Technology advisory

Independent Technology Advisory

Technology Decisions Without Vendor Bias.

Independent advisory for mid-market companies with MSPs but lacking internal expertise to guide decisions independently.
With 68%[1] of CIOs worried about vendor lock-in, truly independent advice ensures recommendations serve YOUR business-not commission checks.

15+ Years
MSP industry experience
$20M+
Projects delivered
100%
Independent advice
MBA
Distinction qualified
Tech + Business
Dual expertise

Independent technology guidance from MSP industry insiders-your advocate in vendor relationships.

Most vCIO providers focus on organisations without any IT providers. Behind the SLA specialises in technology strategy for mid-market companies that DO have MSPs but lack internal expertise to guide strategic decisions independently of their service provider's financial interests. With 68%[1] of CIOs worried about vendor lock-in and 41%[2] of MSPs struggling with customer acquisition creating revenue pressure, truly independent advisory ensures recommendations serve YOUR business outcomes-not commission checks.

Conflict-Free Advisory

Objective recommendations driven by your business needs, free from service delivery conflicts.

Accelerated Decisions

Cut through the noise with clear, actionable technology guidance tailored to your goals.

Cost Optimisation

Identify redundancies and optimise your technology spend with strategic consolidation.

Expert Guidance

20+ years of experience across industries, bringing best practices to your decisions.

Comprehensive technology guidance.

From cloud strategy to security architecture, we provide expert advisory across all technology domains.

Cloud Strategy

  • Multi-cloud architecture design
  • Cloud migration planning
  • Cost optimisation strategies
  • Hybrid cloud integration

Security Architecture

  • Zero Trust implementation
  • Security tool selection
  • Compliance framework design
  • Risk assessment

Infrastructure Planning

  • Network architecture review
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • Capacity planning
  • Technology refresh cycles

Digital Transformation

  • Automation opportunities
  • AI/ML readiness assessment
  • Process digitisation
  • Innovation roadmapping

Proven technology expertise.

Representative engagements from 15+ years leading technology solutions across Government, Enterprise, and Not-for-Profit sectors.

Global Manufacturing Company

Manufacturing & Distribution

Multi-National Network Transformation

Designed and delivered $4.5M enterprise data network, SD-WAN, LAN and wireless solution across 108 sites spanning Australia, New Zealand and international locations, including multiple data centres and cloud environments supporting 9,500 users.

SD-WANData NetworksWireless InfrastructureMulti-Cloud IntegrationGlobal Deployment

Major Educational Institution

Education (Government)

Campus Network Infrastructure Refresh

Won and delivered $4.3M public tender for comprehensive network infrastructure modernisation. Led end-to-end solution design, competitive tender response, and full implementation for large-scale government educational institution.

Network InfrastructureCampus NetworkingPublic Tender DeliveryEducational TechnologyInfrastructure Refresh

Healthcare & Emergency Services Organisation

Not-for-Profit Healthcare

Infrastructure Hybrid-Cloud Transformation

Designed and delivered comprehensive infrastructure refresh including server, storage, network, security and managed services for state-wide healthcare organisation supporting 1,000 staff and volunteers.

Hybrid CloudInfrastructure DesignSecurity ArchitectureManaged ServicesDisaster Recovery

Government Sports & Recreation Agency

Government

Full Infrastructure Modernisation

Won $650K managed services tender and delivered complete infrastructure refresh including server, storage, network, security and ongoing managed services supporting 300 staff and volunteers across multiple facilities.

Infrastructure ModernisationGovernment SectorManaged ServicesNetwork SecurityOngoing Support

Additional technology transformations delivered across healthcare, energy infrastructure, telecommunications, mental health services, aviation, and enterprise logistics sectors.

Advisory packages.

Flexible engagement models to match your needs.

Advisory Sprint

$12,000

2 weeks

  • Single technology domain
  • Discovery session
  • Written recommendations
  • Vendor shortlist
  • 30-day support
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Strategic Advisory

$30,000

6-8 weeks

  • Multiple domains
  • Stakeholder interviews
  • Solution architecture
  • Vendor evaluation
  • Implementation roadmap
  • 90-day support
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Enterprise Advisory

Custom

Ongoing

  • Unlimited domains
  • Quarterly reviews
  • Board presentations
  • M&A due diligence
  • Vendor management
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Research Sources

All statistics and research findings on this page are supported by authoritative sources. Behind the SLA is committed to evidence-based advisory and transparent methodology.

  1. [1]
    Industry Survey on Vendor Lock-In Concerns. 68% of CIOs worry about vendor lock-in, particularly related to public cloud
  2. [2]
    Channel Futures. (2024). MSP Success Survey Q3 2024. Survey of 114 MSPs. 41% of MSPs struggle with adding new customers, with 56% identifying lead generation as most important resource needed from vendorsView Source

Methodology Note: Behind the SLA conducts independent research validation for all published statistics. Where proprietary research is cited, it is based on aggregated, anonymised data from client engagements spanning 15+ years of MSP industry experience. All external research sources are from peer-reviewed publications, recognised industry analysts (Gartner, Forrester, IDC), reputable market research firms, or Australian government bodies.