A fractional engineering department, on demand
Gain a full engineering team without the overhead of recruitment, salaries, benefits and management. One predictable monthly fee, a dedicated senior team, and consistent access to engineering talent.
Not project work — a partnership
Unlike traditional agencies or freelance contractors, we become a true extension of your team, invested in your long-term success. The monthly retainer model means predictable costs, no surprise bills, and consistent access to engineering talent.
- Dedicated engineering team that deeply understands your systems and goals.
- Predictable monthly cost — no surprise bills, budget with confidence.
- Rapid delivery from engineers who already know your codebase.
Think of it as having a fractional engineering department — on demand, without the overhead of recruitment, salaries, benefits and management. We host, monitor and maintain everything we build, and keep evolving it every month based on real usage and your feedback.
Design my retainer planHow the model works
A partner, not a project quote
Discovery
We learn your business, map the workflow and agree the outcomes that matter — before a line of code.
Build & Ship
Senior engineers deliver in focused sprints, with working software in your hands every cycle.
Run & Evolve
We host, monitor and maintain it — uptime, backups and fixes are ours — and add new features every month.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about working with Tech Retainer
What is the Tech Retainer Model?
Instead of quoting per project, we become your ongoing engineering team for a fixed monthly fee — building, shipping, hosting and maintaining your software, and evolving it every month.
How much does a retainer cost?
It depends on scope and the outcomes you need. Book a free consultation and we'll design a plan that fits your budget — a predictable monthly figure, not surprise bills.
Can I cancel or pause my retainer?
Yes. The model is built to be flexible — scale up during a big push or pause between initiatives. We agree clear terms up front so there are never surprises.
Can I buy a ready-made product instead?
Yes — our Poultry, Water and Payroll platforms are live today on VisibilityCore; create an account and start immediately. The retainer is for custom work and ongoing support.
Ready to partner with Tech Retainer?
Let's discuss your technology needs and design a retainer plan that fits your goals and budget.