About Alex Hutchinson
Alex is the Project Director firms call when technology becomes a a big enough problem or frustration.
With over seven years as a freelance IT Director for law and professional firms, he’s built a reputation for taking ownership of complex projects and delivering results without disruption.
Unlike traditional consultants with an IT manager or technical background, Alex combines a proven methodology, commercial awareness, and the ability to lead both teams and suppliers while translating outcomes for senior leadership. This ensures focus, clarity, and accountability at every stage of change.
His role spans strategic direction, tailored planning, and hands-on oversight, ensuring progress is safe, structured, and aligned with your firm’s goals.
When systems, software, or suppliers threaten performance, Alex steps in to cut through complexity, translate jargon into business outcomes, and make safe change happen.
“Firms bring me in when they need an independent fixer. Someone who can cut through vendor noise, align technology with strategy, and deliver outcomes without overhead. One project at a time, with controlled costs and board-level accountability.
Busy firms need to remove the friction that poor technology decisions create, so they can operate with confidence and focus on serving their clients.” Alex Hutchinson
The approach
Leadership, system selection, and project management - simplified.
I will always start by understanding your current position and future goals. Then we agree on key outcomes and provide advice on how to achieve them.
It begins with a free, no-obligation call to answer three key questions:
What’s your current position, including challenges and risks?
What’s your desired future state, and what have you tried before?
What’s next - strategic plan or remediation?
Every step is clear, controlled, and aligned with your firm’s objectives.
The process
A proven methodology for strategic IT change.
Since 2019, I have focused exclusively on professional services and regulated firms, refining a streamlined process that guarantees safe progress and results.
Once a plan is agreed, I can advise and lead your team or take ownership of an entire project lifecycle: key components, requirements definition, system selection as well as overseeing the entire implementation, configuration, and training. There to hold suppliers accountable, reduce risk and minimise disruption.
No unnecessary beauty parades. No botched implementations. No subpar training.
Just clear progress and integrated solutions - delivered without friction.
6-phase proven method
Eliminating the unnecessary layers of resources and documentation which are typical in larger tech projects, my approach retains the essential components needed to manage change and mitigate risk. Tailored specifically for law and professional firms, this method allows me to deliver "Project Management - Simplified."
Why Choose Me?
I speak your language
Working exclusively with professional practices and regulated businesses, I understand your world inside out. Operating comfortably at board level and liaising seamlessly with operational teams or technical experts. My focus is simple: understand your needs and implement the right solutions.
Ensure progress effectively, with minimal disruption, and always aligned to your desired outcomes.
At Hutchinson & Company, technology is the cornerstone. I help firms identify and implement solutions safely, so you can focus on what’s important to you without risk or wasted effort.
Navigate away from IT pitfalls with confidence and cost-effective solutions.
Ready to elevate your firm?
Want independent advice?
Schedule an introductory call with Alex. No charge and with no obligation. Let’s talk about how I can help you fix your technology challenges.
Want to learn more?
Start at the beginning
Understand how I help firms with tech strategy. Simple and effective. Form a direction, make changes count and move you in the right direction. Let’s be clear on where you need to go, then help you get there.