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AI Project Cost Calculator
Estimate what it costs to build an AI-assisted ops solution — discovery, build, review, infra and ongoing run — so you can plan before you request a quote.
Quick answer
Choose solution type, integrations, data readiness, review need, rate band and volume. The calculator returns discovery, build, QA, infra, monthly ongoing and a year-1 total range with contingency.
1 · Scope
What are you building?
2 · Delivery
How will it be delivered?
3 · Cost estimate
Year-1 planning range
Discovery
£0
Build
£0
Review & QA
£0
Infra (year 1)
£0
Ongoing / month
£0
Total year-1 range
£0 – £0
Indicative planning figures only — not a fixed quote. Scope, data quality and review design move cost more than model choice.
How to use this calculator
- 1 Choose solution type, integrations, data readiness and review need.
- 2 Pick a rate band and expected monthly volume.
- 3 Set a contingency buffer if you want a wider planning range.
- 4 Read discovery, build, QA, infra, ongoing and year-1 total — then compare to ROI.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this a formal quote?
No. It is a planning model from typical delivery days and rate bands. A scoped discovery produces a real quote.
What drives cost the most?
Integrations, messy data and heavy review design — more than which model you use.
What is included in year-1 total?
One-off discovery, build and QA, plus year-1 infra and 12 months of modelled ongoing cost, with your contingency buffer.
How should I use this with the ROI calculator?
Cost answers “what will we spend?” ROI answers “what might we save?” Compare year-1 spend to projected savings before you fund a pilot.