Our Approach to AI Solutions and Pricing
We start by understanding your challenges—then explore the AI approaches that make the most sense for you
At Great Lakes AI Solutions (GLAI.S), our goal is to make AI approachable for small and mid-sized businesses
This page explains how we think about scope, value, and complexity—because those are the factors that determine pricing.
We don’t use fixed packages because every business challenge is unique. Instead, we begin with a free Discovery Session to understand your goals, explore opportunities for AI, and identify your next steps—without jargon or pressure.
A solution designed to transform your supply chain looks very different from one focused on automating customer service. Different challenges require different approaches, technologies, timelines, and yes—different resources. Understanding the problem comes first; estimating the effort comes after.
Four Questions To Clarify Your AI Priorities
These questions aren’t about sales—they’re about helping you think clearly about your business needs and where AI can help.
1. What Does This Problem Cost You Today?
Be as specific as you can. Numbers help clarify the scope of the problem.
- Consider
- How many hours per week does your team spend on tasks that AI could handle?
- What’s the total cost of those hours? (Salary + benefits + overhead)
- Are there revenue opportunities being missed due to manual processes?
- How much does errors, delays, or inconsistent quality cost you
- Could AI help you maintain a competitive edge?
If you don’t yet have numbers, that’s okay—that’s exactly what the Discovery Session is for.
2. What Does Success Look Like in Dollars?
“Streamlined operations” is a concept; “reducing operational costs by 25% within 12 months” is a measurable goal.
- Think About
- Cost reductions and efficiency gains you want to achieve
- Additional revenue opportunities you’d like to capture
- Improvements in speed, quality, or customer experience
- Competitive positions you aim to reach
Clear success metrics guide the right approach, scope, and eventual resource commitment.
3. What Happens If You Don’t Address This Now?
Understanding the cost of inaction can help prioritize decisions:
- Consider
- Could the problem get more expensive over time?
- Are competitors already solving this challenge?
- What market share are you conceding?
- Would additional hires be needed to maintain current output?
- Are there limits to your growth because of this problem?
Even if the answers aren’t immediately obvious, thinking through them helps clarify priorities.
4. What Type of Partner Is Best For You?
AI consulting works best when there’s alignment between your needs and the approach of the partner.
- We’re a fit for organizations that:
- Face complex problems but operate with speed
- Need strategic guidance, not just implementation
- Value honest, data-driven recommendations
- Are willing to invest resources based on outcomes
- You want a partner who will say “don’t do this” when it’s the right advice
It’s equally important for you to assess potential partners and ensure the collaboration is a good match.
Next Steps
Once you’ve considered these questions, you’ll have a clearer view of what AI could do for your business.
If you already have specific numbers and clarity around your goals, a short conversation can help explore potential approaches.
If you’re still gathering data, the Discovery Session is designed to help quantify the problem and outline realistic options.
Either way, the next step is a 30-minute conversation. No pitch. No pressure. Just a straightforward conversation to clarify how AI can support your business.
Let’s Talk AI !
