Fractional Engagement presents a versatile approach for organisations. By integrating part-time design professionals, companies can boost their design strategies, benefit from in-depth insights, and enjoy expert mentorship without the overhead of full-time employment.

Navigating the hiring process, whether it's for a full-time designer, a freelancer, or an agency, can be filled with challenges and potential pitfalls. Here's a comparative breakdown:

‍Full-Time Designer: Hiring a full-time designer can be risky and time-consuming. A bad hire can have detrimental effects on company culture, and founders don't always know how to identify the best designer for their long-term needs.

‍Freelancer: While hiring a freelancer may offer flexibility and can be quicker than a full-time hire, the relationship often lacks long-term commitment. There's also a risk of inconsistency in quality and potential availability issues in the future.

‍Agency: Engaging with an agency provides a broader set of skills and resources. However, they often come with higher costs and may not always be aligned with your company's unique culture and vision. The relationship can sometimes feel impersonal, and there might be a lack of deep understanding of your specific needs.

Opting for a Fractional Engagement offers a blend of flexibility and commitment. It's ideal for situations where time is of the essence, and you need to quickly bring your ideas to life without the potential risks associated with the other options. Additionally, as our partnership evolves, I can guide you in building your own dedicated design team, ensuring a smooth transition to a team that resonates with your long-term goals.

We aren't confined to any particular industry or type of business. Our experience spans across multiple sectors, encompassing clients who share a unified focus on growth and recognise the integral role of UX, product, and design thinking in achieving success. That said, our expertise is primarily leveraged for dynamic, evolving digital products, platforms, or services. Our offering does not extend to creating marketing sites and static websites, as our strength lies in fostering growth and enhancing user experience through continuous improvement and optimisation.

We take data security, privacy, and confidentiality extremely seriously. To ensure your information is protected, we adhere to industry-standard best practices and comply with all relevant data protection regulations. 

In terms of confidentiality, we require all our clients to sign mutual non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to further secure both of our proprietary information. Furthermore, all our team members are trained in data security, privacy, and confidentiality. They are bound by NDAs and strict internal policies regarding client data.

We are champions of asynchronous communication. This empowers our team and clients to work efficiently within their own timeframes, reducing interruptions and maintaining productivity. To facilitate this, we use Loom for discussing and explaining deliverables, and encourage you to do the same when providing feedback. This ensures a clear understanding and precise responses to your needs. 

Our team is spearheaded by Tom Crossman, a seasoned UX Consultant who brings over 18 years of industry experience to the table. Tom's portfolio is studded with successful collaborations with premier brands like Microsoft, Google, Habito, Samsung, Bulb Energy, Feast-It, Kontor, BP, Thrillz, and Zero Gravity, delivering digital designs that are both user-focused and conversion-optimised.

Tom's journey, marked by award-winning agencies, hypergrowth startups, and VC consulting roles, testifies to his mastery in creating delightful User Experiences (UX) and stunning User Interfaces (UI) that consistently exceed expectations. His expertise forms the foundation of our team's proficiency, enabling us to provide elite level design and product services tailored to our clients' needs.