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Frequently Asked.
Q. Why the name "Recursive"
The name reflects our philosophy of continuous refinement. We believe that by solving for the core “unit” of a problem and repeating that precision across the whole, we create systems that are inherently scalable and resilient.
Q. Who is the ideal partner for Recursive?
We serve leaders managing high-stakes digital transformations (£2m – £30m) who are frustrated by the gap between strategy and delivery. If you value technical truth over “governance theatre,” we are aligned.
Q. How does "Outcome-Based" pricing work?
We put our skin in the game. By weighting the majority of our fees toward your production go-live, we ensure our incentives are perfectly aligned with your success. We succeed only when you deliver.
Q. Are you a recruitment agency or a consultancy?
Neither. We are a technical delivery partner. We don’t just “provide bodies”; we provide the technical leadership and architectural stewardship required to steer a project to completion.
Q. Why the focus on "No Waffle"?
In our experience, complexity is often a mask for a lack of clarity. By stripping away the waffle, we reveal the technical truth. This allows for faster decision-making and significantly reduces the “translation tax” that drains budgets.
Q. How do you achieve 8–12 week production cycles?
By practicing “Small Circles.” We isolate a specific, high-value domain and deploy a focused team to build it with precision. Momentum is the best form of risk management; shipping early and often prevents “Big Bang” failures.
Q. Does "No Waffle" mean you don't produce documentation?
Quite the opposite. We produce high-fidelity documentation that actually matters: architectural blueprints, clear API specs, and requirement models. We replace 100-page slide decks with technical artifacts that teams can actually build from.
Q. What is "Conceptual Integrity," and why does it matter?
Conceptual Integrity is the “Zen” of a system. It means the entire solution follows a single, coherent mental model. When one architect owns this vision from C-suite to code, the system remains resilient and easy to maintain.
Q. How do you use DORA metrics and the CHAOS reports?
We don’t guess; we apply science. We use these industry benchmarks to measure delivery performance and identify bottlenecks. This evidence-based approach ensures your project is a success story, not a statistic.
Q. How do you handle "Scope Creep"?
Scope creep is usually a symptom of a weak architectural foundation. By establishing a robust “North Star” early on, we can evaluate every new request against the core vision, ensuring we only build what adds true value.
Q. Will you replace our existing CTO or internal leadership?
No. We act as a “Force Multiplier.” We provide the specialized technical stewardship that allows your leadership to focus on broader strategy, while we ensure the engineering reality stays on track.
Q. How do you manage underperforming vendors?
We speak their language. By providing vendors with precise technical requirements rather than vague business goals, we eliminate their “room to roam.” We hold them accountable to your architectural roadmap, not theirs.
Q. What happens to our team after you leave?
Our goal is “Empowered Independence.” We don’t create dependency; we leave behind a documented, high-integrity system and a team that understands the “why” behind the architecture.
Q. Can you "rescue" a project that is already failing?
Yes. We start by performing a “Technical Audit” to find the root cause of the friction. By removing the “Governance Theatre” and re-establishing conceptual integrity, we can often pivot a failing project back to a delivery path.
Q. How do you maintain calm in high-pressure environments?
Clarity is the parent of calm. Most project stress comes from ambiguity and hidden risks. By maintaining “Technical Truth” at all times, we remove the fear of the unknown, allowing the team to focus on systematic progress.
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