Technical Advisory
Engineering judgment applied to the decisions that matter. 84EM advises businesses and their teams on software architecture, web platform decisions, and AI adoption, so you build the right thing, pick the right partner, and avoid the mistakes that compound.
> SCANNING_REQUIREMENTS... [84EM_ADVISORY]
> ARCHITECTURE_REVIEW: AVAILABLE
> AI_ADOPTION: GUIDED
> PROPOSAL_REVIEW: EVALUATED
> DECISION_SUPPORT: READY
Why 84EM
31 years of engineering experience
Applied to your decisions, not just your code.
Principal-level judgment
No junior analysts, no offshore reviewers, no frameworks applied blindly.
Software, web, and AI depth
Specific expertise, not generic technology advice.
Direct engagement
You work with the engineer, not a consultant who relays to a team.
When You Need an Engineer's Judgment Before You Commit
Evaluating a vendor proposal
Unsure if the approach is sound, the scope is realistic, or the price reflects the work.
Planning AI adoption
Your team wants to use AI tools, and you need to do it safely, effectively, and without creating new problems.
Architecture decisions with long-term consequences
Platform choices, integration patterns, or migration paths where getting it wrong is expensive.
Second opinion on a technical plan
A proposal, codebase, or build is on the table and you want a senior voice before committing.
What Advisory Engagements Look Like
Architecture Reviews
Assessment of platform, stack, and integration decisions against your requirements.
AI Adoption Strategy
Guidance on tools, workflows, and team enablement for responsible AI use.
Proposal and RFP Review
Second opinions on proposals, RFP responses, and technical evaluations before you commit.
Codebase Review
Technical assessment for acquisition, investment, or handoff decisions.
Team Enablement
Training and guidance for your engineering team on specific tools or practices.
Ongoing Advisory
Retainer-based access for recurring technical questions and decision support.
How We Work
Scope the Question
Direct conversation about what you're deciding, what's at stake, and what you need from the engagement.
Engage
Review the materials, codebase, proposal, or environment. Ask the questions a senior engineer would ask.
Deliver
Written findings, recommendations, and, when appropriate, a plan. Concrete recommendations, not slide decks.
Follow Through
Available for follow-up questions, implementation support, or ongoing advisory as the work proceeds.
Read more testimonialsHe communicates technical recommendations clearly and accessibly, making them easy to understand for those without a technical background. Beyond his skill and knowledge, Andrew has been a valuable mentor to our internal development team, always collaborative, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality results.
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