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Whitby, Ontario · Serving Durham & GTA Est. 2002

The last IT consultant (and AI partner) you'll ever need.

Your always-on tech partner. Two decades shipping at the highest level — now channeled into helping startups and local businesses build with AI, ship products, and actually understand their technology.

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Est.Shipping since 2002
Banks led5 major banks
BaseWhitby, ON
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The AI ecosystem we build with — every day
OpenAIAnthropicGoogle DeepMindMeta AINVIDIAStability AIMidjourneyPerplexityMistralCohereHugging FaceAWS Bedrock OpenAIAnthropicGoogle DeepMindMeta AINVIDIAStability AIMidjourneyPerplexityMistralCohereHugging FaceAWS Bedrock

One consultant. Infinite capabilities.

§ 01 · What we build

Six disciplines, one operator. Every engagement is led end-to-end — no hand-offs, no agency overhead, no rotating junior teams.

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Custom AI Agents

AI Agents

Intelligent voice, chat, and workflow agents built on OpenAI, Anthropic, and open models — trained on your data. They don't just answer, they execute.

OpenAIClaudeVoice
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Business Automation

AI Automation

End-to-end automation that eliminates manual busywork. Lead capture, invoicing, reporting — AI handles the heavy lifting while your team ships.

n8nZapierLangGraph
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Product Development

MVP & Product Dev

Idea to launch at startup speed. AI-native products, SaaS platforms, and internal tools — architected lean, shipped production-ready.

Next.jsSupabaseStripe
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Strategic Planning

AI Strategy

Where should AI actually fit in your business? We cut through the hype and build a practical roadmap with measurable ROI milestones.

RoadmapROI Model
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Cloud Architecture

Cloud & Infra

Scalable infrastructure that grows with you — DevOps, microservices, cost optimization. Enterprise patterns, startup budget.

AWSAzureGCP
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Tech Support

IT Consulting

Your fractional CTO and IT department. Strategy, system setup, troubleshooting, websites, local SEO — whatever you need, under one roof.

Fractional CTOSEO

Meet Rishi Vyas.

§ 02 · The Builder

Twenty years at the sharpest end of enterprise tech — now applying that rigour directly to your problem, without the agency layers.

Founder № 01 · Whitby
Rishi Vyas
IT Consultant
AI Strategist

20+ years shipping technology at the highest level — multi-million dollar product launches at Scotiabank, CIBC, HSBC, Barclays, and TD. Mobile banking apps, cloud migrations, microservices platforms.

Now channeling that enterprise firepower into helping startups and growing businesses build with AI. Based in Whitby, Ontario — working with clients across the GTA and beyond.

AWS Solutions Architect Certified ScrumMaster SAFe 5.0 20+ Years 5 Major Banks
The best AI isn't the most complex — it's the one that actually solves a problem your customers care about. — Rishi Vyas, Founder
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Startup speed, enterprise rigour.

Bank-grade thinking applied at startup velocity — the best of both worlds, without the tradeoffs.

Direct access, zero layers.

You work with me. No junior hand-offs, no agency overhead, no rotating account managers.

Results over hype.

AI that delivers measurable ROI. Not demos — production systems your customers actually use.

§ 03 · How it works

Simple. Fast. No BS.

Three steps from idea to impact. No long contracts, no hundred-page proposals, no theatre — just work that ships.

01 Discovery

15-minute call.

We learn your goals, pain points, and where AI can make the biggest impact. Zero pressure, always free.

02 Strategy & Build

Clear plan, clear price.

Tight scope, transparent pricing, real timeline. We build fast, iterate faster, keep you in the loop every step.

03 Launch & Scale

Ship. Measure. Grow.

Production launch, measured results, continuous optimization. We stick around to make sure it actually works.

Local roots, global reach.

§ 04 · Where we operate

In-person across Durham and the GTA. Remote for everyone else — from Vancouver to Vienna.

01WhitbyHome Base
02OshawaDurham
03AjaxDurham
04PickeringDurham
05TorontoGTA
06MarkhamGTA
07ScarboroughGTA
08RemoteWorldwide
43.8971° N · 78.9429° W
Whitby, Ontario
◉ HQ~50KM RADIUS · ON-SITE

AI for business — demystified.

§ 05 · Learn

Short answers to the questions every founder and small-business owner asks before starting.

Q · 01

What is a custom AI agent?

A purpose-built AI system that handles specific tasks — answering calls, qualifying leads, processing documents, managing workflows. Unlike generic chatbots, custom agents are trained on your data and execute real business processes autonomously.

Q · 02

How much does an AI agent cost?

A simple voice agent starts at a few hundred dollars monthly. Custom products and MVPs are scoped individually. We work with startup budgets and always provide clear upfront pricing — no hidden fees.

Q · 03

Why use AI from day one?

AI gives startups an unfair advantage. Automated operations, accelerated product development, data-driven decisions from the start. The companies building with AI now will dominate their markets in three years.

Q · 04

ChatGPT vs. custom AI?

ChatGPT is general-purpose. A custom AI system is purpose-built for your workflow, trained on your data, and designed to execute actions. The difference between a Swiss Army knife and a precision instrument.

Questions? Answers.

§ 06 · FAQ

Straight answers to the things that come up most often.

What kind of businesses do you work with?

Startups (pre-seed to Series A), growing SMBs, and established businesses integrating AI. Across industries — healthcare, fintech, SaaS, retail, services and more.

Do I need to be technical?

Not at all. We translate complex AI into plain language. You bring the business vision — we handle the technology.

How much does it cost?

Depends on scope. Agents start at hundreds per month. Custom products scoped individually. Clear upfront pricing after a free call — no surprises.

Do I need a long contract?

No. Project-based and flexible monthly retainers. You're never locked in — I earn your business every month.

What AI models do you work with?

All of them. OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Meta, Mistral, Cohere, and open-source models. The right tool for the job — not the trendiest one.

What makes you different from AI agencies?

20+ years enterprise experience at five major banks. Direct founder access — no layers, no hand-offs. We ship production systems, not demos.

Do you offer IT support for small businesses?

Yes. Your outsourced IT department — strategy, cloud setup, troubleshooting, website development, and ongoing support. Serving Durham & GTA.

What areas do you serve?

Based in Whitby, Ontario. Serving Durham (Oshawa, Ajax, Pickering), the GTA (Toronto, Markham, Scarborough), and remote clients worldwide.

▸ Ready when you are

Ready to build your edge?

Free 15-minute discovery call. No pitch deck required.

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