Software rescue and inherited systems
Your software project failed, your vendor disappeared, or your system is falling apart. We stabilize it, document it, and rebuild what needs rebuilding.
The System Assessment gives you full findings and a recovery plan you keep, whether or not you hire us to do the work.
When a software project goes wrong
How did we end up here?
It happens more often than most business owners expect. An offshore team delivers code you can't access. A low-code platform hits its limits. A freelancer disappears mid-project. An internal build stalls without documentation. The result is the same: a system your business depends on is failing, and you need someone who can step in.
Our offshore project failed. Is any of it worth keeping?
Lower hourly rates looked attractive, but the hidden costs added up: communication gaps, code ownership disputes, poor security practices, and builds that don't match requirements. The assessment tells you what is salvageable and what needs to be rebuilt.
Our vendor disappeared. Can we get control back?
Your agency went dark, your freelancer stopped responding, or your vendor locked you out of your own code. We help you regain control of your software, secure your data, and set a clear path forward with full ownership.
We outgrew our low-code platform. Now what?
Your Bubble, Retool, or no-code platform worked for the prototype. Now you need real scale, custom integrations, or stronger security. We bridge the gap from low-code to production-ready software.
A security audit found problems. Where do we start?
A security audit revealed vulnerabilities. A client raised concerns about data protection. A regulatory requirement exposed gaps. We stabilize insecure systems and put in the controls your business needs to operate safely.
Our only developer left, and nobody understands the system.
Tribal knowledge walked out the door, and now business-critical software is a black box. We document it and stabilize it so the business stops depending on one person.
How the rescue works
What happens first?
We stabilize first, then plan the path forward, and we're honest about what is salvageable and what needs to be rebuilt.
- Triage and assessment. We evaluate the architecture, codebase, infrastructure, and security posture. You get an honest read on what's working, what's broken, and what's at risk.
- Stabilize and secure. We deal with the most urgent threats first: security vulnerabilities, performance failures, data exposure, and business continuity gaps.
- Document and plan. We map what exists, document the current state, and write a roadmap for recovery. You see every option, timeline, and trade-off before any rebuilding begins.
- Rebuild and improve. With the plan in hand, we rebuild or replace the components that need it, based on how your business actually works.
Will you just tell us to rebuild everything?
No. You'll know exactly what we find, what it costs, and what your options are. If the best answer isn't custom development, we'll tell you that.
Who owns the code when you're done?
You do. Your code, your documentation, your infrastructure. No lock-in and no hidden dependencies.
Stop the bleeding. Start the recovery.
If your software is failing, your vendor has disappeared, or your system is holding your business back, we can help. A System Assessment gives you an honest evaluation of where things stand and a clear path forward. You keep the findings and the plan, whether or not you hire us to do the work.