How It Works
Working together shouldn't be complicated.
Whether you're a business with an existing dev team, a founder who needs a website that converts, a creative needing a custom build, or someone just trying to figure out what you need, Digital Lotus can help.
Engagement structures
Every project is different. Pick the structure that fits your situation, or reach out and we'll build a plan together.
Fractional Tech Leadership
Your team is growing and needs senior-level technical direction but not a full-time hire. Digital Lotus steps in as your fractional tech leadership: reviewing code, setting standards, mentoring your developers, and making sure the architecture makes sense.
- Regular sessions with your team
- Code review, architecture decisions, and technical planning
- Mentoring junior developers
- Process and workflow improvements along with documentation
- Flexible engagement based on team size and needs
Flat-Fee Project
You have a clear goal, whether it's a new site, a redesign, or a custom build. We scope it together, agree on a flat price, and deliver.
- Starts with a discovery call to understand your needs
- Custom written proposal with scope, deliverables, and timeline
- Flat project price quoted upfront
- Revisions and feedback rounds included in scope
- Final handoff with documentation
Monthly Retainer
You need a dependable senior developer in your corner every month for updates, new features, troubleshooting, or just keeping things running.
- Set number of hours reserved for you each month
- Priority response and turnaround
- Covers maintenance, content updates, performance monitoring, and small feature work
- Month-to-month with a minimum commitment period
- Monthly summary of work completed
A supported rate for artists
Each quarter, one project slot goes to a working artist, musician, or maker at a supported rate. Portfolio or storefront, same discovery, same build quality.
Artists made me want to build for the web in the first place. The supported slot keeps that door open.
- One supported-rate project per quarter
- Self-identified: if your work is your art, you qualify — no application, no proof
- Scoped together like every other project, with the supported rate quoted upfront
The Process
A free 30-minute call to understand your needs, your current situation, and whether we're a good fit. No pitch, no pressure.
You'll get a written proposal outlining the scope, deliverables, timeline, and price. Everything is agreed in writing before any work starts.
Work begins. You'll have a clear point of contact, regular updates, and the ability to give feedback throughout. For retainers and fractional engagements, we establish a rhythm that works for you and your team.
Delivery includes proper documentation and a walkthrough, so you and your team can run with it.
