A review of your operations, data, systems and team to find where AI would save time or money — and where it wouldn't.
A prioritized, sequenced plan tied to real business outcomes — not a pile of tool demos.
Vendor-neutral evaluation of AI tools. No commissions, no reseller margins, no vendor agenda.
Hands-on guidance so projects actually ship — built by F1 Automations or your own team.
Monthly advisory with KPI reporting on what AI is actually returning to the business.
15+ years building products, from seed-stage start-ups to multi-billion-dollar companies
MIT-trained in designing AI products
Vendor-neutral: if a process fix beats AI, that's the recommendation
Based in Vancouver, BC — works remotely across Canada and the US
The right work starts with a clear fit.
Most engagements run as a Retained AI Strategy Partnership — starting at $5,000/month with a 3-month minimum. Standalone assessments are quoted per engagement.
Engagements are delivered and billed through F1 Automations, the consultancy Rod founded. You work directly with Rod.
Tell Rod about your operations and where you think AI might help — he'll tell you honestly if it will.