How it works

Implementation + platform. No lock-in gimmicks.

Upstreme is intake infrastructure — not a SaaS subscription you configure yourself. We design, build and optimise a conversation-first intake system for your business. Here's exactly what that involves.

1.
Implementation

Weeks 1–6. Done for you. Not a software onboarding.

What's included
  • Discovery session — we audit your current intake process, map your lead sources, and identify where context is being lost
  • Diagnostic flow design — we build a conversation flow tailored to your vertical, your offer, and your buyer psychology
  • Segmentation engine — readiness bands and stream allocation logic calibrated to your sales cycle and deal dynamics
  • Operator snapshot template — the pre-briefed narrative format your team will receive before every call
  • Integration setup — hooks into your CRM, calendar, and email/SMS tools
  • Testing and calibration — we run the system with real traffic, tune the branching logic, and validate segmentation accuracy
  • Launch support — we're in the room (virtually) for the first two weeks of live operation
Timeline
4–6 weeks
Investment
From $7,500
2.
Platform + Optimisation

Ongoing. Infrastructure management, not a subscription.

What's included
  • Hosting and uptime — the intake layer runs 24/7, no maintenance required from your team
  • Monthly performance review — we analyse conversion rates by segment, response quality, and stream allocation accuracy
  • Flow optimisation — we refine questions, branching logic, and segmentation thresholds based on real data
  • New stream design — as your business evolves, we add new streams, segments, or vertical-specific flows
  • Priority support — direct access to the team building your system
Minimum engagement
Six months
Investment
From $2,500/month

The math

Here's what this looks like for a buyers agent with typical metrics.

Your average deal value:$20,000
Current monthly enquiries:20
Current conversion rate:15%
Current monthly revenue:3 × $20,000 = $60,000
 
With structured intake (+15–40% conversion lift):
Conservative (15% lift):3.45 → $69,000/mo
Moderate (25% lift):3.75 → $75,000/mo
Strong (40% lift):4.2 → $84,000/mo
 
Annual revenue uplift:$108K – $288K
Annual Upstreme cost:$37,500
ROI:2.9x – 7.7x

These aren't hypothetical. Real estate CRM vendors report 15–40% conversion lifts when agencies implement structured follow-up and automation. Upstreme goes further — it doesn't just automate follow-up, it extracts context and segments by readiness before the first human interaction.

What's not included

Be explicit about what we're not doing. This helps.

  • We don't run your ads or generate leads. Upstreme improves conversion from existing demand.
  • We don't replace your sales team. We make their first conversations ten times more informed.
  • We don't build chatbots. This is structured diagnostic infrastructure, not a widget.
  • We don't guarantee specific conversion numbers. We guarantee the system is built, calibrated, and continuously optimised.

How we work together

1
Discovery + audit
Week 1
2
Flow design + segmentation
Weeks 2–3
3
Integration + testing
Week 4
4
Live calibration
Weeks 5–6
5
Ongoing optimisation
Month 2+

Questions

How is this different from Drift or a chatbot?

Drift books meetings. Upstreme runs a structured diagnostic that extracts decision context, segments by readiness, and generates a pre-briefed narrative for your team. Your first call starts from context, not from zero.

What if I don't have enough leads yet?

Then this isn't the right investment yet. Upstreme works best when you have existing demand that's under-converting. If you're getting fewer than ten enquiries a month, focus on demand first.

Can I cancel after six months?

Yes. No lock-in after the minimum period. We'd rather earn your renewal than trap you in a contract.

Do I need to change my CRM or tools?

No. Upstreme sits in front of your existing stack and feeds context into whatever you're already using.

How long until I see results?

Most clients see measurable changes in call quality within the first month of live operation. Conversion rate improvements typically show up in months two to three as the segmentation data compounds.

What verticals do you support?

We're starting with buyers agents and expanding to mortgage brokers, financial advisors, and high-ticket B2B services. If your business involves $5K+ deals and context-heavy decisions, the system likely applies.

Ready to scope it for your business?

Start with the diagnostic — it takes two minutes and tells you whether this makes sense for your situation.

Or email nathan@signaldense.com.au