A build capability with operating depth.
Most consultancies advise. Most agencies execute. Avest does both — because we operate our own platforms and know what it takes to make a product real, not just shippable. Trident, AI Fluency Map, Privacy Lab, Assegai Academy — we built every one of these, and that experience shapes everything we do for partners and clients.
Avest is structured as a strategic business unit within Assegai. As our portfolio grows, it may become its own entity. For now, it's the engine that turns ideas into operational platforms.
Three modes. One studio.
Wholly Owned Builds
Platforms and products Assegai owns and operates independently. Trident, AI Fluency Map, Assegai Academy — built by Avest, owned by Assegai.
Co-owned Partnerships
Ventures built in collaboration with partner organisations. Shared ownership and IP terms negotiated per project. Example: Venture Nation and Startup Clinic, co-built with TechVillage Innovation Centre.
Client-commissioned Builds
Platforms and tools built on behalf of clients. Ownership transfers to or remains with the client. For organisations that need specialist build capability without hiring a development team.
Our portfolio
Modern build capability with operating discipline.
Privacy by design
Every product Avest builds embeds privacy from day one. User-code architectures where appropriate, encryption by default, role-based access throughout.
Ship early, iterate fast
MVPs in weeks, not months. Real users, real feedback, real iteration. We resist feature creep and prioritise ruthlessly.
Multi-tenant from day one
Every platform is designed for scale, even if launched for one. Architecture that supports many clients, jurisdictions, and use cases as the product matures.
Operate what we build
Most studios build and hand off. We build and operate. Trident is our daily reality — we run support, ship updates, and listen to clients. That operating discipline shapes everything we build.
How to engage Avest
Define the build, validate the concept, design the architecture, and produce a project plan with budget.
Start with DiscoveryDesign and development of an MVP. Includes UX design, frontend, backend, deployment, and 30 days of post-launch support.
Discuss an MVPMulti-month engagements building substantial platforms. Includes ongoing operations, feature development, and partnership-style collaboration.
Talk to UsPricing varies by scope, complexity, and IP arrangements. Co-owned partnerships may include equity or revenue share components.