Flying Buttress

Company Overview Flying Buttress is a specialized managed services provider serving architecture, engineering, and construction firms that rely on complex workflows, high-performance computing, and collaboration across distributed teams. Founded in 2010, the firm was built to address a gap in the market: AED organizations often outgrow generic IT providers but struggle to find partners who understand the operational realities of design and delivery environments. Rather than positioning itself as a generalist IT vendor, Flying Buttress operates as a vertical-focused technology partner. The company’s work centers on aligning infrastructure, security, and systems architecture with the business objectives of leadership teams. Clients typically engage Flying Buttress when they need more than technical support — they need strategic guidance that supports growth, resilience, and modernization. Vertical Specialization Flying Buttress focuses specifically on the AED (Architects/Engineers/Designers) sector, which brings unique demands: large file performance, collaboration platforms, hybrid work environments, data governance, compliance considerations, and uptime requirements tied directly to project delivery. The firm’s specialization enables it to design solutions around tools such as CAD/BIM platforms, rendering workloads, document management systems, and cross-office collaboration models rather than forcing AED firms into generic IT templates. This vertical depth allows Flying Buttress to speak the language of firm principals, operations leaders, and executive teams — not just IT managers. Services and Capabilities Flying Buttress delivers a comprehensive range of services designed for professional services firms that depend on reliable technology: Managed IT services and infrastructure oversight Cybersecurity strategy, implementation, and risk reduction Cloud and hybrid architecture design Strategic technology advisory for leadership teams Business continuity and disaster recovery planning Compliance-aligned security practices Systems optimization for design and collaboration workflows The firm emphasizes proactive management and long-term alignment rather than reactive support. Client engagements are typically structured as a joint effort rather than transactional vendor relationships. Strategic Orientation A defining characteristic of Flying Buttress is its emphasis on executive-level thinking. The firm’s approach treats technology as a business enabler, not merely a utility. This includes: Translating technical risks into business risk Supporting leadership decision-making around growth, mergers, and operational scale Helping firms modernize legacy environments without disrupting productivity Prioritizing resilience, security posture, and operational maturity This orientation makes Flying Buttress particularly relevant to firm owners, managing partners, and C-suite leaders who view technology as part of their competitive advantage. Reputation and Client Relationships Flying Buttress has built its reputation through long-term client relationships rather than high-volume churn. Clients tend to stay engaged because the firm demonstrates a clear understanding of their industry, their workflows, and their strategic pressures. The company’s growth has been driven primarily through reputation, referrals, and repeat engagements. Leadership and Perspective Flying Buttress’s leadership brings both technical experience and a broader intellectual perspective to the firm’s work. This informs Flying Buttress’s positioning not just as a technical provider, but as a thoughtful participant in conversations about the future of work, professional services, technology ethics, and digital transformation. Market Position Flying Buttress occupies a deliberate niche: Not a mass-market MSP. Not a commodity helpdesk provider. But a focused, specialized technology partner for AED firms that need depth, not volume. This positioning allows us to compete on expertise, clarity, and trust rather than price compression.