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Strategic AI Consulting for UK Businesses

Navigate the AI landscape with confidence. Get expert advisory on AI strategy, maturity assessments, and actionable roadmaps tailored to your business goals—with clear ROI projections before you invest.

No-obligation discovery call
Clear ROI projections
UK-based expertise
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AI Consultancy Services
Tailored for your business
AI Strategy & Roadmaps
Clear path from current to ideal state
AI Maturity Assessment
Know exactly where you stand
ROI Projections
Data-driven investment decisions
Implementation Support
From strategy to execution
50+ Businesses Consulted
4.9★
Client Satisfaction
£950K+
Client Savings
340+
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The AI Challenges Holding Your Business Back

Without expert guidance, AI initiatives often stall or fail. These are the roadblocks we help UK businesses overcome every day.

AI Overwhelm & Paralysis

Too many AI options, too much hype, too many tools. You're unsure which AI initiatives will actually deliver results for your specific business needs.

We provide clear, prioritised roadmaps

Unclear ROI & Investment Risk

You've heard AI can transform business, but can't quantify the return. Without clear ROI projections, budget approval stalls.

Data-driven ROI forecasts included

Lack of In-House AI Expertise

Your team excels at their roles, but AI strategy isn't their specialty. Hiring dedicated AI talent is expensive and time-consuming.

Fractional AI expertise on demand

Data Security & Compliance Concerns

Worried about GDPR, data privacy, and AI governance? You need assurance that AI won't create legal or reputational risks.

GDPR-compliant frameworks built-in

Disconnected Tools & Systems

Your tech stack has grown organically. Now AI needs to connect with legacy systems, CRMs, and workflows—integration feels impossible.

Integration architecture expertise

Failed Previous AI Attempts

You've tried AI tools before, but results were disappointing. Leadership is now sceptical about further investment. You have difficulty getting approval.

Proven methodology, real results
Our Approach

The flowio AI Consultancy Process

A structured, proven approach that takes you from AI uncertainty to confident implementation—with measurable outcomes at every stage.

1

Discovery Call

Free 30-minute call to understand your business, current challenges, and AI goals. No obligation, just clarity.

2

AI Maturity Assessment

Deep dive into your current state: processes, data, tools, and team capabilities. Identify quick wins and long-term opportunities.

3

Strategic Roadmap & ROI

Receive a prioritised AI roadmap with clear phases, timelines, and detailed ROI projections for each initiative.

4

Implementation Support

Hands-on guidance through implementation—from vendor selection to go-live. Ongoing advisory as your AI journey evolves.

AI Maturity Framework

Know Exactly Where You Stand—and Where You're Going

Our proprietary AI Maturity Framework helps you understand your current capabilities, identify gaps, and create a clear path to AI excellence. Most UK businesses sit at Level 1-2; we help you progress strategically with a benchmark to track progress.

Benchmark Against Industry

See how you compare to competitors and best-in-class organisations

Prioritised Improvement Plan

Clear steps to advance each dimension of AI capability

Investment Prioritisation

Know which initiatives deliver maximum ROI at each maturity stage

flowio AI Maturity Model
5 levels of AI capability
1
Initial
Ad-hoc AI use, no strategy
2
Developing
Pilots & experiments underway
3
Defined
Standardised AI processes
4
Managed
Measured & optimised AI
5
Optimising
AI-first, continuous innovation
Typical Client ROI
First 12 Months
4X
Average ROI
£47K
Avg. Annual Savings
80%
Time Reclaimed
4 Weeks
Avg. Time to Value
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
Investment
Savings & Value
ROI Projections

Make Artificial Intelligence Investment Decisions with Confidence

Every AI roadmap we create includes detailed impact led ROI projections—so you know exactly what return to expect before committing budget. No guesswork, just data-driven forecasts based on your specific business context.

Detailed cost-benefit analysis for each initiative
Conservative, realistic, and optimistic scenarios
Payback period calculations
Board-ready investment presentations
Risk-adjusted projections with sensitivity analysis
Beyond Strategy

Implementation Support: From Strategy to Execution

Your AI roadmap is just the beginning. We stay with you through implementation to ensure your strategy becomes reality.

Vendor Selection

Independent guidance on selecting the right AI tools and vendors for your specific needs—without the bias of vendor commissions.

Technical Architecture

Design integration architectures that connect AI solutions with your existing systems: CRM, ERP, databases, and workflows.

Pilot & Testing

Hands-on support during pilot phases, from configuration to testing to measuring results against projected ROI.

Team Training

Ensure your team can confidently use and maintain AI solutions with tailored training and documentation.

Performance Monitoring

Set up dashboards and KPIs to track AI performance, ensuring you hit the ROI targets in your roadmap.

Ongoing Advisory

Regular check-ins and strategic reviews as your AI capabilities mature—a fractional AI advisor on your team.

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Strategic Insight

Why an AI Strategy is Key to Success

Businesses that approach AI strategically outperform those that adopt ad-hoc, here's why a structured approach matters.

70% of AI initiatives fail without clear strategy

The Cost of No Strategy

According to Gartner, the majority of AI projects never make it past the pilot phase. The common thread? A lack of strategic alignment, unclear objectives, and no framework for measuring success. Random AI tool adoption leads to wasted budgets, frustrated teams, and sceptical leadership.

Strategic Alignment

AI initiatives tied to business objectives deliver 3x more value than standalone projects. Strategy ensures every AI investment moves the needle on what matters most to your business growth and competitive positioning.

Resource Optimisation

A clear roadmap prevents duplicate investments and scattered resources. Know exactly where to allocate budget for maximum impact.

Change Management

Strategy includes people, not just technology. A good AI strategy addresses team adoption, training, and cultural change from day one.

Risk Mitigation

Strategic planning identifies compliance requirements, data security needs, and potential pitfalls before they become expensive problems.

Measurable Outcomes

With defined KPIs and success metrics from the start, you can demonstrate AI value to stakeholders and secure ongoing investment.

Competitive Advantage

Companies with AI strategies are 2x more likely to achieve competitive differentiation. First-mover advantage in AI compounds over time—those who act now will lead their markets tomorrow.

Ready to Build Your AI Strategy?

Don't let your business fall into the 70% that fail. Get expert guidance to create a winning AI roadmap.

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AI Strategist

Malcolm Gibb

Founder & AI Consultant

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Your AI Consultant

Malcolm Gibb

Founder & AI Automation Strategist

With over 15 years of experience in digital transformation, and consulting with some of the UK's largest organisations, Malcolm brings a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on technical expertise to every consultancy engagement.

Having led digital strategy at enterprise level before founding flowio, Malcolm understands both the boardroom and the implementation floor. His approach focuses on understanding your business first, then designing AI strategies that deliver real, measurable ROI.

50+ Businesses Consulted
£2M+ Client Savings Generated
15+ Years Experience

"Organisational AI is complex, but it doesn't have to be complicated. My role is to help you cut through the noise, avoid costly mistakes, and implement AI that genuinely moves the needle for your business." — Malcolm Gibb, Founder of flowio

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n8n Certified Expert

Official workflow automation certification

Google Cloud Partner

Verified cloud expertise

ICO Registered

UK data protection compliant

GDPR Compliant

Enterprise-grade privacy

Free Consultation

Ready to Build Your AI Strategy?

Book your free 30-minute discovery call with Malcolm. No sales pressure, just an honest conversation about your AI opportunities and whether consultancy is right for you.

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No obligation • Honest advice • UK-based expertise

Real Results

Success Stories

Discover how UK businesses are transforming their operations and achieving measurable ROI with flowio's AI automation solutions.

Energy & Renewables
533+ Hours Saved
£160K Recovered
Edinburgh, UK

Renewables Company Saves 533+ Hours With Automated Systems

Discover how an intelligent booking automation, plus CRM workflows helped The Edinburgh Boiler Company's speed to lead response rates improve.

Lead Qualification Voice Agents API Integration
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Property & Real Estate
3.8X ROI
£16.8K Recovered
Edinburgh, UK

UK Lettings Agent Improves Lead Qualification By 70%

Automated lead qualification, document collection, and SMS reminder system reduces no-show appointments for rental viewings - significantly reducing manual time spent on qualification, and following up appointments.

Voice Agents AI Reminders CRM Automation
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Energy & Renewables
-30% Recovered Time
92% Quote Rate
Glasgow, UK

Solar Flux App Helps Plan Solar Panel Deployment

Discover how a custom app developed by flowio reduced operational time and improved output for a solar panel installer in Scotland.

Custom App Development Operations
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Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about working with flowio. Can't find your answer? Book a free consultation and we'll answer all your questions personally.

AI Consulting FAQ

AI consultancy is strategic guidance on how to use AI. AI automation is the implementation of AI to perform tasks. Think of it like this: consultancy helps you decide which rooms to renovate and automation is the construction crew that actually does the work. We offer both AI consulting and automation implementation services together, and often clients will start with a consultation and then move on to automation implementation.
If you're looking to maximise your return with AI solutions and automation, yet have the ability to implement in-house - we recommend an AI consulting package. This will provide you with strategic guidance on where to implement AI into your business, expected impact and ROI, and roadmaps for implementation. We also assist with vendor and tool selection to ensure you get the most out of your AI investment. Having an expert on your side who has implemented AI automations and solutions across multiple sectors can help you avoid common pitfalls and ensure you're making the right decisions for your business.

If you're unsure whether you need AI consulting or automation implementation, book a free consultation and we'll help you determine the best solution for your business.
Yes. We offer in-person AI consulting services across the UK and remotely. Based in Edinburgh and Glasgow, we can visit your business office to discuss your AI needs and provide you with a tailored AI strategy and roadmap in-person. Alternatively, we can conduct AI consulting sessions remotely via video call.

Pricing & Investment

We tailor our AI consulting engagements to suit your budget, timelines and requirements. Our AI consulting packages start from just £500 + VAT for a 2-hour session, and can be scaled up to meet your specific needs. We also offer a range of value-added services, such as AI strategy development, AI implementation planning, and AI training.
We start by deeply understanding your business processes, goals and current systems. Then we utilise our bespoke AI Maturity Framework audit to assess your current data maturity, AI readiness, and identify key opportunities for improvement. Following this, we'll work with you to develop a tailored AI strategy and roadmap that aligns with your business goals and objectives. We'll also provide you with a comprehensive report that includes recommendations for AI tools and platforms, as well as a timeline for implementation, and ROI projections with a measurement framework you can utilise to track and benchmark progress.

Results

We have helped over 20+ UK businesses of all sizes successfully implement AI solutions and automation. Our clients have seen a range of benefits, including increased efficiency, reduced costs, and improved customer satisfaction.

For example, we helped take a UK home services business from 'Basic' on the AI maturity scale to 'Advanced' in just 6 months, resulting in £160+ in reclaimed revenue and over 533+ hours of time saved annually through strategic AI implementation.
Our lead AI Consultant Malcolm Gibb has over 15+ years in business improvement, with extensive experience in consulting with businesses across a huge range of industries and all sizes. Malcolm has helped digitally transform companies from The Health Lottery, Optical Express, Silentnight, The Edinburgh Boiler Company to a range of smaller hospitality, trades and financial services companies.

He has a proven track record of helping businesses improve their processes, increase efficiency, and reduce costs.
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Office

Glasgow, Scotland

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