A lean approach
- Choose the job that most limits growth today.
- Ship a focused version with one or two integrations.
- Measure one outcome for a few weeks.
- Add the next capability as a fixed-price addition.
AI inside your product
If the agent is part of your product (an AI-powered SaaS feature), plan for multiple customers, usage costs per customer, data separation and model choice early. That is typically a Medium project ($6,000–$15,000, usually 3–4 months) as a rough guide. See our AI software & product engineering.
Own your accounts and data
Keep cloud, AI provider and messaging accounts in your company's name from day one. You pay providers directly, keep control of your data, and avoid lock-in.
Frequently asked questions
Can we build an MVP agent first?
Yes — a focused minimum version is the usual starting point, and it is quoted as one fixed price.
Which model should a startup use?
Start with a capable hosted model for speed; switch or mix models later as cost and quality data come in.