An IT second opinion for public-sector organisations
An independent second opinion on IT solutions, supplier quotes and security – with no sales agenda and a clear recommendation.
When a public-sector organisation needs a second opinion
There are situations where in-house expertise or your current supplier’s opinion is not enough:
- you have received a quote from an IT supplier but do not know whether the price and the solution are reasonable
- the website or system keeps getting stuck, and the supplier says “that’s just how it is”
- you are planning a public tender and need a technical specification that does not restrict competition
- you have heard about NIS2 or GDPR requirements but are not sure whether your organisation complies
- you want to start a digitisation project but do not know where to begin
- you have an IT budget for next year and want to use it wisely
In these situations you need not a supplier who sells, but someone who helps you understand.
Four areas where a second opinion is most often needed
In 5+ years of working with Lithuanian public-sector organisations, we have seen that most questions fall into one of four areas:
Choosing a supplier — “Two suppliers have made us offers, one cheaper, one more expensive. Which one is actually right?” We help you compare quotes by what matters to your organisation, not by the seller’s presentation.
State of existing systems — “Our website is slow and the system is outdated, but do we really need to replace everything?” We carry out a technology audit and tell you what really needs attention and what can stay as it is.
Cybersecurity — “Is our data safe? Do we meet the requirements?” We check the actual situation and give concrete recommendations, not abstract reports.
Communication with the community — “We want to send newsletters but do not know where to start.” We help you choose tools and build an email marketing strategy suited to the public-sector context.
What a second opinion looks like in practice
It is not a formal audit or a months-long project. Most often it is a specific answer to a specific question.
Example 1: A municipal company received a supplier quote of 15 000 € for a website update. After a review we found that half of the work was unnecessary in their situation. Saved: ~7 000 €.
Example 2: A cultural centre was using a system its supplier refused to update. We assessed the alternatives and helped prepare the specification for a new public tender.
Example 3: A school was unsure whether its website complied with GDPR. The review revealed several specific gaps, which the school fixed within a week at no extra cost.
In every case — a specific question, a clear answer, a tangible result.
Our principles
A few things that matter to us and that we stick to in every consultation:
- if your current solution works — we will tell you there is no need to change it
- if we recommend changing something — we will explain why it pays off
- if we cannot help — we will say so openly and, where we can, refer you to the right specialist
- we have no partnership agreements with IT suppliers and receive no commissions
- we give all recommendations in writing, in a clear format, without technical jargon
Yes, we provide IT services too — we build websites and digital tools. But during a consultation we work only in your interest. If the best solution is not our product — we will say so.
Why a second opinion pays off
One right decision in IT can save an organisation tens of thousands of euros and months of work. A few examples:
- an unsuitable supplier dropped in time = budget and nerves saved
- a security gap found before an incident = a data leak and GDPR fines avoided
- a correctly prepared specification = better-quality bids in a public tender
- an objective assessment of the existing system = clarity on whether to invest in an update or replace it
A second opinion always costs several times less than the potential cost of a wrong decision.
How to get started
Discussing the situation
In a short conversation we find out what IT question you are facing — assessing a supplier, the state of a system, security or something else. This conversation is free.
Independent review
We carry out the analysis — we review quotes, systems or processes. Depending on the scope, this takes from one day to two weeks.
Clear recommendations
You get concrete recommendations with an action plan — what to do, what not to do and why. No technical jargon, in a format that is easy to understand.
Have an IT question you are not sure about?
Tell us in a few sentences what you are facing. The initial conversation is free — we will discuss whether we can help and what it would cost.
- The price is fixed in the contract, we agree the timeline after the first call
Technology audit
An independent technology assessment of your existing IT infrastructure and website.Cybersecurity for public bodies
Security audit, threat assessment and recommendations for public-sector IT infrastructure.Website development
An IT consultation often leads to concrete work — building or updating a website.Website maintenance
Ongoing support after the audit — so that the recommendations are implemented and maintained.
Frequently asked questions
We answer the most common questions about an IT second opinion for public-sector organisations.
Is this suitable for a small organisation without an IT department?
Such organisations need it most. When there is no in-house IT specialist, all technology decisions are made based on suppliers’ information. A second opinion helps you understand whether what you are being offered really matches your needs and budget.
How long does it take to get an answer?
It depends on the question. A review of a supplier’s quote usually takes 1–2 working days. A technology audit takes from a few days to two weeks, depending on how complex the systems are. We agree the exact duration before we start.
Won’t you just sell me your own services instead of giving objective advice?
A fair question. Yes, we also provide other IT services — website and digital tool development. But during a consultation we work in your interest. If the best solution is not our product — we will say so. Our reputation is worth more than one extra contract.
How much does an IT second opinion cost?
The price depends on the scope. The initial conversation is free. We agree a specific price once we understand the scope of the question — before work begins you will always know the exact amount. No hidden fees or extra invoices.
Can you help if we have already signed a contract with a supplier and problems are arising?
Yes. We can review the contract terms, assess whether the supplier is meeting its obligations and advise on what steps to take. Sometimes a constructive conversation with the supplier is enough; sometimes alternatives have to be found. We help you find the best way out in your situation.