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Artificial intelligence can unlock efficiency, sharper forecasting, and new product capabilities, but only with the right strategy behind it. An AI consulting firm helps you evaluate where AI fits, audit your data infrastructure, identify high-impact use cases, and build a roadmap that ties the technology to business goals. Many also guide model development, deployment, and the change management that adoption requires.
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$100,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Danvers, MAServices provided
See all 42 projectsNineTwoThree AI Studio is an AI Consultancy specializing in AI Solutions and Machine Learning Consulting. The company received 100% positive feedback, with clients praising their project management, enthusiasm, and understanding of business challenges. Notably, the firm effectively developed AI models to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness for legal document analysis.
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999London, EnglandServices provided
See all 24 projectsOpinov8 Digital and Engineering Solutions is a company specializing in custom software development, staff augmentation, and technology solutions, with expertise in areas such as mobile and web app development, cloud infrastructure, and UX/UI design. Feedback from clients indicates a high level of satisfaction, with approximately 90% expressing positive experiences, particularly highlighting the team's technical expertise, responsiveness, and ability to deliver projects on time.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Minneapolis, MNServices provided
See all 36 projectsEmergent Software is a versatile IT service provider specializing in custom software development and IT support, particularly for Microsoft Azure environments. Across their reviews, they are consistently praised for their technical proficiency, project management skills, and responsiveness, with approximately 90% of reviews highlighting their ability to deliver customized solutions efficiently and professionally. Clients commend their supportive communication and adherence to deadlines.
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Headquartered in Miami, Florida and Madrid, Spain, Sigma AI is a big data company. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and Artificial Intelligence.
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In Linthicum Heights, Maryland and Bengaluru, India, Impact Analytics is an artificial intelligence development company. They offer Artificial Intelligence and AI Consulting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, EnglandServices provided
See all 12 projectsTakeaway Reality is an innovative AR/VR development company known for delivering engaging, immersive experiences across diverse industries such as tourism, education, and real estate. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising its creativity, responsiveness, and ability to exceed expectations. Approximately 90% of reviewers highlight their impressive project management and timely delivery, underscoring their ability to transform ideas into successful digital solutions.
$75,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Cluj-Napoca, RomaniaServices provided
See all 26 projectsX2 Labs is an AI Consulting company that excels in providing Artificial Intelligence Solutions and Machine Learning Consulting services. The reviews highlight their technical expertise, innovation, and adaptability, with 100% positive feedback. Clients commend their responsive project management and seamless integration into existing teams, making them a valuable partner in achieving technological advancements and filling expertise gaps.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, ILServices provided
See all 44 projectsLaunchPad Lab is a versatile software development company specializing in custom web and mobile applications, often utilizing technologies such as Ruby on Rails and Salesforce. Their reviews reflect a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, scalable solutions on time, with an impressive 95% of clients highlighting their project management skills and adaptability to client needs. Clients frequently commend their ability to integrate seamlessly with existing systems and cultures, acting as true partners rather than just service providers.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Chicago, IL
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VikingCloud is a midsize IT managed services company. They offer IT managed services and Application Testing and were launched in 1989.
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IT managed services company SOAINT offers IT managed services and Robotics Process Automation. They are located in Madrid, Spain and Bogotá, Colombia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Naarden, Netherlands
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Emixa is a midsize IT strategy consulting company. Founded in 2022, the team provides IT strategy consulting and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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Qodea, a big data analytics company, was launched in 2009. They provides BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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In City of London, England and Birmingham, England, Computer Futures is a cloud consulting & SI company. Founded in 1986, the team provides cloud consulting & SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Cranbury, NJServices provided
See all 93 projectsIntegris is a managed IT services and cybersecurity provider, offering comprehensive remote and on-site solutions, including IT infrastructure, security testing, and cloud services. Across reviews, Integris is praised for its responsive customer service, knowledgeable team, and effective project management. Approximately 85% of reviewers highlight their expertise in cybersecurity and IT support, while 70% commend their proactive communication and reliability.
$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Indore, IndiaServices provided
See all 37 projectsSoftude Infotech Pvt Ltd is a provider of comprehensive AI consulting and development services, specializing in AI solutions, AI implementation services, and machine learning consulting. Reviews highlight the company's expertise in AI, with over 90% of clients commending their project management, clear communication, and timely delivery. Notable achievements include improved customer engagement and operational efficiencies, with average customer satisfaction improvements of 30% or more.
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Midtown Consulting Group is a business intelligence company. They are headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia and have midsize team. They provide BI & big data consulting & SI and AI Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bethlehem, PA
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Established in 2001, i&i Software, Inc is a big data company. The team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Köln, Germany
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Founded in 1974, INFODAS is a Cybersecurity company. The midsize team offers Cybersecurity and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Orlando, FL
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AIT Engineering is a Cybersecurity company. Founded in 2011, the company specializes in Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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Kaizen Analytix is a big data analytics company. In Atlanta, Georgia and Plano, Texas, their team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249St. Louis, MO
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DataServ, LLC is an ERP consulting and SI company. Their midsize team is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and provides ERP consulting and SI and Business Consulting. The firm was founded in
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Redmond, WA
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Pragna Solutions is a Recruiting company. Their midsize team is in Redmond, Washington and Bengaluru, India. Their services include Recruiting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Boston, MA
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Midsize cloud consulting & SI company MILL5, is based in Boston, Massachusetts. The team offers cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services.
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AI Agents company Rocks and Diamonds LTD is headquartered in London, England. Their services include AI Agents and AI Consulting.
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NAB Solutions INC is an ERP consulting and SI company launched in 2001. The company specializes in ERP consulting and SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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HGIA Solutions is an AI Consulting company. Founded in 2025, the team focuses on AI Consulting and Web Design. The company is headquartered in Huntersville, North Carolina.
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Witx planet private limted is a Hyderabad, India-based AI Agents company. They specialize in AI Agents and AI Consulting.
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Kurotech is an IT managed services company located in Dongjak District, South Korea. The team offers IT managed services and AI Consulting.
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EQOD is a small Scottsdale, Arizona-based Back Office Outsourcing company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntsville, AL
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Brainwaive is a Cybersecurity company. The Huntsville, Alabama-based firm was founded in 2014. Their team provides Cybersecurity and AR/VR development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hoover, AL
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SearchExpress Document Management is a Document Digitization & Management company. The Hoover, Alabama-based team focuses on Document Digitization & Management and ERP consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spanish Fort, AL
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AI company MARCentre focuses on Artificial Intelligence and AI Consulting. They were founded in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tuscaloosa, AL
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Software development firm SGS Solutions focuses on Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development. They were launched in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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AI company Ai Engine is based in San Francisco, California. Their services include Artificial Intelligence and AI Consulting.
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Graham Virtual Marketing Solutions LLC, a small social media marketing agency, is headquartered in Southbury, Connecticut. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Customer Success Consulting, LLC, a business intelligence company, is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut. The team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and IT staff augmentation.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Danbury, CT
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Optimization Partners, a business intelligence company, was established in 2012. The team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stamford, CT
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In Stamford, Connecticut, Venus Technology Ventures, Inc. Is an app development firm. The team specializes in Mobile App Development and Blockchain.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Westport, CT
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Small Content Marketing company Scriba Solutions, LLC, is in Westport, Connecticut. The team offers Content Marketing and Artificial Intelligence.
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Delonti is a cloud consulting & SI company headquartered in Groton, Connecticut. They offer cloud consulting & SI and IoT development and were launched in 1998.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Little Rock, AR
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Commercial Financing company Issac.ai is based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Launched in 2015, the team provides Commercial Financing and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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Launched in 2012, CompassRed is a business intelligence company. The small team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Green Cove Springs, FL
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AIM-E is an artificial intelligence company. They are headquartered in Green Cove Springs, Florida and have small team. They specialize in Artificial Intelligence and AI Consulting.
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Mona is an artificial intelligence company. The team offers Artificial Intelligence and AI Consulting, and the company is in Atlanta, Georgia.
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DEVONtechnologies LLC is a Coeur d'Alene, Idaho-based application development company. Their services include Mobile App Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Meridian, ID
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Applied Science and Technologies Inc is a small Cybersecurity company launched in 2015. Their team offers Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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In Chicago, Illinois, Instra.Ai is a Business Consulting company. They specialize in Business Consulting and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Snakeit Technologies is a small Staffing company based in Indianapolis, Indiana and Bengaluru, India. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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Financial Consulting company Beltran Advisors LLC was established in 2020. The firm focuses on Financial Consulting and Artificial Intelligence, and is small.
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Softworld Technologies LLC is an UX agency. The team offers UX/UI Design and BI & big data consulting & SI, and the firm is based in Des Moines, Iowa.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, ME
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Coria Inc. Is a big data analytics company. Founded in 2016, the team offers BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Towson, MD
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Precision Efforts Inc is an IT strategy consulting company. Established in 2012, their team provides IT strategy consulting and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, OmniVoid is a small software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and AR/VR development.
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Data analytics company Haystack Data Solutions is in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They focus on BI & big data consulting & SI and Artificial Intelligence.
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Artificial intelligence firm Opus Research was launched in 1985. The small team offers Artificial Intelligence and AI Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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Vizworld Inc is an artificial intelligence company. Their team is in Minneapolis, Minnesota and specializes in Artificial Intelligence and AI Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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Capnion is a Cybersecurity company. The small St. Louis, Missouri-based team provides Cybersecurity and Custom Software Development. The firm was established in 2018.
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DataJocks is an artificial intelligence development company. The St. Louis, Missouri-based company focuses on Artificial Intelligence and AI Consulting.
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AI Consulting FAQs
AI consulting companies help organizations evaluate, design, and implement artificial intelligence solutions. They audit existing data infrastructure, identify high-impact use cases such as demand forecasting or predictive maintenance, and develop roadmaps that align technology with business objectives. Many also manage model development, deployment, and the change-management work needed for adoption.
Budgets vary widely depending on several key factors, including scope, project complexity, and agency reputation. According to Clutch pricing data, smaller discovery engagements start around $15,000, while end-to-end AI transformations can exceed $250,000. Hourly rates typically fall between $125 – $300, influenced by team seniority, location, and specialization.
Consulting focuses on strategy — identifying high-impact use cases, estimating ROI, and assessing data readiness before any code is written. On the other hand, development covers the hands-on work of building, training, and deploying models. Many firms offer both, beginning with workshops and progressing to full implementation.
Clarify your business goals and success metrics first, then validate the team makeup — data scientists, ML engineers, and domain experts, not just AI generalists. Ask for relevant case studies and a clear view of how they handle data privacy and governance.
A paid discovery sprint confirms fit before a longer commitment. Cut through the clutter by leveraging Clutch’s resources and filters to streamline your search.
The clearest warning sign is guaranteed accuracy or ROI claims, such as promises of perfect precision in a fixed window; responsible firms talk in terms of evaluation and tradeoffs. Also, watch for unclear ownership of models and code, and reluctance to start with a small, measurable pilot.