Independent technology advice
Independent CTO advice.
Clear technology decisions.
For founders leading B2B software businesses.
Work directly with James Sperring before a CTO hire, rewrite, delivery reset or major technology commitment. Start with an independent review and a practical plan your leadership and team can carry forward.
Start with a Tech Value & Risk Scan
Tech Value & Risk Scan
An independent CTO review over 10 working days. A review of decisions spanning product, engineering, platform and leadership. Leave with clear options, prioritised risks and a practical 90-day plan.
From £9,500 + VAT · 10 working days
Delivery Constraint Audit
A focused review of software delivery. A narrower review for slow releases, slipping roadmaps and unclear ownership. Understand the constraints and give your team a practical plan to improve flow.
From £7,500 + VAT · 2–3 weeks
CTO Decision Support
90 days of follow-on technology advice. Optional advice after a review: challenge platform, hiring and vendor choices, assess progress and keep risks visible while your team carries out the work.
£7,500–£8,500 / month + VAT · 3-month minimum
Experienced advice, focused on your business.
Work directly with James to understand the evidence, weigh the trade-offs and agree clear next steps. Typically for B2B software companies with 8–40 engineers or established technical partners.UK-based and remote-first. I work with clients where we can agree practical time-zone overlap, including previous engagements with US teams.
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