AI Services for SMBs and Founders

AI Consulting for Small Businesses That Ships Real Results

We help small businesses find the right AI use cases, then build and integrate them. Strategy, automation and custom GPTs from a team that has shipped 200+ apps.

  • Start with a clear plan, not a science project
  • Automate support, data, reporting and admin work
  • Senior AI team with nearshore cost savings

Building custom software since 2008. 200+ B2B and B2C solutions delivered.

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Since 2008Building custom software
200+Software solutions delivered
25Senior developers, designers, testers and PMs
1/3Of U.S. team cost with nearshore staff
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Why small businesses hire us for AI

Business first, tech second

We look at your goals and pick AI use cases that save time or make money. No tech for tech's sake.

We build what we recommend

Our team does the work too: generative AI, custom GPTs, AI RPA automation and vector databases.

Lower cost senior talent

Nearshore Latin American developers, designers and testers cost about a third of U.S. teams.

Same timezone, same language

Our nearshore teams work your hours, so questions get answered the same day.

A proven path to launch

Our field-tested 5D Process takes an idea from Discovery to a live, supported product.

Support after go-live

Monthly support plans include 24/7 server monitoring, database backup and monthly reports.

What our AI consulting covers

Most small businesses know AI can help but are not sure where to start. We begin with a Discovery session to learn your goals, your workflows and your data. Then we map the use cases worth doing, the tech stack to use, and the budget and schedule to get there.

From there you can keep going with the same team. We design, build, deploy and support the solution, or place nearshore developers on your team under your management.

  • AI consulting: where AI fits in your strategy and processes
  • Generative AI integrated into your app or workflow
  • Custom GPT creations built for your business rules
  • Conversational AI assistants with realistic avatars
  • AI RPA for repetitive tasks and intelligent workflow automation
  • Model training and vector database setup and management
  • AI workshops to upskill your team
  • AI-first product development, from MVP to launch
  • Sample use cases: customer support automation, call transcription and summaries, sentiment analysis, data insights, fraud detection, document review

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What our AI consulting covers

Founders and SMBs we have built for

“Shane Ettestad's concept for HomeKey required an MVP balancing a complex, AI-enabled backend with a consumer-friendly user experience.”
HomeKey{ "company": "HomeKey", "project_type": "Home Management App", "contact": "Shane Ettestad" }
“A new internal predictive analytics engine gave Bigg Whale's reps a competitive edge and positioned Susan Horowitz to scale her investment firm.”
Bigg Whale{ "company": "Bigg Whale", "project_type": "Internal Fintech Software", "contact": "Susan Horowitz" }
“Founder Kevin Berk's MVP for ServiceGuru lacked a key feature set that slowed his sales efforts into retail and restaurants.”
ServiceGuru{ "company": "ServiceGuru", "project_type": "Retail Software Startup", "contact": "Kevin Berk" }

What happens next

  1. We review your request

    Tell us your business, your goals and the tasks you want AI to handle. We read it before we call.

  2. Discovery call

    We talk through your workflows, data and budget, then point out the AI use cases with the best payoff.

  3. You get a plan

    We lay out scope, technology, team and schedule so you can decide what to build first.

Frequently asked questions

How much does AI consulting cost?

It depends on scope. We scope pricing after a Discovery session, where we build the budget, plan and schedule with you. Ongoing support plans start at $625 per month for up to 5 hours.

Are we too small for this?

No. We focus on founders, startups and small and medium businesses. We do not do large-enterprise IT outsourcing or legacy ERP work.

How long does Discovery take?

Discovery runs 2 to 4 weeks. It covers goals, key features, integrations, business model and a technology stack recommendation.

Can you add AI to an app we already have?

Yes. We support and extend apps built by our team or by other developers, including code reviews and integrating with your existing codebase.

Where is your team based?

We are headquartered in Arizona and serve clients across the U.S., with nearshore delivery teams throughout Latin America and the Western Hemisphere.

Will you train our staff to use AI?

Yes. We run AI workshops that give your team practical skills, and we offer AI consulting to fit AI into your wider business strategy.

Find the AI that actually pays off

Tell us what slows your business down. We will show you where AI helps, what it takes to build, and what comes next.

  • Start with a clear plan, not a science project
  • Automate support, data, reporting and admin work
  • Senior AI team with nearshore cost savings

Prefer to talk? Call +1 573-321-3030

What do you want AI to help with first?

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