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one six one

Simplifying Software
To Drive Real Growth.

At one six one, we are independent software consultants and business process optimization advisors obsessed with building clear, connected tech ecosystems for growing companies.

2021

Founded

12+ Yrs

Domain Expertise

500+

Stacks Optimized

100%

Independent Advice

01 / OUR NARRATIVE

Beyond Tool Overload.
Optimising How Your Business Works.

We don't believe businesses need more software. They need the right software, connected to the right processes, working together to make the business more efficient.

As businesses grow, their software stack grows with them. New tools are added to solve individual problems, but over time those tools can create disconnected workflows, duplicated work, unnecessary costs, and limited visibility.

At one six one, we look beyond individual software products. We understand how your business works, identify where processes can be improved, and determine how technology can work together to support those improvements.

The goal isn't more software. It's a better-running business.

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02 / OUR DNA

What's in a Name?

One Six One is built around the Golden Circle principle: start with Why. For us, that Why is simple — to optimise businesses.

We believe technology should serve that purpose, not become the purpose itself. We start by understanding why the business needs to improve, then use the right software, processes, and connected systems to make it happen.

WHY — Optimise Businesses

We start by understanding the business, its goals, processes, and opportunities for improvement.

HOW — Connect People, Processes & Technology

We bring software, workflows, people, and processes into alignment so the business operates as one connected system.

WHAT — Choose & Optimise the Right Software

We help businesses choose and optimise the right technology without adding unnecessary tools, complexity, or cost.

“Start with Why. Optimise the business. Let technology do the rest.”

03 / VISION & CORE VALUES

The Principles That Guide Us

We believe technology should make businesses simpler, more efficient, and easier to scale—not more complicated.

Business-First Thinking

Start with the business, not the software.

Understand the goals and processes first. Then find where technology can improve them.

Measurable Impact

Optimise for outcomes, not more technology.

Reduce costs, eliminate manual work, improve efficiency, and increase visibility.

Connected Systems

Make the whole ecosystem work together.

Connect systems, workflows, and processes so the business operates as one.

Abhishek Sharma, Founder and Lead Consultant at One Six One
FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT

Abhishek Sharma

Growth Strategist • Technology Advisor • Business Process Optimizer

04 / LEADERSHIP

The Mind Behind one six one

Abhishek Sharma founded one six one to challenge how businesses select and adopt software. With over a decade of expertise in business process engineering, software strategy, and operational leverage, Abhishek helps companies eliminate digital clutter.

"Great organizations aren’t built by buying more software apps—they are built on clear processes, connected systems, and relentless operational focus."

Under his guidance, one six one has audited over 500 software ecosystems, helping companies save millions in unnecessary subscription overhead while saving hundreds of manual labor hours each year.

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Let's Connect Your Systems and Optimize Your Processes

We identify process inefficiencies and disconnected systems, then help you streamline workflows and build a more efficient way of working.

100% Free Strategy Session

We outline potential software savings upfront. No sales pressure, pure consultation.

Custom Software Stack Blueprint

A clear visual roadmap mapping tools, integrations, software costs, and dependencies.

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