How long is a typical OpenKit engagement?
A standalone Transformation Block runs two to four weeks. Most clients then continue with an Embedded AI Lead on a rolling monthly retainer, which sits in the background of the business. Bespoke Builds are scoped per project and run from a few weeks to several months depending on the system.
Can we stop after the Transformation Block?
Yes. The Transformation Block ships a finished AI Audit Report, configured workflows, and trained staff. It is a complete engagement on its own. Many clients pause for a quarter to absorb what we built before deciding whether to continue.
What is an Embedded AI Lead?
A senior OpenKit engineer who works alongside your team on a monthly retainer. They run weekly sessions, build new workflows as opportunities surface, review any AI work your internal staff have done, and stay accountable for the AI estate. It is the model that bridges the gap between a one-off audit and hiring a full-time AI engineer.
How do you handle data security and GDPR?
OpenKit holds ISO 27001, ISO 9001, and Cyber Essentials certifications and operates to UK GDPR. Every engagement includes a data protection review against ISO 27001 controls and any sector-specific obligations you carry (SRA, FCA, NHS DSP Toolkit, FCA SYSC).
Who from OpenKit is on the engagement?
A senior engineer leads delivery from day one through the Transformation Block and stays as the Embedded AI Lead if you continue. Bespoke Builds bring in additional engineers as the scope requires. There is no account manager layer between you and the people doing the work.
What if our team has never used AI before?
That is the most common starting point. The Transformation Block includes hands-on training calibrated per role plus a workflow-authoring walkthrough so internal champions can build their own workflows after we leave. Training is recorded so new staff can be onboarded.
Do you work with regulated industries?
Yes. We have delivered AI engagements in legal services, healthcare diagnostics, oil and gas, and education. The ISO 27001 baseline plus sector-specific data handling and audit logging sits underneath every regulated engagement as standard.
How does OpenKit price engagements?
The Transformation Block is fixed-fee, in the low five figures. The Embedded AI Lead is a monthly retainer, in the low four figures per month. Bespoke Builds are scoped and quoted after the audit, since the scope depends on what the audit surfaces. We share full pricing as soon as the engagement shape is clear.
