How long does a Code and Trust project take?

Most projects run 10–16 weeks from AI audit through production deployment. Simple automation projects can be delivered in 6–8 weeks. Complex multi-system integrations or full custom software builds typically run 12–20 weeks.

What is included in the 90-day support guarantee?

Every Code and Trust project includes 90 days of post-launch support covering bug fixes in the delivered scope, performance monitoring, deployment assistance, and team handoff documentation. Support starts from the day of production launch.

How long does a custom software project take?

Most projects move through Product Design, MVP Development, and Continued Partnership phases. An MVP typically takes 8–16 weeks from kickoff. Code and Trust delivers a working prototype early so clients can validate before full build-out.

What industries does Code and Trust work with?

Code and Trust works across healthcare, fintech, manufacturing, logistics, and SaaS. Our team has 40+ years of tech entrepreneurial experience across multiple industries.

VeloCT is Code and Trust's AI-accelerated sprint offering. Same team, same standards, radically compressed timeline. We scope a specific problem and apply AI where it moves the needle — delivering answers in two weeks instead of six months.

How is Code and Trust different from a typical software agency?

Code and Trust is a fully in-house, onshore team built by tech entrepreneurs — people who have founded and operated software businesses. We care about your product, your customers, and your runway, not just sprint velocity.

Where is Code and Trust located?

Code and Trust operates from Mt Pleasant, SC and Washington, DC, serving clients across the US.

How We Work

Our Process

Q: Do clients own the source code?

Yes. Full source code and IP transfer to the client on final payment. No ongoing licensing fees, no lock-in. You can take the codebase to any team after delivery.

From AI audit to production deployment — here's how Code and Trust works.

What is Code and Trust's development process?

Code and Trust follows a 4-phase delivery process: AI Audit (week 1–2), Architecture & Scoping (week 3–4), Iterative Build (week 5–14), and Production Deployment with 90-day support (week 15–16). Every phase ends with a deliverable and a client sign-off before the next begins.

The Four Phases

AI Audit

Weeks 1–2

We map every workflow your team runs manually, identify automation and AI opportunities, and quantify potential savings. You receive a written report with prioritized recommendations before any code is written.

Deliverable:Written AI Opportunity Report with ROI estimates

—Stakeholder interviews with 3–5 team members
—Workflow mapping — every manual process documented
—Tool and integration inventory
—Prioritized opportunity list with effort/impact matrix

Architecture & Scoping

Weeks 3–4

We design the technical architecture and produce a fixed-price proposal. You know the exact cost and timeline before week 4 is over. No surprises after this phase.

Deliverable:Technical architecture doc + fixed-price proposal

—System design: data model, API shape, integration points
—Technology selection with rationale
—Team assignment — who builds what
—Fixed-price proposal with milestone payments

Iterative Build

Weeks 5–14

Working software ships every Friday. A weekly 30-minute demo keeps you informed and gives you the chance to redirect before the next sprint starts. No hidden work, no big reveals.

Deliverable:Working software increments, deployed to staging weekly

—Weekly Friday demos with working, deployed software
—Async Slack updates — you always know what's happening
—Automated test suite growing each sprint
—Staging environment open to your team throughout

Launch & Support

Weeks 15–16+

Production deployment with zero-downtime deploy strategy, team training, and documentation. The 90-day support period starts from go-live. We stay reachable and responsive through any early-life issues.

Deliverable:Production deploy + handoff documentation + 90-day support

—Zero-downtime production deployment
—Team training session (recorded for onboarding)
—Technical documentation and runbooks
—90-day bug fix guarantee on delivered scope

What's Included in Every Project

Every Code and Trust engagement includes these as non-negotiable standards — not add-ons you have to ask for.

Weekly Status Calls + Async Slack

Every project includes a weekly 30-minute call and daily async updates in a shared Slack channel. You are never waiting for status.

Source Code & IP Transfer

Full source code and IP transfer to you on final payment. No ongoing licensing fees. No lock-in. Take the code anywhere.

90-Day Bug Fix Guarantee

Bugs in the delivered scope are fixed at no charge for 90 days after production launch — no questions asked.

Documentation & Team Handoff

Deployment runbooks, API documentation, and a recorded training session so your team can operate the system without us.

Ready to start your AI Audit?

The first step is a 30-minute call to see if we're a fit. No sales pitch — just a direct conversation about what you're trying to solve.

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