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Introduction
OpenClaw is open source and free. But getting it from "installed on a laptop" to "running 24/7 in production, handling real customer interactions, with security hardening and monitoring" — that's where most teams stall. Our setup service bridges that gap. We've done it enough times to have repeatable patterns that get you live in 2 weeks, not 2 months.
What's Included
Every OpenClaw Consult setup service includes:
Agent design. We map your workflows, identify what to automate, and design agent behaviors. What triggers the agent, what it does, when it escalates to a human, and what success looks like.
Custom build. Full implementation of your OpenClaw system. Custom Skills for your specific tools and workflows. Multi-agent orchestration if needed.
Security hardening. Network isolation, secret management, prompt injection defense, sandboxing, and access controls. Production-grade from day one.
Integrations. Connection to your existing tools — CRM, email, support desk, payments, messaging. Pre-built patterns for common tools; custom integration for everything else.
Deployment. Production hosting on your preferred infrastructure. Monitoring, alerting, and automatic restarts. We deploy to AWS, DigitalOcean, or your own servers.
Documentation. Written documentation of everything we built — architecture, Skills, configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Handoff training. Live training session with your team. How to operate, monitor, and modify the system. You should be self-sufficient when we're done.
30-day warranty. Bug fixes and adjustments for 30 days after launch at no extra charge.
The Process
Day 1–3: Discovery. We learn your business, workflows, tools, and goals. You walk us through what you want automated. We ask questions, identify edge cases, and define scope. Deliverable: written scope document with timeline and price.
Day 4–8: Build. Implementation. Custom Skills, agent configuration, integrations, and security. You see progress demos during this phase. Feedback loops keep us aligned.
Day 9–11: Test. We run the system against real scenarios. Edge cases, error handling, escalation paths. You test alongside us and flag anything that doesn't match expectations.
Day 12–14: Deploy and hand off. Production deployment, monitoring setup, documentation delivery, and team training. The system goes live and you're self-sufficient.
Security Hardening
Every deployment includes these security measures:
- Container sandboxing. OpenClaw runs in an isolated environment. No access to host systems beyond what's explicitly allowed.
- Secret management. API keys and credentials stored securely, never exposed to agent context. Rotated on schedule.
- Network isolation. Agents can only reach approved endpoints. No unrestricted internet access.
- Prompt injection defense. Input validation, output filtering, and context separation to prevent manipulation.
- Access control. Role-based permissions. Not everyone needs admin access to the agent system.
- Monitoring and alerting. Real-time visibility into agent behavior, API costs, and errors. Alerts for anomalies.
Common Integrations
Tools we've integrated repeatedly and have pre-built patterns for:
CRM: Salesforce, HubSpot, Pipedrive, Close. Lead creation, contact updates, deal progression.
Support: Intercom, Zendesk, Freshdesk. Ticket triage, auto-responses, escalation routing.
Ecommerce: Shopify, WooCommerce, Stripe. Order lookup, refund processing, inventory alerts.
Messaging: Slack, WhatsApp, Telegram, email (SendGrid, Postmark). Agent notifications and customer communication.
Scheduling: Calendly, Cal.com. Appointment booking, availability checks.
Custom APIs: Any REST or GraphQL API your business uses. We build custom Skills for your proprietary tools.
DIY vs Setup Service
| Factor | DIY | Setup Service |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Free (your team's time) | Project-based pricing |
| Timeline | 4–12 weeks (realistic) | 2 weeks |
| Security | What you know to implement | Production-grade included |
| Edge cases | Discovered in production | Caught in testing |
| Documentation | What you write yourself | Professional docs included |
| Support | Community forums | Direct access + retainer option |
| Risk | Higher — learning on production | Lower — proven patterns |
DIY works for technical teams with time and patience. The setup service works for everyone else — and for technical teams who'd rather spend their time on product, not infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the OpenClaw setup service take?
Standard implementations ship in 2 weeks. Complex multi-agent systems or enterprise deployments with extensive integrations may take 3–4 weeks. You get a timeline in the scope document before we start.
Do I need to be technical?
No. We handle the technical complexity. You need to explain your business workflows and test the system. After handoff training, you can operate it without writing code.
What if I need changes after launch?
The 30-day warranty covers bug fixes and adjustments. Beyond that, our monthly retainer provides ongoing support, new workflows, and optimization. Or you can handle changes yourself — we train your team.
Can you set up OpenClaw on my existing servers?
Yes. We deploy on your infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure, DigitalOcean, bare metal) or provision new infrastructure. Your data stays on your servers.
Conclusion
The gap between installing OpenClaw and running it in production is where most teams lose weeks or months. Our setup service closes that gap in 2 weeks with a production-grade system, security hardening, and full documentation. Every build includes handoff training so you're self-sufficient from day one.
Apply for a discovery call and we'll scope your setup within 48 hours.