N Northwind Studio

Process

Five-stage playbook that keeps projects on track

A clear operating system with documented touchpoints, communications, and quality control. This is how we deliver productized services with the reliability of an in-house team.

Step 01

Intake & Brief

You submit a concise intake form and book a diagnostic session. We clarify goals, success metrics, constraints, and decision makers.

Deliverables: call summary, measurement matrix, scope confirmation.

Step 02

Blueprint

We run a kickoff workshop, gather access, and produce a blueprint outlining deliverables, timeline, responsibilities, and dependencies.

Deliverables: project brief, ClickUp board, RACI, analytics or tech audit.

Step 03

Build

Execution happens in sprints. You receive weekly demos, async Loom updates, and access to the Kanban board. Feedback rounds are pre-scheduled.

Deliverables: in-progress artifacts, weekly reports, risk log.

Step 04

Launch

We run QA checklists, finalize documentation, support go-live, and deliver enablement so your team can take over confidently.

Deliverables: launch checklist, runbooks, Loom walkthroughs, enablement session.

Step 05

Stabilize

Post-launch, we monitor results, tackle priority fixes, and align on next-phase opportunities such as retainers or follow-up sprints.

Deliverables: stabilization log, performance recap, roadmap recommendations.

Communication rhythm

Consistent, predictable touchpoints mean fewer surprises and smoother stakeholder alignment.

Weekly demo

Live Zoom session to walk through progress, risks, decisions, and next sprint focus.

Async recap

Loom + written summary with highlights, blockers, and upcoming milestones.

ClickUp Kanban

Real-time status tracking, timeline, docs, and decision log accessible 24/7.

Response SLA

Same-day replies via your preferred channel (Slack or email) during business hours.

Quality & risk management

  • Checklists: QA templates for design, development, analytics, and automation deliverables.
  • Change control: Written scope adjustments with impact assessment and approvals.
  • Access: Secure credentials via 1Password share, least privilege by default.
  • Escalation: Defined stop-the-line protocol for blockers or risks.

Tool stack

  • Project: ClickUp, Notion, Linear (by request)
  • Design: Figma, FigJam, Pastel for feedback
  • Build: Webflow, Next.js, Tailwind, Vercel, Zapier, Make
  • Analytics: GA4, Mixpanel, Looker, BigQuery, dbt
  • AI: OpenAI, Anthropic, PromptLayer, Pinecone

Onboarding checklist

Before kickoff

  • Signed MSA or SOW
  • Deposit invoice settled
  • Access to relevant tools + credentials

During blueprint

  • Stakeholder list & availability
  • Brand guidelines or assets
  • Data exports (if applicable)

Before launch

  • Go-live approvals
  • Support point of contact
  • Success metrics tracking configured

Your next move

Schedule a diagnostic call and get a blueprint preview

We’ll walk through your goals, timeline, and resources. Within 48 hours you’ll receive a proposed plan, deliverables, and investment breakdown.