Three ways to work with Aries.
Every engagement is built for founder-led businesses doing $2M-$50M in revenue. Diagnose, build, or stay embedded — pick the entry point that matches the moment.
Most engagements start with a 30-minute call
A working conversation about where you are, what you have tried, and which entry point — Audit, Platform, or Fractional Strategy — actually matches the next 90 days.
AI consulting for small business — common questions
What is AI consulting for a small business?
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AI consulting helps a small or mid-sized business figure out where artificial intelligence will actually create ROI — then implement it. For founder-led companies, that usually means auditing your current tools and workflows, prioritizing a few high-impact AI use cases, and either advising your team or building the solution. Aries focuses on $2M-$50M businesses, not enterprise IT.
How much does an AI business consultant cost?
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It depends on scope. A fixed-fee AI readiness audit starts at $15K, fractional AI strategy retainers start around $4K/month, and custom AriesOS platform builds start from $25K. Every engagement is quoted up front — no hourly billing or surprise change orders.
What AI solutions work best for small businesses?
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The highest-ROI AI solutions for small businesses are usually workflow automation, sales and lead prioritization, customer-support assistance, and unifying data across disconnected SaaS tools. The right starting point depends on your operations — which is exactly what an AI readiness audit identifies before you spend on tooling.
Do you offer AI consulting outside Phoenix?
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Yes. Aries is headquartered in Gilbert, Arizona and serves the entire Phoenix metro in person, plus remote engagements with founder-led businesses across the United States.