Cost depends on scope, not headcount. Small businesses don't need enterprise-scale budgets to get real AI value. What you invest depends on which engagement tier fits where you are right now.
We work in three tiers. An Assessment runs 2-3 weeks and gives you clarity on where AI can actually move the needle in your business, plus a prioritized action plan. A Sprint runs 6-8 weeks and builds functional AI workflows tied to measurable business results, like faster contract review or a working MVP. Partner is an ongoing monthly retainer for businesses that want AI capability built into how they operate, not a one-time project.
70-85% of organizations have already adopted AI in some form, according to Gartner and McKinsey. Small businesses that wait risk falling behind competitors who've already automated the busywork. The good news: you don't need to match enterprise spending to get enterprise-grade outcomes. Most small businesses start with an Assessment because it's low-commitment and tells you exactly what's worth building before you commit to a bigger scope.
What drives cost inside any tier is complexity: how many workflows or systems are involved, whether you need custom product development versus a lighter-touch integration, and how much design or UX work is required alongside the AI build. There's no flat number that applies to every business, which is why we scope every engagement individually.
See our complete guide to how pricing works across every engagement type.
Book a call and we'll figure out which tier makes sense for your business.