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[00]  CTO-as-a-Service · Engineering · AI

From technical chaosto systems that run.

MartialLabs is CTO-as-a-Service from the team that builds and runs MediaThrive, Xalto and KORENA, and built ApiHawk through to its acquisition. Strategy, architecture, billing, AI and automation, without the overhead of a full-time CTO.

years of CTO leadership
15+
companies built, one acquired
4
years in telecom billing & automation
15
contractor for the Finnish Government
Gov.

Trusted by teams at

10 companies
  • Ampeco
  • Traficom
  • Unicoms
  • UTI.pl
  • OpsHero
  • bulinfo.net
  • WebIt
  • Uchase
  • ICN.bg
  • SkillPlate

[01]The MartialLabs group

We don’t just advise. We build and run companies.

Every recommendation we make has been tested on our own products first. Same team, same standards, same stack you get as a client.

01 / 04Media automationOperating

MediaThrive

An end-to-end media automation platform for newsrooms, publishers and broadcasters. It turns articles and information flows into audio, podcasts, video and monitoring intelligence, without disrupting editorial workflows.

  • 100K+ global sources
  • 70+ languages
  • One-line embed
02 / 04Company brainOperating

Xalto

A self-hosted company brain. Xalto captures meetings, email, docs and decisions into private organisational memory, and makes approved knowledge available to the team and the AI tools it already uses.

  • Self-hosted
  • Private by design
  • Works with your AI assistant
03 / 04Hardwood marketplaceOperating

KORENA

A piece-level marketplace for premium hardwood slabs. Every slab is measured to the millimetre, sold as the exact board you see, and ships with an EUDR-ready passport carried by its QR code.

  • EUDR-ready passports
  • Measured to the millimetre
  • Public timber price index
04 / 04API infrastructureAcquired

ApiHawkApiHawk

An API infrastructure, billing and automation platform. Our team designed it, built it and ran it until the company was acquired.

  • Exit
  • Billing engine
  • API automation

Built by MartialLabs · Acquired

[02]CTO-as-a-Service

A senior CTO, on your terms.

Our CTO-as-a-Service offers you the expertise of a Chief Technology Officer without the overhead. From strategic planning to implementation, we provide comprehensive solutions to meet all your technical needs, ensuring long-term cost efficiency and innovation.

  1. 01

    Strategic Planning

    Develop and execute a technology roadmap aligned with your business goals to ensure sustainable growth.

  2. 02

    Custom Solutions

    Tailor-made software solutions addressing your specific needs, from billing and automation to integration and operations.

  3. 03

    Security & Compliance

    Implement advanced security measures and ensure compliance with industry standards to protect your data.

  4. 04

    Operational Efficiency

    Streamline your operations with effective workflows and automation to boost productivity and reduce costs.

  5. 05

    Technical Leadership

    Provide expert guidance and leadership to your technical team, fostering innovation and excellence.

  6. 06

    Disaster Recovery

    Ensure business continuity with robust backup solutions and disaster recovery planning.

[03]Engineering

Hands-on engineering, end to end.

Beyond leadership, our team builds: from the first prototype to production systems and the pipelines that ship them.

  • S/01

    Consultation

    • Technology strategy
    • Product roadmapping
    • Technical due diligence
  • S/02

    MVP Development

    • Lean startup methodology
    • Agile development
    • Iterative testing
  • S/03

    Software Development

    • Web applications
    • Mobile applications
    • Enterprise solutions
  • S/04

    CI/CD

    • Continuous integration
    • Continuous deployment
    • Automated testing
  • S/05

    AI / ML

    • Custom AI solutions
    • Model training and optimization
    • AI integration with existing systems

[04]How we work

Four moves. No wasted motion.

From first call to a working system. Every engagement follows the same disciplined sequence.

  1. 01

    Discovery Call

    We start with an initial call to understand your business needs and technical challenges.

  2. 02

    Requirement Collection

    Our team analyzes your requirements, current systems, and desired outcomes.

  3. 03

    Solution Proposal

    We develop and present multiple solutions, detailing benefits and costs.

  4. 04

    Implementation & Integration

    We implement or integrate the chosen solution, ensuring a smooth process.

[05]Case studies

What we build for our clients.

01AI

AI-Driven Image & Video Manipulation

Advanced AI solutions for media enhancement

We design and implement sophisticated image and video manipulation workflows using state-of-the-art AI models. Whether you need automated product image processing or object detection in visuals, we have the expertise to integrate these capabilities into your business.

Fig. 02 — AIIllustration

02Billing

Comprehensive Billing Solutions

Tailored billing systems for diverse needs

We develop and integrate powerful billing systems customized to your specific requirements. From complex telecom billing and subscription management to straightforward SaaS billing, our solutions streamline your financial processes.

Fig. 03 — BillingIllustration

03Automation

Custom Automation & Integration

Optimizing workflows with bespoke solutions

Our team creates tailored automation and integration solutions to enhance operational efficiency. By automating repetitive tasks and seamlessly integrating systems, we help you save time and resources, allowing you to focus on core business activities.

Fig. 04 — AutomationIllustration

[06]Why MartialLabs

Modern solutions to modern problems.

With over 15 years of experience, we provide top-tier technical solutions and leadership to tackle your business challenges, leveraging our extensive expertise in AI and development to drive innovation and efficiency.

  • 0115+ years of CTO experienceExtensive leadership and technical expertise.
  • 02Contractor for the Finnish GovernmentTrusted by government entities for critical projects.
  • 03Telecom Billing & Automation15 years in telecom billing and automation solutions.
  • 04DevOps ExpertiseStreamlined operations and infrastructure management.
  • 05Development First ApproachPrioritizing high-quality code and efficient solutions.
  • 06AI ExpertInnovative AI solutions for modern problems.
When I saw how MartialLabs operates and the innovative products they are building, it was an easy decision for me to join as an advisor. Collaborating with their talented team to create outstanding solutions has been a truly rewarding experience.
Viktor Bilyanski
Advisor at MartialLabs

What clients say

Client · Ampeco

“MartialLabs built a custom telecom-class billing system for us. Their expertise and attention to detail ensured a solution perfectly tailored to our needs. Their team’s proficiency and dedication made the entire process smooth and successful.”
Orlin Radev
CEO of Ampeco

Client · Traficom

“I recommend MartialLabs because of their precise work, accuracy, and proficiency. Since establishing our partnership with them, we have been working with greater efficiency and providing better-quality services to our clients.”
Sami Salmensuo
CEO of Traficom
Pavel Nikolov, co-founder and CEO of MartialLabs
Pavel NikolovCo-founder & CEO

[07]Book a consultation

Let’s talk about your technology.

Get expert guidance and tailored solutions to address your technical challenges. Here’s what you can expect from our consultation service:

  • 01Personalized Consultation
  • 02In-Depth Requirement Analysis
  • 03Tailored Solution Proposals
  • 04Implementation Roadmap
  • 05Post-Implementation Support
  • 06Expert Guidance Throughout