Every Company Can Have Experienced Technology Leadership
Start with the right experienced business technology partner.
The one who knows that strategy comes before technology.
SMBs Rely on the Right Technology Just Like Big Companies
If you're a small or midsized company leader, how many times have you asked at least one of these questions?
"Do we really need someone to guide our technology future?"
"Doesn't our outsourced IT provider do this for us?"
"Why can't our in-house IT support person do this?"
"We've come this far without a technology leader. Why now?"
"Are we sure we can't keep doing what we've always done?"
"Isn't this going to be more expensive than we can justify?"
"How will I know if this is the right person for us?"
Small Businesses Don't Have All the Technology Services They Deserve
When companies reach a certain size and revenue level, adding a dedicated, experienced business technology leader or fractional CIO to the team is a natural step.
But what if you're a small company leader? You might not be ready for the expense of a full-time tech leader yet. But you deserve the same strategic technical advantage as your larger counterparts and competitors. How will your small company compete and thrive without the right technology foundation to support you?
When there is no experienced technology leader on your team, the business owner is the CIO -- even if you don't realize it. Someone has to be accountable for the technology decisions that impact your company.
It's not unusual for the company to have someone on the team who "likes technology" and inherits the IT role. Or maybe there is an outsourced managed service provider. Both of these are useful day-to-day support resources, but they aren't the strategic thinkers that today's tech savvy leaders need.
We understand that knowing where or when to start can feel overwhelming so we've created a simply system that uncomplicates the steps for you.
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Where Are You Now: Your Discovery
We'll start with a comprehensive discovery that we discuss and complete together. It's not a test so there are no right and wrong answers. Instead, this is your opportunity to freely explore where you are now, where you want to go, the gaps you would like to fill, and how you will become an even more valued provider for your clients.
This is a big step. The investment might cause you to hesitate. We get that. We're a business with all the same concerns you have.
Before you dive in, you'll want to feel comfortable with your decision. Is this is right for you and your company? Let's start with a phone call to talk through what working together will look like for you. No commitment, no payment required. Together we'll decide if this is the right step for you.
3 Things You Won't Get
Canned courses. You have a company to grow and clients to support. That's where your time is well-spent.
Another online account. We're keeping it simple by sending you what you need when you need it.
Rigid scheduled calls. We'll create a workable schedule for check-ins and working together that's right for you.
Lewis Carroll – "If you don't know where you're going, any road will get you there."
After your discovery is complete, we'll design your roadmap to take you from you-are-here-now to where you want to go. We know that can sound intense, time-consuming, distracting, and expensive. We've been there, and we understand how that feels. So we've created a system that delivers quick, measurable successes on your schedule.
3 Things You Won't Get
No fluff. We'll only include actionable steps that lead to a measurable outcome that matters to you.
No busywork. If an action item doesn't lead to your desired result, then it's not on the list.
No one-size-fits-all plan. Together we'll build a manageable, flexible roadmap based on your unique needs and plans.
Just a Few Of the Many Growth Insights and Tactics You'll Get
How to evaluate and buy the right technology for your company
How to avoid unnecessary and redundant IT expenses
How to create and maintain a comprehensive technology inventory to safeguard your company's valuable IT assets
How to increase your technology ROI
How to have confident business meets technology conversations with your team
How to uncover hidden value-added services and increased revenue for your company
How to become the technology leader your employees are looking for
How to adopt our knowledge-sharing into your day-to-day activities
Technology and your business are continually changing so your roadmap will be designed with flexibility in mind.
There's nothing more frustrating than having your initial enthusiasm quickly crushed by the weight of an endless to do list. Even the most diehard DIYer needs a little support, accountability, and encouragement to keep seeing steady progress.
3 Things You Won't Get
Too much DIY. We'll strike the balance you want between do-it-yourself and done-for-you.
Too many vague tasks. Every activity leads to a measurable outcome that matters to you and your company.
Too much time before you see progress. Small steps organized around your goals will contribute to short successes.
We'll continue to work together for the next 3 months after your roadmap is created. Since every company's roadmap is tailored to their immediate and long-term goals, how we can best serve you will be specialized too.
Together, we'll craft the right combination of phone calls, Zoom calls, and emails that is right for you.
You've invested your time and money building your company's strategic roadmap. You're on your way to building the sound business technology foundation that's important to your success. We want you to continue gaining valuable results for a long time. So you can decide if The Sidekick or The Builder is right for you.
After all, what's a good roadmap without reliable traveling companions?
If you're a committed, disciplined DIYer, then we'll support you while you do the work.
Anytime you decide you would like to offload some or all of the day-to-day to us, we're ready to pitch in. You can upgrade anytime. After all, continuing to get the outcomes you and your clients want is what matters.
Regular email or phone check-ins
Basic Q&A by email, phone, text
Custom checklists, how-to docs, workbooks, ebooks curated for your specific roadmap plans
Introductions to potential partners
Starting at $475/mo
The Builder
For those of you who want a more hands on partner, you'll appreciate the done-with-you approach.
Together, we'll decide who does what and when. Think of this as having another team member to free you for the work you do best.
Regular email or phone check-ins
Basic Q&A by email, phone, text
Custom checklists, how-to docs, workbooks, ebooks curated for your specific roadmap plans