How much does a tech stack audit cost?

A tech stack audit typically takes 1-2 weeks and includes a comprehensive analysis of your entire technology landscape. Costs depend on the size and complexity of your IT infrastructure. After a free initial consultation, we provide a transparent fixed-price quote so you know exactly what to expect. The investment often pays for itself quickly through identified optimization opportunities.

IT Consulting Vienna

Professional IT Consulting & Technology Consulting from Vienna

Q: Do I need IT consulting for my small company?

Absolutely. Especially small and medium-sized businesses benefit from external IT expertise. You get professional support without hiring expensive full-time experts. We help you avoid costly mistakes, choose the right technologies, and scale efficiently. Often a one-time audit is enough to save thousands in the long run.

Q: What is 'CTO as a Service' and who needs it?

CTO as a Service (CTOaaS) provides you with an external Chief Technology Officer on a monthly retainer basis. Ideal for startups and SMEs that need strategic tech leadership but can't afford or don't yet need a full-time CTO. You get experience, strategic guidance, tech leadership, and network – flexibly and cost-efficiently.

Q: How long does an IT consulting project take?

Depends on the scope. A Tech Stack Audit takes 1-2 weeks, a cloud migration strategy 2-4 weeks, an ongoing CTO as a Service project is long-term (3-12+ months). We offer flexible models – from one-time analysis to continuous support. In the initial meeting, we define the exact scope and timeframe together.

Q: Can you help with cloud migration?

Yes. We support the entire cloud migration: strategy development, cost-benefit analysis, provider selection (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), migration planning, security and compliance, implementation support, post-migration optimization. Whether lift-and-shift or cloud-native refactoring – we find the right approach for you.

Q: What are the costs for CTO as a Service?

CTO as a Service is a cost-effective alternative to hiring a full-time CTO. Instead of an annual salary of €100,000+, you only pay for the expertise you actually need – on a monthly retainer basis. Costs vary depending on the scope of support, complexity of your tech infrastructure, and specific requirements. Contact us for a customized quote that fits your budget and goals.

Strategic technology consulting for sustainable success. From digital transformation and tech stack audits to cloud strategy and CTO as a Service – we help you make the right technology decisions.

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What is professional IT consulting?

IT consulting is more than just technical advice. It's the strategic partnership between business and technology. At 1.wien, we help you align your IT infrastructure, processes, and strategies with your business goals. Whether digital transformation, cloud migration, or external CTO – we think not just technically but strategically.

Our approach is pragmatic, vendor-neutral, and focused on sustainable success. We don't sell you products, we deliver solutions. Technology should serve your business, not the other way around. We help you make the right decisions – transparent, honest, and with your best interests in mind.

Strategic Thinking

Technology aligned with your business goals

Vendor-Neutral

100% independent advice without sales interests

Pragmatic & Actionable

Concrete recommendations you can implement immediately

Our IT Consulting Services

Comprehensive technology consulting from a single source

Digital Transformation

Strategic guidance for your digital transformation journey. Process analysis, change management, technology roadmaps, agile transformation. We help you modernize your business for the digital age – without losing sight of your employees.

Tech Stack Audit

Comprehensive analysis of your technology landscape. We review all technologies in use, identify technical debt, security risks, and cost optimization potential. You receive a prioritized action plan with concrete recommendations and ROI estimates.

Cloud Strategy & Migration

Strategic cloud migration planning and execution. Multi-cloud vs. single-cloud, cost-benefit analysis, provider selection (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), security and compliance, migration roadmap. We help you make the right cloud decisions.

Software Architecture Consulting

Architecture design and review for scalable systems. Microservices vs. monolith, API design, database architecture, scalability and performance, architecture documentation. We help you build solid foundations for growth.

IT Security Audit

Security and compliance analysis for your infrastructure. Vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, GDPR compliance, security best practices, incident response planning. We help you minimize risks and meet compliance requirements.

DevOps & CI/CD Optimization

Development process optimization for faster, more reliable deployments. CI/CD pipeline setup, infrastructure as code, monitoring and logging, automation, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). We help you accelerate and improve development cycles.

CTO as a Service

External CTO expertise for your company on a monthly retainer basis. Strategic tech leadership, team leadership and mentoring, technology decisions and roadmaps, investor presentations, technical due diligence. Ideal for startups and SMEs that can't afford or don't yet need a full-time CTO.

Performance Optimization

System performance analysis and optimization. Load testing, bottleneck identification, database optimization, caching strategies, CDN setup. We make your systems faster, more efficient, and more cost-effective – measurably.

The Full Consulting Process

Structured, transparent, and results-oriented

Discovery & Analysis

We begin with a comprehensive analysis of your current situation. Technology landscape, business goals, pain points, opportunities. Where are you now? Where do you want to go? What are the biggest challenges?

Strategic Recommendations

Based on the analysis, we develop concrete, prioritized recommendations. Technology decisions, architecture adjustments, process improvements. Each recommendation with clear rationale, effort estimate, and expected ROI.

Roadmap Development

We create a realistic, phased roadmap for implementation. Quick wins for immediate impact, mid-term improvements, long-term strategic initiatives. Clear milestones, resource planning, dependencies.

Implementation Support

We support you during implementation – either as advisors or hands-on. Technical architecture, code reviews, team mentoring, process optimization. We ensure recommendations are implemented correctly.

Continuous Optimization

Technology and business are constantly evolving. We monitor progress, measure success, make adjustments as needed. Regular reviews, KPI tracking, continuous improvement. IT consulting as an ongoing partnership, not a one-time project.

Flexible Consulting Packages

Customized solutions for every need and budget

Tech Stack Audit – Package

1-2 weeks

Comprehensive Analysis

Complete technology landscape analysis
Security and compliance review
Performance and scalability assessment
Cost optimization opportunities
Technical debt identification
Prioritized action plan with ROI estimates
Detailed report & presentation

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Project Consulting

Flexible duration

Tailored Solutions

All audit services
Strategic consulting & roadmap development
Architecture design & review
Implementation support
Team mentoring & training
Technology selection & vendor evaluation
Regular progress reports

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CTO as a Service – Ongoing

Monthly retainer

Strategic Leadership

All project services
Strategic tech leadership
Technology roadmap & vision
Team leadership & mentoring
Investor presentations & due diligence
Vendor management & negotiations
Dedicated availability & on-call support

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Transparent Pricing: Every project is unique. Prices vary depending on scope, complexity, and duration. Contact us for a customized quote. We offer flexible payment models for startups, SMEs, and enterprise customers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about IT consulting

An IT consultant analyzes your technical infrastructure, processes, and business goals to develop tailored technology solutions. We help you with technology selection, architecture design, process optimization, security analysis, and strategic planning. Our goal: align your IT with your business goals.

Absolutely. Especially small and medium-sized businesses benefit from external IT expertise. You get professional support without hiring expensive full-time experts. We help you avoid costly mistakes, choose the right technologies, and scale efficiently. Often a one-time audit is enough to save thousands in the long run.

CTO as a Service (CTOaaS) provides you with an external Chief Technology Officer on a monthly retainer basis. Ideal for startups and SMEs that need strategic tech leadership but can't afford or don't yet need a full-time CTO. You get experience, strategic guidance, tech leadership, and network – flexibly and cost-efficiently.

Depends on the scope. A Tech Stack Audit takes 1-2 weeks, a cloud migration strategy 2-4 weeks, an ongoing CTO as a Service project is long-term (3-12+ months). We offer flexible models – from one-time analysis to continuous support. In the initial meeting, we define the exact scope and timeframe together.

A Tech Stack Audit is a comprehensive analysis of your technology landscape. We review: technologies in use, architecture and scalability, security and compliance, performance bottlenecks, technical debt, costs and licenses, development processes. You receive a detailed report with prioritized recommendations and concrete action plan.

Yes. We support the entire cloud migration: strategy development, cost-benefit analysis, provider selection (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), migration planning, security and compliance, implementation support, post-migration optimization. Whether lift-and-shift or cloud-native refactoring – we find the right approach for you.

IT consulting costs in Vienna vary significantly depending on project scope, complexity, and duration. We offer flexible pricing models: fixed prices for defined projects, daily rates, or monthly retainers. Every project is unique – that's why we create customized quotes tailored exactly to your requirements. Contact us for a free, no-obligation initial consultation and personalized quote.

A tech stack audit typically takes 1-2 weeks and includes a comprehensive analysis of your entire technology landscape. Costs depend on the size and complexity of your IT infrastructure – a small startup has different needs than an established company with legacy systems. After a free initial consultation, we provide a transparent fixed-price quote so you know exactly what to expect. The investment often pays for itself quickly through identified optimization opportunities.

CTO as a Service is a cost-effective alternative to hiring a full-time CTO. Instead of an annual salary of €100,000+, you only pay for the expertise you actually need – on a monthly retainer basis. Costs vary depending on the scope of support (part-time or full-time), complexity of your tech infrastructure, and specific requirements. We offer flexible packages from a few days per month to comprehensive CTO support. Contact us for a customized quote that fits your budget and goals.

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