How Much Does AI Automation Cost?
Transparent pricing. No hidden fees. Start small or go all-in—every tier includes deployment and post-launch monitoring.
Quick-Launch Automation
Launch-ready AI automation—delivered and ready to go live.
$299 – $999
- Automation built for your specific use case—email triage, scheduling, CRM sync, and more
- Delivered ready to run—connect your accounts and go live the same day
- Video walkthrough so you see exactly how everything works
- 3 days of email support after delivery
Done-for-You Build
Custom automation, built for you
Starting at $1,000
- Custom workflow design & build
- Deployment into your existing tools
- 14-day post-launch tuning
- Direct support during onboarding
Full Operations Package
Full operations upgrade
Starting at $6,000
- Complete operations audit
- Automation roadmap
- 3–5 custom AI workflows
- 30-day performance report
- Dedicated project support
AI Operations Partnership
Ongoing optimization & new workflows
$300 – $5,000/mo
- Monthly workflow optimization
- New automations as needs evolve
- Priority support
- Performance reporting
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Book a Free Discovery CallHow Does This Compare to the Alternatives?
Most small businesses choosing between hiring help, building it themselves, or working with us find that done-for-you automation pays for itself fastest.
| Factor | Hiring a VA | DIY Tools (e.g., standard workflow platforms) | AMA (Done-for-You) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,200 – $5,000+ | $20 – $100/mo + your time | $299 one-time (Quick-Launch Automation) or project-based |
| Time to deploy | 2–4 weeks (recruiting, onboarding, SOPs) | Weeks–months of learning + building | Days to weeks |
| Ongoing maintenance | You manage them | You fix what breaks | We monitor & tune (14–30 days included) |
| Scales with growth | More clients = more hires | Task limits; costs spike at volume | Systems scale without headcount |
| Reliability | Human availability, turnover | Breaks when apps update | Built for edge cases; monitored |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does AI automation cost for a small business—and is it actually worth it?
Most small businesses invest between $299 and $5,000, depending on whether they start with a launch-ready automation (our Quick-Launch Automation, from $299) or a fully custom build—and most break even within the first month. Compare that to a virtual assistant at $1,600–$3,000/month with training, turnover, and management overhead on top. Our builds are a fixed investment that keeps running without a recurring payroll line, and every project includes hands-on support after launch so you're not left figuring it out alone.
Do I need to be technical to use AI automation in my business?
No—that's the whole point of done-for-you. We handle the building, testing, and deployment; you just use the result, the same way you use email or your calendar. Your automations plug into tools you already know (Gmail, your CRM, Slack, and more), and every project comes with hands-on support after launch so nothing breaks without someone watching. If you can describe what's eating your time, we can automate it.
How long does it take to get AI automation up and running?
Most projects go from first call to working automation in one to three weeks—not months. We start with a Workflow Analysis to identify your highest-ROI opportunities, then build and deploy into the tools you're already using. There's no system overhaul and no downtime; your team keeps working the same way while the automation handles what used to be manual.
What happens if I start small and want to add more automations later?
Everything we build is designed to grow with you. If you start with a Quick-Launch Automation and decide you need a fully custom build, we'll credit a portion of what you paid toward the upgrade—the sooner you decide, the more credit you receive. Returning clients who've completed a project also qualify for a discount on their next build. Every engagement builds on what you already have—we design automations to work alongside your existing systems and workflows.
What does "done-for-you" actually mean—do I still have to set things up myself?
No. We handle everything: mapping your workflows, building the automations, deploying them into your existing tools, and monitoring performance after launch. You don't log into a platform, watch tutorials, or troubleshoot when something breaks—that's our job. You get a working system and the documentation to understand what it does, without having to build or maintain it yourself.
Is my data safe when I use AI automation?
Yes. The platform we build on is SOC 2 Type II certified, HIPAA approved, and compliant with GDPR and PIPEDA. Your data is encrypted at every stage (AES-256 at rest, TLS 1.2+ in transit), never sold, and never used to train AI models. For full details, we're happy to walk through our security setup on a call.
How do I know if AI automation is the right fit for my business?
The best fit is a service business with 2–50 employees where the team is spending 10 or more hours a week on repetitive tasks—things like email follow-ups, scheduling, CRM updates, invoicing, etc. You're already using tools like Gmail, a CRM, or a scheduling platform, and you're busy enough that the excess admin hours are starting to hold back profit growth. If that sounds like your situation, a free discovery call is the fastest way to find out what's worth automating first.