Not Your Average Advisor. Not Your Average Outcomes.
Behind-the-Scenes Expertise. Front-of-the-Line Results.
Not Your Average Advisor. Not Your Average Outcomes.
Behind-the-Scenes Expertise. Front-of-the-Line Results.
About StrategIQ IT
Our Mission
At StrategIQ, our mission is to empower businesses to make smarter, faster, and more cost-effective technology decisions by providing unfiltered insight, strategic guidance, and insider expertise. We cut through the complexity of the partner and vendor ecosystem to deliver real value—maximizing ROI, minimizing waste, and helping our clients win with clarity and confidence.
About StrategIQ IT
Our Mission
StrategIQ was founded by Brian Friedopfer, a seasoned technology executive with a unique advantage: he’s been on both sides of the table.
Brian spent most of his career on the customer side, leading technology strategy, evaluating vendors, and navigating the often frustrating world of sales pitches, inflated pricing, and one-size-fits-all solutions. As a buyer, he saw firsthand how hard it was to get straight answers, fair pricing, and real strategy—without the spin.
That frustration fueled a bold pivot. Brian joined the partner and reseller world, where he built one of the most successful CX and collaboration practices in the industry—from the ground up to over $100M in annual revenue in just a few years. His goal? To build the kind of practice he always wished existed when he was a customer. One that actually put clients first.
Now, free from corporate red tape and incentives, Brian founded StrategIQ with a clear mission:
To do right by customers.
Leveraging his insider knowledge of how vendors, OEMs, partners, and aggregators really operate—from discount structures and incentive programs to back-end margins and deal structuring—Brian helps clients select the right technology, negotiate better deals, and avoid costly mistakes.
He cuts through the noise, sidesteps the BS, and empowers clients to:
- Navigate complex RFPs and procurement cycles
- Optimize spend and maximize ROI
- Design solutions that actually match business needs
- Leverage the inner workings of the partner ecosystem for better pricing, service, and results
StrategIQ isn’t just another consultancy. It’s a strategic weapon for businesses that are done being oversold and underserved. Brian brings truth, clarity, and real strategy to a world too often clouded by fluff.
If you’re ready to make smarter tech decisions—with a trusted advisor who’s seen it all—you’re ready for StrategIQ.
Our Process
At StrategIQ, we keep it simple, strategic, and focused on results. No fluff. No red tape. Just a smarter way to make technology decisions.
1. Discovery & Alignment
We start by understanding your business goals, current tech landscape, challenges, and where you're losing time or money. Whether it's vendor fatigue, confusing proposals, or unclear ROI—we dig in.
2. Strategy & Insight
We apply insider knowledge from both the customer and partner side to identify the best-fit technologies, partners, and deal structures. You get unfiltered advice and real-world guidance—based on how the ecosystem actually works.
3. Selection & Design
We guide or lead the RFP process, review proposals, help design scalable solutions, and ensure everything aligns with your business—not a quota.
4. Negotiation & Optimization
Here’s where the real savings happen. We help you leverage partner margins, vendor incentives, bundling tactics, and back-end programs to secure better pricing, terms, and value—without the BS.
5. Decision Support & Execution
We act as a true partner through final selection and contract execution. No pressure, no agenda—just a focus on your best outcome.
Contact Us
Questions or Comments?
We know that our clients have unique needs. Send us a message, and we will get back to you soon.
Hours
Mon | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Tue | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Wed | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Thu | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Fri | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Sat | Closed | |
Sun | Closed |
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