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Solution Design Group

IT consulting, software development, system integration

Overview

Solution Design Group (SDG) helps organizations by providing tailored IT services, including software development, system integration, and IT strategy consulting. It serves clients from local and national businesses to educational institutions, like NYU, with custom technology solutions built by a team of full-time, salaried consultants. The company operates on a service-based model: projects are priced per engagement, hourly, or through long-term contracts, and work is delivered through experienced, customer-focused teams. SDG stands out because its workforce is 100% employee-owned via an ESOP, which fosters high employee engagement and accountability. It also emphasizes quality, customer success, and community involvement, such as sponsoring local events and volunteering. The company’s goal is to deliver high-quality, customized IT solutions that meet each client’s needs while maintaining a strong, purpose-driven culture and positive community impact.

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About Solution Design Group

Simplify's Rating
Why Solution Design Group is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

ConsultingEnterprise Software

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minnetonka, MN

Founded

1989

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What believers are saying

  • SDG won the 2025 Top Workplace award for the eighth straight year.
  • 2026 podcasts and insights show active positioning around AI trust, cost control, and governance.
  • Customer references like Minnesota Star Tribune and NYU signal durable enterprise relationships.

What critics are saying

  • Glassdoor reviews in 2026 still cite multiple layoffs and weak promotion runway.
  • Accenture, Slalom, and regional boutiques pressure SDG on AI and software consulting deals.
  • If AI commoditizes prototyping, SDG loses margin unless it shifts into higher-trust transformation work.

What makes Solution Design Group unique

  • SDG is employee-owned, with 2026 messaging centered on AI consulting and delivery.
  • Its 2026 case studies span Minnesota Star Tribune, Thrivent, Holmes, and New York University.
  • SDG pairs consulting, product design, and software delivery under one Golden Valley brand.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Company Equity
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Phone/Internet Stipend

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