Matt Hutchings
Senior Technical Consultant | Full-Stack Architect | AI & Automation Specialist
Technical Consultant and Full-Stack Architect with 18 years' experience serving businesses across Lewisham and South East London. Specialist in connecting complex enterprise environments through API-led architecture, automation, and workflow intelligence.
Trusted by SaaS, fintech, and compliance-driven organisations in Lewisham to modernise legacy platforms, streamline processes, and accelerate digital transformation. My neurodivergent wiring means I bring hyperfocus, pattern recognition, and sustained commitment to complex technical challenges - turning ambitious visions into scalable reality.
Services in Lewisham
Lewisham has a diverse business community with SMEs, scale-ups, and established organisations. As a technical consultant, I help local teams leverage AI automation, cloud-native architecture, and modern development to scale reliably.
Case Study: Lewisham SME
SME / Services
Challenge
Manual, spreadsheet-led process creating delays and errors
Solution
Designed API-led workflow with AI-assisted decisioning and automated handoffs
Results
50–70% reduction in manual workload
Cycle times reduced by 2–3×
Improved data quality and reporting
"The automation made our operations smoother and far more predictable."
From neighbourhood high streets to business parks, Lewisham organisations benefit from robust, scalable systems. I build AI-powered automations, integrate CRMs and ERPs, and modernise legacy workflows to cut costs and speed up delivery.
What I Offer
Comprehensive Tech Solutions for Lewisham
From AI automation to full-stack development, we deliver cutting-edge solutions tailored to businesses in Lewisham and across London.
AI Automation & Workflow Design
Identify and automate repetitive business processes using AI-driven workflows and intelligent decision logic.
RAG & Knowledge Systems
Build Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems for smart document search and summarisation.
AI Chatbots & Agents
Design custom conversational AI agents for customer support, internal knowledge, and lead qualification.
Document Processing & Compliance Automation
Automate document classification, data extraction, and multi-step approvals with AI.
AI-Enhanced Analytics & Reporting
Use AI to generate insights, summaries, and anomaly detection across datasets.
Workflow Orchestration & n8n Integration
Connect SaaS and internal systems with n8n for end-to-end automation.
Web Application Development
Design and develop scalable web applications tailored to unique business needs.
API Development & Integration
Create RESTful or GraphQL APIs for data flow between services and clients.
Custom Dashboards & Portals
Develop real-time dashboards, reporting tools, and client portals.
CMS & Headless Architecture
Implement headless CMS systems for flexible, content-driven platforms.
Frontend Engineering
Build high-performance user interfaces for modern web applications.
Cloud-Native Architecture Design
Architect scalable, secure systems on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Serverless Application Development
Develop event-driven, low-cost serverless systems for scale.
CI/CD & DevOps Automation
Automate build, testing, and deployment pipelines for continuous delivery.
Infrastructure as Code
Manage infrastructure declaratively for consistency and scalability.
Monitoring & Performance Optimisation
Improve reliability, observability, and system performance across environments.
SaaS & ERP Integration
Connect CRMs, ERPs, and third-party services through robust API integrations.
Payment & Authentication Systems
Integrate secure payment gateways and identity providers.
Data Synchronisation & Migration
Clean, migrate, and sync datasets across multiple systems.
Compliance & Workflow Automation
Automate reporting, approvals, and audit logging for compliance.
Digital Transformation Strategy
Guide organisations through technology modernisation and process redesign.
Architecture Review & System Design
Audit and improve existing systems for performance, scalability, and maintainability.
Technical Due Diligence
Assess technical assets and risks for investment or acquisition decisions.
Fractional CTO Advisory
Provide technical leadership and architecture guidance for scaling teams.
Automation Opportunity Discovery
Identify high-ROI automation targets through deep process mapping.
What I Do
Scalable Architecture & Cloud Infrastructure Design
I design and implement robust, scalable architectures that grow with your business. From API-led integration patterns to cloud-native infrastructure, I build systems that are maintainable, performant, and future-proof.
Key Deliverables:
- System architecture design and technical specifications
- API design and integration strategy
- Cloud infrastructure setup (AWS, Docker, CI/CD)
- Database design and optimization
- Performance and scalability planning
Recent Example:
Architected Laravel 12 + React CMS and Next.js 14 Dashboard for A2V Limited, integrating Sage 200 ERP and Monday.com for real-time compliance management across 5 departments.
Tech Stack
AI & Machine Learning
Backend & Infrastructure
Frontend & UI
Cloud & DevOps
Authentication & Payments
Communication & Real-time
Search, Analytics & Monitoring
Enterprise Integrations
Laravel Ecosystem Expertise (18 years PHP)
Deep expertise across the entire Laravel ecosystem, from core framework features to deployment platforms and third-party integrations.
How I Use AI
As an AI specialist, I don't just build AI products - I actively use AI tools in my daily workflow to accelerate development, experiment with emerging technologies, and stay at the cutting edge of innovation.
AI-Assisted Development
I use GitHub Copilot and Cursor daily for code generation, refactoring, and documentation. This allows me to move faster while maintaining high code quality.
Rapid Prototyping
I leverage V0.dev, Bolt, and other AI prototyping tools to quickly validate ideas and create working demos. This dramatically reduces time-to-feedback for new features.
Multi-LLM Experimentation
I actively experiment with OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, and other LLMs to understand their strengths and choose the right model for each use case.
Workflow Automation
I build custom n8n workflows and AI agents to automate repetitive tasks, from data processing to customer communication, freeing up time for high-value work.
AI Philosophy
I believe AI is a tool for augmentation, not replacement. The best results come from combining AI's speed and pattern recognition with human judgment, creativity, and domain expertise. I use AI to handle the repetitive and mundane, so I can focus on architecture, strategy, and solving complex problems that require deep technical understanding.
Engagement Models
Flexible engagement options to match your project needs and compliance requirements
Permanent
Direct EmploymentLong-term technical leadership roles in SaaS, fintech, or enterprise environments.
Let's Transform Your Lewisham Business
If you're a Lewisham-based business looking for a senior technical consultant who can architect scalable systems, integrate AI automation, and deliver measurable business impact, let's talk.
Serving businesses across Lewisham, South East London, and surrounding areas
Available for contract or direct consulting engagements from November 2025
Day rate: £500-1000 depending on engagement