Make AI Land
StackOne is a boutique technology consultancy helping you turn AI and data into practical outcomes. We provide trusted advice, hands-on training, and secure software implementation.
- Undivided attention — Every client gets direct access, focused attention, and senior expertise on every engagement.
- End-to-end capability — Strategy, implementation, training, and data/software integration under one roof.
- Practical & Sustainable — We focus on results your team can act on quickly and sustain long term, not hype!
About StackOne
Businesses know AI matters — but between the hype and the hard sell, it's difficult to know who to trust. StackOne exists to change that.
As an independent technology consultancy, we don't sell software suites, resell licences, or take commissions from vendors. That means every recommendation we make is in your interest. When we say a tool isn't right for you, there's no hidden incentive pushing us the other way.
StackOne has been helping organisations navigate technology change since well before the current AI wave — from cloud migration and systems integration to modern tooling and digital transformation. That depth of experience means we understand the real challenges: legacy systems that can't just be switched off, teams that need to be brought along, and budgets that demand clear ROI.
We don't just think about what's technically possible — we consider what's commercially sound, safe to implement, and sustainable for your organisation long-term. Our approach covers the full picture: strategic advisory, secure hands-on implementation, and practical training so your team can confidently own what we build together. Or if you just want to have a chat about where things are, we're here to talk as well.
Based in Auckland and working with organisations across New Zealand, we're here to help you adopt AI and modern technology at the right pace — with confidence, not compromise.
"I founded StackOne back when the challenge was getting businesses to trust cloud, modern tooling, and new ways of working. Twenty-plus years in IT, software development, and consulting taught me that the technology always moves fast, but what organisations actually need stays the same: someone independent who'll sit beside them, understand how they work, and help them adopt the right tools. I think about the whole picture — not just what's technically possible, but what's commercially sound and safe to implement. I've seen too many Kiwi businesses burned by vendors pushing products they didn't need. That's not how I operate. I'd rather tell you what not to buy than sell you something that won't stick."
— Paul Yan, Founder
What We Do
From strategy to implementation, we cover the full spectrum of AI and technology adoption — so you can move forward with confidence.
Consulting & Strategy
Clear direction before you spend a dollar
AI and automation opportunities are everywhere — but not all of them are worth pursuing. We help you cut through the noise with an honest, independent assessment of where technology can genuinely move the needle for your organisation.
Our consulting engagements start with understanding your business: how your teams work, where the bottlenecks are, and what success actually looks like. From there, we build a practical roadmap — prioritised by impact, not by what's trending.
We don't sell software suites or take vendor commissions, you can trust that our recommendations are in your interest. We'll tell you what's worth investing in, what to avoid, and where to start — so you can adopt AI strategically, safely, and with full confidence in the path ahead.
- Independent AI readiness assessments
- Technology strategy and roadmapping
- Vendor evaluation and selection
- Risk and governance advisory
- Business case development
- Executive briefings and board reporting
Enablement & Training
Get your team confident, not just aware
One of the biggest barriers to AI adoption isn't the technology — it's people. Sure, it's moving fast and can seem confusing and intimidating. But tools only deliver value when your team knows how to use them effectively and feels safe doing so.
We design and deliver tailored education programmes that go beyond surface-level awareness. Whether it's hands-on workshops for using AI in daily workflows, prompt engineering for specific business contexts, or helping leadership understand what AI can and can't do — we meet your team where they are and build from there.
Our training is practical, not theoretical. Participants leave with skills they can apply immediately — and the confidence to keep learning as the technology evolves. We also help you build internal capability so you're not dependent on external consultants long-term.
- Hands-on AI workshops for teams
- Prompt engineering and AI tool training
- Leadership and executive AI briefings
- Change management support
- Internal champion programmes
- Ongoing enablement and upskilling
Data Integration & Rapid Application Development (RAD)
Connect your systems, unlock your data
AI is only as good as the data behind it — and most organisations have data scattered across disconnected systems, spreadsheets, and legacy platforms. We help you bring it all together.
Our data and integration work covers the practical side of making AI land: auditing your existing data, cleaning and structuring it for AI readiness, and building the integrations that connect your tools into a coherent whole. Whether it's linking your CRM to your finance system, migrating off legacy platforms, or building custom APIs — we handle the technical work so your team can focus on results.
Security and data governance are built in from day one, not bolted on after. We ensure your data is handled safely, stored appropriately, and compliant with New Zealand privacy requirements — so you can scale with confidence.
- Data audits and AI readiness assessments
- System integration and custom APIs
- Legacy system modernisation
- Data pipeline and workflow automation
- Cloud migration and architecture
- Data governance and privacy compliance
Get in Touch
Have a question or want to discuss how AI and technology could work for your business? Drop me a message — I'd love to hear from you.
We respond to every message personally.