How We Work | Stratos Apex

Architecture Review

2-4 weeks

Focused system assessment with prioritized recommendations and clear next steps for infrastructure modernization or reliability improvements.

What's Included:

→ Current state assessment (architecture, ops, security)

→ Risk analysis and failure mode identification

→ Prioritized recommendations with effort estimates

→ Written report and technical walkthrough

Best for: Teams evaluating their current infrastructure and looking for an outside perspective on technical priorities.

Modernization Planning

4-8 weeks

Migration sequencing, cutover strategy, validation plans, and operational readiness for complex cloud or database modernization efforts.

What's Included:

→ Detailed migration plan with phases and dependencies

→ Cutover runbooks and rollback procedures

→ Validation strategy and success criteria

→ Operational readiness checklists

→ Team collaboration and knowledge transfer

Best for: Organizations planning significant infrastructure changes (cloud migration, database upgrades, platform rebuilds).

Advisory Engagement

Ongoing (monthly retainer)

Ongoing senior-level guidance through critical infrastructure decisions, architecture design, and production reliability improvements.

What's Included:

→ Regular touchpoints (bi-weekly or weekly)

→ Architecture review and design collaboration

→ Technical decision support and risk assessment

→ On-demand guidance for incidents or escalations

→ Engineering team mentorship and best practices

Best for: CTOs and engineering leaders who need a trusted senior advisor for sustained infrastructure and reliability work.

Technical Due Diligence

2-3 weeks

Structured system evaluation for investment or acquisition scenarios—assessing technical risk, scalability, and operational maturity.

What's Included:

→ Infrastructure and architecture assessment

→ Scalability and performance evaluation

→ Security posture and compliance review

→ Operational maturity and reliability assessment

→ Technical risk summary and remediation roadmap

Best for: Investors, PE firms, and acquirers needing independent infrastructure evaluation before closing.

Our Process

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Discovery Call

We start with a conversation to understand your challenges, constraints, and goals.

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Scoping & Proposal

Clear scope definition, deliverables, timeline, and engagement structure.

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Deep Dive

System review, architecture analysis, team interviews, and documentation review.

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Synthesis & Delivery

Written deliverables, technical walkthroughs, and actionable next steps.

Ready to get started?

Let's discuss your infrastructure challenges and determine the right engagement model for your organization.