AI Strategy + Development
Ship AI products that drive real business value.
We help startups and SMBs build AI solutions that work—from MVP to production in 4-6 weeks.
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We Turn AI Ideas Into Shipped Products
Most AI consultants deliver PDFs. Most dev shops take months. We deliver working products in weeks—because we've built the systems, launched the products, and learned what actually works.
Startup-Focused
We work exclusively with startups and SMBs. That means fast timelines, lean budgets, and a focus on what moves the needle.
Our Approach
We've seen both sides: the hype-driven AI projects that go nowhere, and the practical implementations that transform businesses. Our team has built production AI systems, launched products, and worked with both startups racing to market and enterprises scaling solutions.
That experience taught us what matters: clear goals, rapid iteration, and shipping working software. Not perfect—working. Not eventually—now.
Our Tech Stack
We choose tools based on what solves your problem best—not what's trending on Twitter.
How We Work With You
AI Strategy & Validation
- Not sure if AI is right for your problem? We'll help you find out—in days, not months.
- Technical feasibility analysis, prioritized roadmap, and architecture recommendations.
AI MVP Development
- Ship a working AI product in 4-6 weeks. Perfect for fundraising, pilot customers, or market validation.
- Full-stack development, hosted and ready to demo, with 2 weeks post-launch support.
AI Integration
- Add AI capabilities to your existing product or workflow without a full rebuild.
- Smart chatbots, document processing, content generation, and custom AI workflows.
AI-Powered Automation
- Replace manual, repetitive work with AI that runs 24/7 and saves you hours every day.
- Document processing, automated support, sales workflows, and intelligent data extraction.
Why Choose Otterlab?
Built by Founders, For Founders
We've been in your shoes—we know what it's like to have a tight budget, a tighter timeline, and a vision that needs to ship. That's why we focus on what moves the needle, not what looks good in a deck.
Technical Depth + Business Focus
Our team has built production AI systems and launched real products. We don't just recommend tools—we know which ones actually work and how to implement them. And we care about ROI, not just cool tech.
Speed Without Compromise
Most dev shops take 6 months. Most consultants deliver a PDF. We ship working products in weeks. How? We scope ruthlessly, build lean, and leverage the best AI tools to move fast without cutting corners.
Partnership, Not Just Service
We're not just building your product—we're invested in your success. You get direct access to our team, transparent communication, and honest advice about what will (and won't) work.
How We Can Help
AI Discovery Workshop
Not sure where to start with AI? Start here. A focused workshop + analysis to identify your best AI opportunities.
- 90-minute discovery workshop with your team
- Technical feasibility analysis
- Prioritized roadmap with estimated costs
- Architecture recommendations
Timeline: 1 week
AI MVP Development
Ship your AI product in 4-6 weeks. Perfect for fundraising, pilot customers, or validating your product idea.
- Scoping and planning session
- Full-stack development (backend API + frontend)
- AI model integration and optimization
- Hosted on scalable infrastructure
- Documentation and codebase handoff
- 2 weeks of post-launch support
Timeline: 4-6 weeks
Custom AI Solution
Add AI to your existing product or workflow. We'll build it to integrate seamlessly with your stack.
- Requirements gathering and technical design
- Custom AI development
- Integration with your existing systems
- Testing and optimization
- Deployment and monitoring setup
- Documentation and training
Timeline: 2-12 weeks depending on scope
How We Work
Discovery
We learn your business, define success metrics, and scope the project. No fluff—just clear goals and honest timelines.
Build
Fast, iterative development with weekly check-ins. You see progress in real-time, not after months of waiting.
Launch
Deployment, handoff, documentation, and post-launch support. Your product ships ready for real users.