Solving Complex Problems with Clear Systems
Montebay Innovations is a consulting and technology studio focused on solving complex problems with clear, practical systems.
Founded by a senior systems and cloud architect, Montebay brings hands-on experience across cloud infrastructure, automation, product operations, and applied AI. The work is grounded in execution — not theory — shaped by years of building, operating, and fixing systems that businesses depend on every day.
How We Work
Clients come to Montebay when technology feels fragmented, overly complex, or unreliable. The role is to step in, bring clarity, and help design a path forward — whether that means advisory guidance, hands-on implementation, or both.
Montebay operates differently from traditional agencies or consulting firms. Engagements are focused, outcome-driven, and built around trust. The goal is not to sell tools or create dependency, but to help organizations make better decisions and build systems that quietly do their job.
At its core, Montebay Innovations exists to:
Reduce Complexity
Simplify systems and processes to make technology work for you, not against you.
Improve Reliability
Build systems that operate consistently and dependably, day after day.
Save Time & Mental Bandwidth
Free up your team to focus on what matters most by automating the routine.
Turn Strategy into Working Systems
Transform ideas and plans into real, functioning solutions that deliver results.
Whether advising on cloud architecture, streamlining operations through automation, or helping shape a new product from idea to execution, Montebay focuses on practical solutions that last.
Strategic Consulting & Technical Guidance
Montebay Innovations provides strategic consulting and senior-level technical guidance for organizations dealing with complex systems, infrastructure decisions, and operational challenges.
The focus is clarity over complexity, outcomes over activity, and long-term stability over short-term fixes.
Silent AWS Audit
A senior AWS review — delivered quietly, without meetings.
The Silent AWS Audit is a fixed-scope, asynchronous review of your AWS environment focused on security, cost, and reliability. It's designed for leaders who want clarity without disruption.
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- Read-only access
- Delivered in 5–7 business days
- Clear, prioritized findings
- No meetings, no ongoing obligation
This is the fastest way to get an expert assessment of your AWS environment before deciding on next steps.
Performed by a senior AWS architect. No sales calls. No obligation.
Strategic Consulting & Advisory
Clear thinking before any build work begins.
Montebay works directly with founders, operators, and technical leaders to help them make confident decisions about technology, systems, and operations. Engagements focus on understanding what exists today, what's creating friction, and what actually needs to change.
This service is designed for organizations that need experienced judgment — not additional developers.
Typical consulting engagements include:
- Technology and systems strategy
- Architecture and platform decision support
- Risk, reliability, and scalability reviews
- Technical guidance for leadership teams
- Independent second opinions on major initiatives
Cloud Architecture & Infrastructure (AWS)
Reliable foundations without over-engineering.
Montebay advises on, reviews, and improves AWS environments with an emphasis on security, reliability, and cost awareness. Work is centered on architecture, configuration, and operational posture — not ongoing infrastructure ownership.
Services include:
- AWS architecture reviews and recommendations
- Security and access posture assessments
- Cost optimization strategy and analysis
- Infrastructure simplification and cleanup
- Scalability and resilience planning
Note: Montebay does not operate as a managed services provider or DevOps team.
For teams looking for a low-friction entry point, Montebay also offers the Silent AWS Audit — a fixed-scope, no-meeting AWS review.
Operational Clarity & Targeted Automation
Reduce friction without creating new systems to maintain.
Montebay helps organizations simplify operations by identifying inefficiencies and designing practical improvements. Automation is applied selectively, only where it meaningfully reduces manual effort or risk.
This work explicitly avoids heavy custom pipeline development or systems that require ongoing babysitting.
Examples include:
- Identifying and removing operational bottlenecks
- Simplifying handoffs, approvals, and workflows
- Improving visibility into systems and processes
- Designing lightweight guardrails to prevent errors
- Replacing brittle processes with durable solutions
Note: If a problem requires large-scale custom pipelines or continuous tuning, Montebay will recommend alternatives or decline the work.
System Review & Execution Support
Hands-on — when it matters.
When advisory alone isn't enough, Montebay provides targeted execution support focused on unblocking progress or stabilizing systems. This is short-term, senior-level involvement — not long-term delivery ownership.
Engagements may include:
- Critical system fixes or remediation
- Supporting internal teams during transitions
- Short-term embedded advisory support
- High-impact changes that require experienced oversight
The emphasis is on resolving the problem, not expanding scope.
Ongoing Advisory (Retainer)
A trusted technical perspective — without adding headcount.
For teams that need continuity, Montebay offers ongoing advisory relationships. These provide leadership teams with a consistent, senior technical partner to help assess risk, validate decisions, and evolve systems intentionally.
Well-suited for:
- Growing teams without senior technical leadership
- Founders navigating scale or complexity
- Organizations managing critical or legacy systems
How Engagements Work
Clearly scoped, outcome-driven work
Honest recommendations — even when the answer is "do less"
No CI/CD, DevOps pipelines, or ongoing build ownership
Focus on clarity, stability, and long-term value
Montebay Innovations exists to help organizations think clearly about technology — and act deliberately.
Who This Is For
Montebay is a strong fit for:
- Founders and operators making high-impact technical decisions
- Teams dealing with system complexity or reliability concerns
- Organizations that value clarity over speed
- Leaders who want senior guidance, not task delegation
Who This Is Not For
Montebay is not a fit for:
- CI/CD or code pipeline development
- Full-time DevOps or managed services
- Staff augmentation or ticket-based work
- Ongoing operational ownership
Get Started
If you're facing a complex technical decision, unclear system behavior, or operational friction, Montebay can help bring clarity.
Start with a focused consultation or system review to determine next steps.
Contact UsSilent AWS Audit Request
Complete the form below to request your Silent AWS Audit. We'll review your request and provide next steps within 1–2 business days.
Independent Products Built with Purpose
Montebay Innovations builds and operates a small number of independent products alongside its consulting work. These applications are not client projects — they are owned, maintained, and evolved internally.
They serve two purposes:
Solve Real Problems
Address genuine user needs with thoughtful, well-designed solutions.
Inform Better Decisions
Act as living systems that inform better consulting and design decisions.
Wordflect
A minimalist word puzzle game focused on clarity, challenge, and thoughtful design.
Soteria
A behavioral finance app designed to help users pause, reflect, and make better financial decisions.
Start Your Next Project
Have a question or want to discuss a project? We'd love to hear from you and explore how we can bring your vision to life.