We help mission-driven organizations transform their digital experience
Purpose-built solutions for non-profits, governments, and institutions ready to modernize their technology and better serve their communities.
45 minutes · No obligation · Custom recommendations
Our Impact
How we help organizations succeed
From strategic planning to hands-on implementation, we partner with mission-driven organizations to modernize their digital presence.
Digital Strategy
Strategic roadmaps for digital transformation that align technology with your mission and the communities you serve.
Learn moreAccessible UX & Design
Intuitive, accessible interfaces that help people easily find what they need and take action.
Learn moreAI Systems Audit
A two-week engagement to audit your operations, identify AI opportunities, and build a working proof of concept.
Learn moreBig solutions aren't always better solutions
Many organizations invest in enterprise-scale systems hoping they'll simplify operations. Instead, they find themselves locked into expensive contracts for software their teams barely use.
Vendor Lock-in
Stuck paying huge fees for software the team barely uses, with no easy way out.
Team Silos
Big systems require specialists, creating communication barriers and frustration.
User Frustration
People find your technology clunky compared to the digital experiences they expect.
Real results for real organizations
See how we've helped organizations transform their digital presence and better serve their communities.
Infrastructure rebuild in 30 days
When Marin County's web rebuild hit a wall, Rudder stepped in to simplify the path forward and deliver on a critical deadline.
Cost analysis reveals $2.1M in savings
Through detailed cost modeling and collaborative analysis, we identified and implemented changes saving $2.1M annually — inefficiencies that had gone unnoticed for years.
Trusted by mission-driven organizations
"Rudder didn't just fix our infrastructure — they changed how we think about technology. The team delivered a working system in 30 days when our previous vendor couldn't in six months."
"The cost analysis alone justified the entire engagement. Rudder identified $2.1M in savings we had completely overlooked. They bring a level of clarity that's rare in this industry."
Latest insights
Thoughts on digital transformation, purposeful technology, and building better experiences.
Drupal Is More Than a CMS: Building Data Platforms and APIs That Power Real Systems
What makes Drupal truly powerful isn't just how it manages content. It's how it can model data, enforce governance, and share that data across systems.
Matthew Crist Drupal is dying
Not because it is useless. Because the incentives around it push buyers away.
Matthew Crist The credibility of complexity
Complexity intensifies as internet development evolves. New tech and higher standards have made it hard to make tools for users.
Matthew Crist Common questions
How much does an engagement with Rudder cost?
We offer flexible services tailored to your organization's needs:
- Free 45-minute strategy call – Discuss your goals and challenges with our team.
- AI Systems Audit ($9,500 flat fee) – A two-week engagement including operations audit, opportunity matrix, working proof of concept, and 30-day roadmap.
- Fractional CTO (Starting at $8,000/month) – Senior technical leadership embedded with your team on a monthly retainer.
- Digital Strategy & Accessible UX – Custom-scoped based on your organization's needs. Book a free strategy call to discuss pricing.
How much time should I dedicate to this?
Your involvement varies by engagement type:
- Managed services – Larger commitment upfront for onboarding, then minimal ongoing involvement.
- Audit engagement – About 4 hours per week for 4 weeks (20 hours total).
- Full site redesign – Heavy involvement at the start, hands-off during development, then picks up for QA and launch.
How long will it take to see results?
You'll see progress early, with structured milestones:
- Audit – Detailed analysis within the first few weeks.
- Managed services – Pressing issues tackled immediately after onboarding.
- Full redesign – Architecture and design refinement first, then development with ongoing fine-tuning.
Do you work with non-profits and higher education?
Absolutely. We work with a range of mission-driven organizations including non-profits, higher education institutions, government agencies, and purpose-driven businesses. Our approach applies across sectors—if you're committed to serving your community, we'd love to talk.
Ready to transform your digital experience?
Every engagement starts with a free strategy call. Let's discuss your challenges and explore how we can help.