Most internal systems do not fail because of poor implementation. They fail because critical architectural decisions were never made explicitly.
Over time, this leads to:
- growing complexity without clear ownership
- increasing effort for every change
- fragile structures that nobody fully understands anymore
- rising costs that are hard to explain or control
An Architecture Review creates clarity before these effects become irreversible.
What the Review Is (and Is Not)
The Architecture Review is:
- a structured evaluation of an existing or planned system
- a basis for informed technical and organizational decisions
- independent of implementation or vendor lock-in
The Architecture Review is not:
- a feasibility study
- a feature specification
- a sales pitch for a predefined solution
Its purpose is decision-making, not justification.
What We Review
Depending on your situation, the review may cover:
- overall system structure and responsibilities
- separation of UI, domain logic, and infrastructure
- complexity drivers in admin, control, and reporting interfaces
- data flows, integration points, and operational boundaries
- long-term maintainability and evolution scenarios
- organizational constraints and team setup
The focus is always on structure, responsibility, and longevity.
How the Review Works
1. Preparation
We collect relevant context such as:
- architectural sketches or documentation
- screenshots or recordings of existing systems
- selected code excerpts (if available)
- goals, constraints, and known pain points
2. Review Sessions
We conduct one or two structured sessions with relevant stakeholders (IT, product, operations… depending on the context).
These sessions focus on understanding decisions, not inspecting details.
3. Evaluation & Recommendation
Based on the collected input, we provide:
- a written architectural assessment
- identified risks and structural issues
- clear recommendations and alternatives
- a suggested next step (or a conscious no-go)
What You Receive
At the end of the review, you will have:
- clarity about the current or proposed architecture
- a shared understanding across stakeholders
- a concrete basis for further decisions
- guidance on whether and how to proceed
The outcome is suitable for internal alignment, management decisions, or further planning.
When a Review Makes Sense
An Architecture Review is especially valuable when:
- an internal system is about to be built or replaced
- an existing solution has become difficult to extend
- reporting or administrative complexity is growing
- multiple teams or vendors are involved
- long-term operation and ownership matter
Engagement & Fee
The Architecture Review is offered as a fixed-price engagement.
Fee: €4,500 (excl. VAT)
If an Implementation Sprint follows, the review fee is fully credited.
What Happens After the Review
Based on the outcome, possible next steps include:
- internal implementation using the review results
- a structured Implementation Sprint
- architectural guidance during further development
- or no further action, if the current approach is deemed sufficient
There is no obligation to proceed beyond the review.
Decisions that last
Good architecture decisions are rarely visible in the short term. But they define cost, speed, and control for years.
An Architecture Review ensures these decisions are made consciously.