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Our Process

Every project runs the same way. Here is what that looks like.

No surprises. No scope creep. No disappearing after launch. From the first call to ongoing support, you always know exactly what is happening and what comes next.

Discover

We start every engagement with a structured discovery session. Goals, customers, competitors, current tools, constraints. We listen more than we talk. At the end of discovery we write everything down. You get a written brief summarizing what we heard, what we will build, and why.

  • Written project brief
  • Defined scope
  • Timeline estimate
  • Signed agreement to proceed
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Design

Strategy and architecture before anything is built. For web and app work: Figma wireframes and mockups. For AI and automation: a workflow diagram and system architecture. Nothing moves to build without your approval.

  • Figma mockups or system architecture diagram
  • Your written approval to proceed
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Build

Our team executes the approved plan. Sprint-based development. Weekly progress updates cover what was completed, what is next, and what decisions need your input. You get access to a staging environment from day one.

  • Working staging environment
  • Weekly progress reports
  • Decision log
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Launch

We handle deployment, DNS, performance testing, and go-live. We do not launch until the QA checklist is fully signed off. You receive a complete handoff package on launch day.

  • Live site, app, or system
  • Source file handoff
  • Credentials document
  • 30-day post-launch support
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Support

We do not disappear after launch. Managed Services clients receive ongoing monitoring and updates. For clients not on retainer, we remain available for project-based follow-on work.

  • Monthly performance report (Managed Services)
  • Ongoing team access
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FAQ

Common questions.

How long does a project take?

Web projects: 4 to 8 weeks. Mobile apps: 8 to 16 weeks. AI and automation: 3 to 6 weeks. Complex platforms: 12 to 20 weeks. We give a specific timeline during discovery.

How many revisions do I get?

Revisions happen in the Design phase, before anything is built. After build begins, changes that alter the approved design are scoped as change orders. We tell you what triggers one before it happens.

Do you work outside Charlotte?

Yes. We are based in Charlotte and work with clients remotely across the country and beyond. Discovery, reviews, and support all happen over video call.

What happens after launch?

Every project includes a 30-day post-launch support window. After that, you can move to ongoing care or bring us in for project-based follow-on work.

Can I hire ScaleUp for just one service?

Yes. We take on brand-only, website-only, and automation-only engagements. Many clients start with one service and grow the relationship from there.

Your next move

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Book a call and we will begin with discovery. Or call us any time on 704.937.1464.

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