A focused review
A defined question and a written result: a systems assessment, findings review or comparison of technology options.
You should know what you are buying, what your team needs to contribute and who is responsible for the work. We settle those points before starting.

We discuss what is happening, which systems or people are affected, the deadline and what a useful result would look like.
The proposal sets out scope, deliverables, assumptions, required access, responsibilities, price and schedule. Any implementation or ongoing support is described explicitly.
We review information, speak to the relevant people and carry out the agreed investigation or changes. If new work is needed, we discuss the scope before adding it.
We explain the result, record what was completed and identify anything that still needs a decision. Where changes are included, the agreed checks and responsibilities are documented.
A security report lists several issues affecting the same unsupported server.
Check which applications depend on it and whether a supported upgrade is available.
Assign the upgrade, arrange downtime and prepare a recovery option.
Test the applications and ask the testing provider to verify the relevant findings.
A defined question and a written result: a systems assessment, findings review or comparison of technology options.
Implementation or coordination of agreed work, with access, maintenance windows, recovery arrangements and checks defined.
A regular role supporting decisions and delivery. Availability, responsibilities and communication are agreed in advance.
Tell us what is happening, what it affects and when you need help. We’ll discuss whether we can help and what a useful first piece of work would be.