Available for new projects from May 2027

Turning complex IT into real results.

I'm Henrik Nørfjand Stengaard, an independent IT consultant with more than 20 years of experience. I help companies design, build and run software and cloud platforms that are reliable, scalable and a pleasure to work with.

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Why First Realize

Senior expertise, without the overhead

Working with an independent consultant means direct access to the person doing the work – no account managers, no juniors learning on your budget.

  • 01

    Pragmatic

    The simplest solution that solves the real problem – not the trendiest one.

  • 02

    Transparent

    Clear communication, honest estimates and no hidden agendas or vendor lock‑in.

  • 03

    Hands‑on

    Strategy is only as good as its execution. I write code, not just slides.

Years of experience
20+
Years as a freelancer
15
Client projects
20+
Certifications
14

Approach

A clear path from idea to impact

A simple, transparent process – so you always know where things stand.

  1. 01

    Discover

    A free initial call to understand your goals, constraints and where you stand today.

  2. 02

    Plan

    A clear proposal with scope, milestones and a transparent budget – no surprises.

  3. 03

    Deliver

    Hands‑on work in short iterations, with regular demos and honest status updates.

  4. 04

    Hand over

    Documentation and knowledge transfer so your team owns the result long after I leave.

Have a project in mind?

Let's talk about your goals. The first conversation is free and without obligation.