Transparent Pricing

Flexible pricing models designed to fit your project needs and budget. Whether you need a one-time consultation or ongoing partnership, we've got you covered.

Simple, Fair, Transparent

No hidden fees. No surprises. Just honest pricing based on the complexity of your project and the value we deliver.

Standard Hourly Rates

Consultation & Advisory

$225/hr

Architecture reviews, technical consulting, strategic planning, and expert guidance.

  • AWS architecture design and review
  • Technical strategy sessions
  • Performance optimization planning
  • Security audits and recommendations
  • Migration planning and assessment

Implementation & Development

$225/hr

Hands-on development, infrastructure deployment, API design, and technical implementation.

  • Infrastructure as Code development
  • API design and implementation
  • Database design and optimization
  • Application development
  • DevOps pipeline setup

Save with Retainers & Volume Discounts

Why Such Steep Discounts?

Let's be honest: ramp-up time, context switching, and scheduling uncertainty are tough when projects are small and sporadic. Our standard hourly rate reflects that overhead. When you commit to guaranteed hours, it eliminates the unknowns—we can plan better, work more efficiently, and stay focused on your project.

We pass those savings directly to you.

10-20%

Monthly Retainer

Commit to 10+ hours per month and save on your hourly rate.

15-30%

Larger Projects

Projects over 100 hours receive volume discounts based on scope.

20-40%

Ongoing Partnership

Long-term maintenance and development retainers offer the best rates.

Looking for ongoing support? Check out our specialized retainer packages for Platform Maintenance and Development Services.

Fixed-Price Projects

Prefer a fixed price? We offer project-based pricing for well-defined scopes.

✅ What Works Well

  • Architecture assessments
  • Migration projects with clear scope
  • Specific feature implementations
  • Infrastructure audits
  • Performance optimization projects

💡 How It Works

  1. Discovery call to understand your needs
  2. Detailed scope and requirements document
  3. Fixed-price proposal with milestones
  4. Execute with regular updates
  5. Final delivery and knowledge transfer

What's Always Included

📧

Communication

Email and chat support included

📄

Documentation

Clear docs for everything we build

🎓

Knowledge Transfer

We'll teach you how it works

Best Practices

Production-ready, scalable solutions

Factors That Affect Pricing

Project Complexity

Simple configurations receive lower rates than complex, multi-region architectures with advanced features.

Infrastructure Size

Larger infrastructures with more services, environments, and components require more management time.

Technical Debt

Legacy systems or poorly documented infrastructure require additional discovery and refactoring time.

Timeline Requirements

Rush projects or tight deadlines may require premium rates to prioritize and deliver quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the initial consultation free?

Yes! We don't charge for the initial discovery call to discuss your project, understand your needs, and determine if we're a good fit. However, once we begin any meaningful work or assessment, we'll need a contract or purchase order in place before starting.

Do you have a minimum project size?

For consultations and advisory work, there's no minimum—we're happy to help with focused sessions. For implementation projects, we typically have a 20-hour minimum to ensure we can deliver meaningful value. Retainer packages start at 10 hours per month.

How do you bill for work?

We bill in 15-minute increments and provide detailed time tracking. For retainers, we bill monthly in advance. For project work, we typically bill at project milestones or monthly, whichever comes first.

Can I cancel or adjust my retainer?

Yes! We require 30 days notice to cancel or adjust retainer packages. We want long-term partnerships, not locked-in contracts.

Do unused retainer hours roll over?

Yes! Rollover policies vary by tier (1-3 months depending on your package), giving you flexibility in how you use your hours.

What if my project scope changes?

We're flexible! For fixed-price projects, we'll discuss scope changes and adjust accordingly. For hourly work, you have full control over priorities and can adjust as you go.

Ready to Get Started?

Let's discuss your project and find the pricing model that works best for your needs and budget. We'll provide a detailed proposal with transparent pricing and clear deliverables.

Contact us for a free consultation and custom quote.

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