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We create digital products for expert firms

At Highland, we design & launch strategy-informed digital products & platforms that fuel business growth. 

We work with experts and experts firms who seek to turn their specific expertise and differentiation into a digital product or platform. Our clients have uncovered $100M+ recurring revenue opportunities, gone to IPO, and more.

  • Min project size
    $50,000+
  • Hourly rate
    $150 - $199 / hr
  • Employees
    10 - 49
  • Locations
    Chicago, IL
  • Year founded
    Founded 1999

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  • Chicago , IL

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Application Platforms
Amazon Application Development Framework
60%
Linux server
20%
Other app platform
20%
Low Code Development
No Code Development
CMS Focus
ExpressionEngine
100%
Digital and IT Strategy Consulting Focus
IT Assessment
20%
IT Operations Management Consulting
10%
Frameworks and CMS
Other frameworks and CMS
11%
Zend PHP
11%
Market Research Focus
Market Research Interviews
50%
Market Research Data Analysis
20%
Observational Research
20%
Market Research Surveys
10%
Product Design Focus
Programming & Scripting
PHP
40%
AJAX
10%
User Experience Focus
Industries
Medical
25%
Manufacturing
20%
Education
15%
Business services
10%
Consumer products & services
10%
Financial services
10%
Non-profit
10%
Clients
Midmarket ($10M - $1B)
60%
Enterprise (>$1B)
30%
Small Business (<$10M)
10%

Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $50,000+
Avg. hourly rate $150 - $199 /hr
Rating for cost 4.6 /5

What Clients Have Said

Highland Solutions offers competitive pricing, with project costs ranging from $15,000 to over $1 million. Clients appreciate their value for cost, expertise, and effective project management, often noting high satisfaction with deliverables and responsiveness.

This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

Most Common Project Size

< $49,999 based on 39 reviews
< $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 $200,000 - $999,999 > $1,000,000

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Highland Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

4.9
  • Quality 4.9
  • Schedule 4.7
  • Cost 4.6
  • Willing to Refer 4.9

Top Mentions

Review Highlights

  • Challenges with Team Continuity

    Some clients noted challenges related to team continuity, with turnover causing delays and requiring additional onboarding efforts. This highlights an area for potential improvement in maintaining consistent project teams.

  • Commitment to Client Success

    Clients consistently note Highland's dedication to understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions. Their team is described as genuinely invested in client success, offering strategic guidance beyond initial project scopes.

  • High Adoption Rates for CRM Solutions

    Highland's CRM implementations, particularly with SugarCRM, have achieved high adoption rates due to their thorough training and customization to client needs. Their solutions are well-received and effective in improving business processes.

  • Flexibility and Responsiveness

    Highland is commended for their flexibility and responsiveness, adapting to evolving client needs and project scopes. Their ability to quickly address issues and incorporate feedback is a significant strength.

  • Strong Project Management Skills

    Highland is praised for their solid project management, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Their use of tools like Jira and Confluence facilitates clear communication and progress tracking, making them reliable partners.

  • Highland's Expertise in Design Sprints

    Highland excels in conducting design sprints, rapidly developing effective prototypes and solutions for clients across various industries, including healthcare, education, and finance. Clients appreciate their ability to transform ideas into functional products efficiently.

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Web App Dev for Money Management Platform

  • Custom Software Development
  • $1,000,000 to $9,999,999
  • Jan. 2018 - July 2019
4.5
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
4.0

They gradually became a strategic partner, because they had a vested interest in the long-term success of the project.”

Oct 9, 2019
CEO, Credit Union Firm
Anonymous
Verified
  • Financial services
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • 51-200 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Highland Solutions worked to create a financial management platform for a credit union. The team implemented its key function, account aggregation, and vigorously underwent user feedback processes.

Custom Software Development & CRM Consulting for Security Company

  • Custom Software Development
  • $200,000 to $999,999
  • Oct. 2017 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“They took the time to learn our process upfront, so their input is invaluable.”

Aug 22, 2019
Senior Vice President, Security Company
Anonymous
Verified
  • Other industries
  • St. Louis, Missouri
  • 5,001-10,000 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Highland Solutions helped a security company transition to a CRM solution that would be compatible with Microsoft Outlook and their decentralized team. They used SugarCRM to revamp the antiquated system.

Design Sprint & Prototype for Marketing Association

  • Web Design
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Feb. - Apr. 2019
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"It was an excellent experience. Highland Solutions approached the problem as a true partner."

Jun 27, 2019
Director of Innovation and Insights, American Marketing Association
Scott Stern
Verified
  • Advertising & marketing
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 1,001-5,000 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Highland Solutions led a design sprint for a large professional association of marketers. They created a clickable digital prototype to test new engagement models with members.

CRM Implementation for Manufacturing Firm

  • Other IT Consulting and SI
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Sep. 2017 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They were very accessible and willing to train us until we got comfortable with our CRM."

Apr 11, 2019
Sales Administrative Assistant, Hospitality Firm
Anonymous
Verified
  • Hospitality & leisure
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Highland Solutions helped implement SugarCRM and trained the in-house team to use the admin tools within the CRM. They also assisted with launching a web-to-lead platform.

Sugar CRM Implementation for Packaging Enterprise

  • Other IT Consulting and SI
  • $200,000 to $999,999
  • Mar. 2017 - Ongoing
4.5
Quality
4.5
Schedule
4.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“They add a personal touch to their service, going out of their way to ask for ways to improve.”

Feb 20, 2019
Marketing & Communications, Packaging Company
Anonymous
Verified
  • Manufacturing
  • Ohio, United States
  • 10,001+ Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Highland Solutions implemented SugarCRM, collaborating with the internal team to determine system needs and review best practices. They also provided training, testing, and modifications.

Innovation Consulting for Financial Services Organization

  • Custom Software Development
  • Confidential
  • Aug. 2016 - Ongoing
4.5
Quality
4.5
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0

“They communicate well and have high-quality deliverables.”

Feb 19, 2019
Entrepreneur in Residence, Finance Organization
Anonymous
Verified
  • Financial services
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • 5,001-10,000 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Highland Solutions collaborates closely with the in-house team and other third-party partners. They’ve worked on over 30 different projects, helping develop test frames and business ideas.

Customer Experience Consulting for Nonprofit

  • UX/UI Design
  • Confidential
  • June - Aug. 2017
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They were an ideal partner for our organization."

Feb 15, 2019
COO, Make-a-Wish Illinois
Anonymous
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Highland Solutions provided customer experience consulting and research. The team created experience maps for two different kinds of journeys while offering training assistance.

CRM Consulting for Design Firm

  • Other IT Consulting and SI
  • Confidential
  • June - Oct. 2018
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0

“They make great development partners.”

Feb 14, 2019
Sales & Marketing Coordinator, Fabrication Company
Anonymous
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Minnesota, United States
  • 51-200 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Highland Solutions used SugarCRM to design, develop, and implement a robust CRM. The platform focuses on sales by featuring tools that organize pipelines and track client interactions.

Customer Experience Consulting for Arboretum

  • UX/UI Design
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • June 2017 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They bring a tremendous amount of outside experience that we don’t have in-house."

Feb 6, 2019
Director of Membership, Museum
Anonymous
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 201-500 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Highland Solutions conducted a week-long customer experience consultation and design sprint to foster membership growth at a museum. They evaluate and test different strategies and products to build interest.

SugarCRM Implementation & Support for Software Firm

  • Custom Software Development
  • Less than $10,000
  • Nov. 2018 - Jan. 2019
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They made what could have been an extremely painful process into a fairly easy one."

Feb 1, 2019
Director of Sales & Marketing, The Lackner Group
Dana Dunmyre
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

Highland Solutions organized a SugarCRM data migration and platform training for an estate and trust software provider. They added new modules to an existing SugarCRM before importing from a FileMaker CRM.

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