization Assessment

$20,000
One-time engagement
  • 3-4 week timeline
  • Legacy system audit
  • Architecture review
  • Risk assessment
  • Team interviews
  • Executive presentation
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My Assessment Process

How I work with you

1

Discovery Call

I learn about your situation, challenges, and goals. No sales pitch - just understanding.

2

Deep Dive

I review your code, talk to your team, and understand your current systems and processes.

3

Analysis

I analyze what I found and create specific recommendations for your situation.

4

Presentation

I present my findings and recommendations in a clear, actionable format.

Sample Deliverables

What you actually get

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Technical Health Report

Clear assessment of your current technical situation with specific metrics and benchmarks.

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Improvement Roadmap

Step-by-step plan for the next 90 days to 6 months, prioritized by impact and effort.

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Team Recommendations

Specific guidance on hiring, team structure, and skill development.

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Technical Recommendations

Architecture, technology, and process changes to improve performance.

Common Questions

How long does an assessment take?

Most assessments take 1-4 weeks depending on the type and complexity of your situation.

Do you need access to our code?

Yes, I'll need to review your codebase and architecture. I sign NDAs and take security seriously.

What if we don't like the recommendations?

I'll work with you to understand your concerns and adjust my recommendations. Your success is my success.

Can you help implement the recommendations?

Yes! Many clients move from assessment to ongoing transformation or advisory services.

Optional Add-ons

Enhance your assessment with specialized analysis

Value Stream Mapping

+$5,000 - $10,000

Map your complete development flow from idea to production, identifying bottlenecks and waste.

Best for: Growth and Modernization assessments

Team Topology Analysis

+$3,000 - $7,500

Deep dive into how your team structure impacts communication patterns and delivery speed.

Best for: All assessment types

Technology Debt Audit

+$5,000 - $15,000

Comprehensive analysis of technical debt with prioritized remediation roadmap.

Best for: Growth and Modernization assessments

Add-on pricing varies based on team size and complexity. Final price determined during scoping.

Ready to Understand Your Technical Situation?

Start with a free consultation. I'll help you understand which assessment is right for you.