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Consulting Models: Retainer vs Project vs Workshop
There is no single correct pricing model. When each engagement type fits — and the risks to watch.
Consulting Models
Advisory Retainer
Best when you have engineers but need senior architecture and ongoing review. Lower risk, steady cadence.
Project Delivery
Best for new products or rewrites needing end-to-end ownership. Scope milestones and acceptance criteria matter.
Workshop
Best for AI alignment, architecture workshops, skill building. Deliver action items, not one-way training.