Not every organization is ready for a full three-phase engagement. We offer two paths depending on your risk posture, budget, and timeline.
Standard program
The full three-phase engagement: Capability Discovery, Capability Pilot, and Controlled Cutover Program.
Best for: Organizations that have already identified system dependency as a strategic risk and have executive sponsorship to act.
Timeline: 2-3 weeks (discovery) + 4-8 weeks (pilot) + roadmap-led (cutover program)
What you get: End-to-end governance from risk mapping through production cutover, with evidence gates at every phase transition.
How it starts: Begin with Capability Discovery
Lighter baseline start
A short execution baseline to map one workflow, clarify boundaries, and reduce fragility — without replacing core systems or committing to a full program.
Best for: Teams that need to build internal confidence before proposing a larger engagement. Also useful when budget is constrained or when the organization needs a concrete artifact before allocating program funding.
Timeline: 2-3 weeks
What you get: A capability control map and stabilization plan for one workflow. Clear enough to present to leadership as a case for further action — or to use standalone as an operational improvement.
How it starts: Start with discovery
When to pick each path
| Consideration | Standard program | Lighter baseline | |--------------|-----------------|-----------------| | Executive sponsorship | In place | Not yet secured | | Budget | Program-level | Project-level | | Risk tolerance | Ready to pilot | Need proof first | | Desired outcome | Production cutover | Decision-ready artifact | | Timeline pressure | Immediate | Exploratory |
Both paths use the same method, the same governance controls, and the same evidence standards. The lighter baseline is a subset of Phase 1 — if you choose to continue, nothing is repeated.