Frequently asked questions about Slingr
Straight answers about custom software ownership, legacy modernization, pricing, security, and how Slingr works.
What does Slingr do?
Slingr builds AI-native custom software that mid-market and enterprise companies own outright. It either replaces aging or off-the-shelf systems with modern custom applications, or surrounds existing systems with agents and AI. Either way, the client owns the code, data, and infrastructure.
Do I own the source code Slingr builds?
Yes. Clients own 100% of the source code, data, and infrastructure — no license to renew, no per-seat fees, and no vendor lock-in. You can bring the code to your own team at any time.
How is Slingr different from a traditional software development agency or dev shop?
Slingr doesn't bill hourly or rotate teams between projects. You subscribe month-to-month to a dedicated pod that stays with you for years, delivers AI-accelerated at roughly 50–60% of traditional cost and time, and hands you code you own outright.
What is the alternative to building our business on SaaS?
Slingr builds purpose-built software you own instead of renting generic SaaS you outgrow. You stop paying escalating per-seat fees and stop bending your operation around someone else's roadmap, while keeping a clean upgrade path and your own data.
Can Slingr modernize a legacy system like VB6, PowerBuilder, COBOL, classic ASP, or FoxPro?
Yes. Legacy modernization is a core focus. Slingr uses agent-assisted refactoring to preserve your business logic and rebuild it on a modern, documented foundation you own — at roughly 50–60% of traditional migration cost and time.
Do I have to rip out my existing systems?
No. Slingr can keep what works and surround it with agents, integrations, and lightweight micro-apps that add automation and AI — its Surround, Substitute, Sunset approach — so you modernize at the pace your operation can absorb.
How much does Slingr cost?
Slingr uses month-to-month pods, not hourly billing: Build Pod is $5,999/month for one focused application, Scale Pod is $9,999/month for multi-system builds, Manage Pod starts at $3,499/month for stewardship of a live application, and Custom Pod is negotiated for enterprise-grade work. There are no setup fees and you can cancel anytime.
Is Slingr HIPAA and SOC 2 compliant?
Yes. Slingr is SOC 2 Type II and HIPAA compliant and is a Google Cloud Partner. Applications can be deployed to AWS, GCP, Azure, or on-premises to meet your security and compliance requirements.
What industries does Slingr serve?
Mid-market manufacturing, private equity, laboratories and life sciences (LIMS, genomics), healthcare, logistics, insurance, financial services, and cannabis testing and compliance, among others.
How fast can Slingr deliver?
AI-accelerated, human-supervised delivery ships working software in weeks rather than the quarters traditional rebuilds take — typically at 50–60% of traditional cost and time, with every line reviewed by senior engineers.
What does AI-native software mean?
AI-native means applications are designed around agents and automation from the ground up, not bolted on afterward — so AI is part of how the software works rather than a feature added later.
Does Slingr work with private equity firms?
Yes. Slingr works with PE operating partners to modernize portfolio companies for operational efficiency, margin expansion, and exit positioning, with portfolio companies owning the resulting software.
How do I get a quote or a statement of work?
Describe your project at slingr.io/estimate and you'll get a real scope outline back — a recommended pod, approach, and work breakdown — not just a contact form. Or book a call at slingr.io/sean.