The Hastings Group is a New York-based boutique consulting firm founded in 2002 that specializes in technology strategy, business and technical analysis, and system design services for the financial services industry. Our founders have over 18 years consulting experience in various industries and businesses including real estate lending and finance, securities trading and sales desks, and state-level government organizations. We follow a customized methodology based on visual designs and rigorous testing that allows us to drive the delivery of high-quality software designs at top speed. Our rapid prototyping design technique allows us to work design into the earliest stages of the development life-cycle so we can collaborate with both the business and development teams before any detailed design or development ever takes place. The result is that we are able to build the right solution the first time out. We have helped our clients build mission-critical technology solutions, reduce costs, and drive new revenue through lean execution services. Our consultants are carefully selected first-class professionals with the precise skills and qualities required to ensure complete proficiency in our service offerings. New consultants are mentored by senior, experienced team members and trained in various design and analysis methods. All THG consultants enjoy the flexibility of independent contracting but the benefit of steady client work.