External Technology Department
SWI PARTNER
Your External Technology Department
SWI becomes an extension of your organization — providing engineering capacity, technical leadership, software development, and ongoing technology support for the long term.
Starting Price
From US$14,000 / month
Pricing per team scale and partnership scope.
Scope
- A 4–10+ person team as your external technology department
- Technical leadership and architecture
- Roadmap ownership and end-to-end delivery
- Accountable for your technology capability
Deliverables
- Multi-disciplinary team (engineering, DevOps, QA, design)
- Technical leadership as part of your team
- Quarterly roadmap review with executive sponsor
- Accountable for technology deliverables
A Good Fit If
- You need a standalone technology capability
- Your company is scaling and technology is an enabler
- You want a partner accountable for outcomes, not just output
Not a Fit If
- You only need additional engineering capacity (see SWI Talent / Team)
- One-off project with a fixed scope (see SWI Build)
How We Work
01
Strategic Alignment
Technology vision and long-term business goals.
02
Partnership Design
Team scale, governance, and commercial terms.
03
Build Phase
Team and processes stand up gradually.
04
Operate
Partnership runs with rhythm and accountable outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from SWI Team?
SWI Team is a 2–3 person unit focused on an area. SWI Partner is a 4–10+ person technology department with governance and accountable for overall technology capability.
Does SWI replace an internal CTO?
SWI can function as a CTO extension or work alongside your internal CTO. The structure is adapted to your needs.
What is the minimum partnership duration?
Minimum 6 months to ensure the team and processes run stably. Long-term partnerships are 12+ months.
Next Step
Discuss Your Needs with the SWI Team
Initial consultation is free. Tell us about your needs and we will recommend the most appropriate approach.