Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to all your questions on how to operationalize AI, the innovation analysis, rapid innovation, and software asset management.
AI + Rapid Innovation Services
Quandary helps companies rapidly innovate using low-risk, low-code tools. We work with executive teams to identify where new technology (like AI) can streamline operations, reduce costs, and drive growth.
We pinpoint low-risk opportunities (often buried in your existing workflows) where AI or automation can deliver outsized ROI.
Then, we deliver working solutions in short sprints—without disrupting teams or creating new tech debt.
It’s a benchmark that shows where your business stands on innovation compared to competitors.
We identify which systems, processes, or ideas are holding you back and where small changes could lead to major efficiency gains.
We start with analysis, build a roadmap, and deliver working solutions in 4–6 weeks. These aren’t theoretical strategies. They’re tested changes that impact your bottom line.
Most innovation fails when it’s overbuilt, misaligned with business goals, or handed off to teams who can’t maintain it.
We avoid all three. We validate fast, keep scope tight, and only recommend what delivers ROI.
No long timelines. No high-overhead software builds. No guesswork.
We start small, validate quickly with low-code applications, and move forward only if the data supports it. You stay in control at every stage.
No. We work directly with executives and operations leaders. If you have a tech team, we’ll coordinate. If not, we’ll run lean and ensure our build is maintainable.
Most impact comes from cutting down on manual work, speeding up reporting, and streamlining decision-making.
We don’t push AI where it won’t help. We look for quick wins with measurable savings. Areas that yield high results: HR, Invoicing, Sales, and Reporting.
Everything we build is designed for handoff and long-term use. No black-box solutions. No custom code unless it’s necessary.
We build with sustainability in mind. We also build documentation and walk your team through adoption.
Less than most firms spend on a failed project.
We offer fixed-scope sprints with defined outcomes (usually a fraction of what you’d spend on traditional consulting or development).
Clients typically save 20–30% on operational costs, eliminate redundant systems, and accelerate new initiatives.
We deliver business impact you can measure—not just dashboards and slide decks.
Quickbase Services
We’re a trusted Quickbase Partner with deep expertise in building, securing, and scaling custom applications. Whether you’re starting from scratch or fixing a legacy build, we can help.
We build, repair, and optimize Quickbase apps for operations-heavy teams.
This includes custom development, third-party integrations, audits of underperforming systems, and ongoing support to help clients scale with confidence.
No. We specialize in Quickbase but also work with tools like Workato, Pipefy, and TrackVia when they’re a better fit for the problem.
Our goal is to deliver impact—not push one tool.
Yes. Most clients come to us with apps that were rushed, overbuilt, or inherited. We audit your setup, identify what's slowing down your team, and fix the root issues.
Whether that’s rebuilding modules, untangling logic, or improving usability so your team can actually work faster, we can help.
Most Quickbase providers act like order takers: they build what you request. This can lead to more problems if you don’t understand the business logic behind the system.
We act like a strategic partner. We challenge assumptions, rework poor architecture, and ensure what we build holds up under growth and change.
We use tools like Workato to connect Quickbase with CRMs, ERPs, and other critical platforms.
Our focus is on secure, low-maintenance integrations that reduce manual work and improve visibility across teams.
Yes. Our security audits uncover role misconfigurations, access vulnerabilities, and data risks.
We help teams tighten controls and document compliance processes, especially in regulated industries.
We review your app’s performance, structure, user roles, security, and usage data. Then we deliver a prioritized roadmap for fixes, optimizations, and improvements.
We provide enablement support so your team can run and evolve the app without us.
This includes documentation, admin training, best practices, and optional advisory retainers if you want ongoing help.
PeakSuite is a modular Quickbase framework built for companies that want a faster path to value. It’s a flexible starting point (customizable to your needs) without lengthy build.
It’s for organizations already using Quickbase, looking to quickly improve repeatable processes.
We offer fixed-fee, sprint-based pricing. Starting out, most clients invest between $10K–$50K depending on the scope, with clear deliverables and timelines.
Regardless of the cost, the goal is measurable ROI in weeks—not months.
About Quandary Consulting Group
Quandary helps growing companies innovate fast, reduce tech debt, and build better systems using modern tools. We act as a fractional innovation team for executive leaders who want to move faster without bloating headcount.
We partner with small to mid-sized companies (typically between $5M and $50M in revenue) that are growing quickly but constrained by outdated systems, siloed teams, or stalled internal projects.
However, we’ve worked with many Fortune 500 companies and global organizations. And we bring that insight and experience into every engagement.
We work across industries.
However, we’re especially strong in logistics, manufacturing, distribution, and tech-enabled businesses where operations and data flows are critical to scaling.
Most internal teams are overloaded or too close to the problem.
We bring outside perspective, a proven framework, and execution speed. This allows leaders to move fast without adding permanent headcount or draining internal resources.
This depends on the project, budget, and business size.
In some cases, we work in fixed-scope sprints, starting with audits and roadmaps, then moving into implementation. Other cases, we can quickly mock up a solution without an agile methodology.
This gives you speed and clarity—without the risk of bloated retainers or open-ended consulting.
Most clients start seeing results in the first 2–6 weeks.
Whether it’s a new app, a reworked process, or an integrated system, we prioritize fast wins that show tangible value early—so you don’t wait months to see momentum.
Yes. We often partner with internal teams to extend their capacity or handle strategic initiatives they don’t have time for.
We also serve as a bridge between ops leaders and IT when communication or priorities aren’t aligned.
That’s common. We’re often brought in after a failed project.
Our difference is in how we scope work (starting with the business case, not a tech wishlist) and how we build for long-term use, not just short-term delivery.
We tie every project to business outcomes: time saved, costs reduced, visibility improved, or execution speed increased.
If it doesn’t move the business forward, it doesn’t belong in scope.
Not necessarily.
Most clients start small (with a focused sprint or audit) and grow from there once we’ve proven value. Our model is designed to minimize upfront risk and maximize ROI.
We don’t just build what you ask for—we help you figure out what’s worth building.
We work fast, stay lean, and focus on business impact over complexity. No bloated decks. No wasted cycles. Just better systems, built for the way your business runs.