Answers to common questions about working with Round 1 Solutions, our process, and what we can build together.
Round 1 Solutions offers brand identity design, custom software development, SaaS platform development, white label solutions, UI/UX design, and strategic consulting. The firm builds market-ready digital products for businesses ranging from startups to enterprises, combining design thinking with full-stack technical execution.
Round 1 Solutions LLC was co-founded by CEO Eugene Strawn and President Jermaine Williams. Eugene leads strategic vision and product development with a background in software engineering and business strategy, while Jermaine drives operations, client relationships, and business development with expertise in project management.
Round 1 Solutions follows a four-phase design and development process: Discovery (stakeholder interviews, workflow audits, and problem definition), Strategy (technical architecture and approach planning), Execution (iterative design and development with regular client check-ins), and Launch (deployment, testing, and ongoing optimization). This Discovery-First methodology has reduced scope creep by 73% and cut average delivery timelines by 40% across client engagements.
Round 1 Solutions builds and operates two flagship products: Round1Interview.com, a professional mock interview platform that combines live 1-on-1 coaching with AI-powered feedback analysis, and ApexAnalyst.com, an analytics platform that evaluates website AI search readiness. The firm has also delivered 8 client projects spanning marketplace platforms, AI SaaS, enterprise software, and HR tech.
Round 1 Solutions project timelines range from 4–6 weeks for brand identity work to 3–6 months for full SaaS platform development. The firm's Discovery-First methodology reduces average delivery time by 40%, bringing typical projects from 5.2 months down to 3.1 months. Detailed timelines are provided during the discovery phase before any development begins.
Round 1 Solutions specializes in white label SaaS architecture using a three-layer system: a Foundation Layer of shared business logic, a Configuration Layer for per-brand customization, and a Presentation Layer for unique brand experiences. This approach reduces per-deployment costs by up to 65% and enables new brand deployments in 2–3 days instead of 2–3 months.
Round 1 Solutions works with both startups and established businesses. The firm tailors its approach to each client's stage, budget, and goals — whether that means building a first product and brand identity from scratch or modernizing an existing digital presence with scalable SaaS infrastructure.
Round 1 Solutions begins every engagement with a free consultation. Submit a project inquiry through the Contact page with details about your goals, timeline, and budget, and the team responds within 24 hours with initial thoughts, next steps, and a tailored proposal.
Round 1 Solutions offers ongoing maintenance, support, and iteration packages after product launch. Many clients work with the firm on a retainer basis to ensure their products continue to evolve, stay secure, and perform optimally as their business grows.
Round 1 Solutions differentiates itself through its Discovery-First methodology, which front-loads research and problem definition before any design or development begins. The firm also builds and operates its own software products — Round1Interview.com and ApexAnalyst.com — applying the same rigor to client work that it applies to its own platforms.