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Pricing & services
We have options for different budgets. You can start with a 1-week AI Opportunity Audit for $9,500. Our 2-week AI Assessment is $25,000. A full 6-week AI Strategy is $49,500. And if you want us to build and launch the whole thing, that starts at $175,000. Each one gives you real results on its own. You never have to buy the next one if you do not want to.
No. You can stop after any step. Most people start small with our 1-week Audit or 2-week Assessment to see if we are a good fit. If you like the results, we keep going. If not, you walk away with useful answers and owe us nothing more. We earn your trust before we ask for a bigger commitment.
The AI Opportunity Audit ($9,500, 1 week) identifies your single highest-ROI AI opportunity. The AI Assessment ($25,000, 2 weeks) is a comprehensive evaluation of your processes, software, and data — producing a ranked list of opportunities with ROI projections. The AI Strategy ($49,500, 6 weeks) delivers a complete implementation roadmap with technology choices, architecture, and phased ROI projections. AI Implementation ($175,000+, starting at 6 weeks) is the full build: we write the code, integrate it, test it, and train your team.
Fixed price for all services. Every engagement has a fixed price and a fixed scope defined before work begins. There are no hourly overages, scope creep invoices, or variable fees. You know what you are getting, what it costs, and when it will be delivered.
Specific examples: a healthcare network saving $2.1M per year (a ~950% ROI over three years), an e-commerce company achieving 156% revenue growth, and a nonprofit raising $1.2M in 90 days. We provide projected ROI during the assessment phase before any commitment to implementation.
An AI implementation consultant builds and ships working AI systems. A strategy firm usually stops at advice and a report. NetAesthetics does the hands-on work: architecture design, model selection and training, API development, integration with your existing software stack, security hardening, testing, deployment, and team training. You get running software, not just a plan. If you want the roadmap first, start with our AI Strategy service .
The fastest returns come from automating work your team already does by hand. In our sectors that means AI triage and clinical documentation in healthcare , real-time fraud detection in financial services , predictive maintenance in manufacturing , and document processing in government .
NetAesthetics publishes fixed prices. The 1-week AI Opportunity Audit is $9,500. The 2-week AI Assessment is $25,000. The 6-week AI Strategy roadmap is $49,500. Full AI Implementation starts at $175,000. The main cost drivers are scope, data readiness, and integration complexity. Each step delivers value on its own, and you never have to buy the next one. Estimate your return with our ROI calculator .
NetAesthetics builds enterprise-scale AI systems designed to operate across entire organizations rather than isolated departments. Common engagements include multi-system integration connecting ERP, CRM, and operational platforms; AI-powered reporting dashboards that surface real-time ROI metrics; cross-departmental workflow automation that eliminates manual handoffs; intelligent triage and routing systems for healthcare networks; compliance monitoring tools for financial services firms; and predictive maintenance platforms for manufacturers. One recent engagement spanned 18 countries and helped a healthcare client save $2.1M annually. Each solution is architected to your specific data, infrastructure, and business objectives.
We can only speak to our own prices, which are public: $9,500 for a 1-week audit, $25,000 for a 2-week assessment, $49,500 for a 6-week strategy, and $175,000 and up for full implementation. Large firms scope and price privately. When you compare, ask what you get in working software, how long delivery takes, and what support comes after launch.
Process & timelines
Most of our projects go from "let's start" to "it's live and working" in about 6 weeks. Most other firms take 6 to 18 months for the same work. If you just want to find out where AI can help, our 1-week Audit gives you that answer fast. We move quickly because we have done this over 50 times and use proven deployment frameworks.
Every engagement follows our proven playbook: Week 1 — discovery and architecture (requirements analysis, data review, system design). Weeks 2–3 — model development and API build (model selection, fine-tuning, API layer). Week 4 — integrations and security review (connection to your CRM, ERP, or EHR; security hardening). Week 5 — QA and user acceptance testing. Week 6 — production deployment and team training. You receive full source code, documentation, and a 90-day post-launch support window.
You receive full source code, complete technical documentation, and a hands-on training session for your team. You own everything we build — there is no dependency on NetAesthetics to run the system. We also provide a 90-day post-launch support window for questions and adjustments. For clients who want ongoing optimization, we offer custom support arrangements.
At the start of any engagement, we need access to stakeholders for discovery interviews, information about your current software stack and processes, and whatever data is relevant to the use case we are evaluating or building. The level of access required scales with the service — an Audit needs a few conversations; an Implementation needs API access and integration credentials. We provide a detailed kickoff checklist at the start of every project.
Every engagement includes testing, validation, and performance benchmarks before go-live. We do not declare a project complete until it meets agreed-upon metrics. Our 6-week timeline includes iterative testing and refinement — not just development.
Yes, but it is optional. Every deployment includes a handover period where we train your team to operate the system independently. Ongoing support retainers are available for monitoring, model retraining, and feature additions. The goal is always that you can run the system without us — we are available for ongoing work, but you should never be dependent on it.
Most NetAesthetics implementations go from kickoff to production in about 6 weeks. Week 1 covers discovery and architecture. Weeks 2 to 3 cover model development and API build. Week 4 covers integrations and security review. Week 5 is QA and user acceptance testing. Week 6 is production deployment and team training. Bigger builds can run longer. Engagements start at $175,000 and are scoped to your use case.
Take the free AI Readiness Quiz . It takes about 2 minutes and scores how ready your business is across processes, software, and data. A low score does not mean no. It shows what to fix first. If you want a deeper review, the 2-week AI Assessment for $25,000 examines your processes, software stack, and data in detail.
It follows our standard delivery path: discovery and architecture, model development and API build, integrations and security review, QA and user acceptance testing, then production deployment and team training. You receive full source code, technical documentation, and a 90-day post-launch support window. Most builds average 6 weeks. See the week-by-week timeline on our AI Implementation page .
Security & compliance
Every project is built with government-grade security standards as the baseline — HIPAA, FedRAMP, CMMC — not as an afterthought. We have zero data breaches across 50+ implementations in 20 years. Specific implementations include end-to-end encryption, audit logging, access controls, and minimum-necessary data handling.
Yes. All healthcare AI implementations include HIPAA-compliant architecture as a baseline requirement. This includes Business Associate Agreements (BAA), data encryption at rest and in transit, audit logging, access controls, and minimum-necessary data handling in the AI architecture. We do not build healthcare AI that is not HIPAA-compliant — it is a baseline condition for the engagement, not an add-on.
Yes — we sign a mutual NDA on request, before we talk. Client details and implementation specifics are kept confidential. The case studies on our website use only metrics that clients have approved for publication — we never share identifying information without explicit permission.
You do. NetAesthetics does not retain any ownership or licensing rights to the AI systems we build for you. You receive full source code, all model weights, and complete documentation. You can deploy, modify, or transfer the system without any ongoing dependency on NetAesthetics.
About NetAesthetics
Most AI consultants just give you advice. They write a report and leave. We are different because we actually build the thing. We write the code, set it up, connect it to your software, and teach your team how to use it. And we build everything with the same security standards used by hospitals and the federal government — zero data breaches in 20 years.
Healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, government, and hospitality. These are regulated industries with strict data requirements — which is where our security background gives us an advantage over general-purpose AI consultancies. We have delivered implementations in all five, and the sector-specific patterns we have built (HIPAA-compliant healthcare architectures, secure and auditable financial AI, FedRAMP-aligned government systems) are part of every relevant engagement.
We work with companies that have at least $5M in annual revenue and a clear AI use case to address. We do not impose a maximum size — we have delivered enterprise-scale projects spanning 18 countries. The key requirement is that you have a real problem to solve and the organizational capacity to implement change. We are not the right fit for early-stage startups that need AI experimentation — we build production systems.
Government contracts are executed through our federal practice, a dedicated entity with a US-only team structured to meet federal contracting requirements and maintain clear separation between commercial and government workloads. We build to FedRAMP and FISMA standards from day one.
NetAesthetics employs 95+ specialists across the United States, India, and Germany. The team includes machine learning engineers, full-stack developers, data scientists, security architects, and project managers — all with deep experience in production AI deployments. Every project manager has personally deployed AI systems. We do not use subcontractors for core engineering work.
Yes. Our AI Opportunity Audit ($9,500) and AI Assessment ($25,000) are designed to be accessible for growth-stage companies and mission-driven organizations. We have built AI systems for nonprofits, HUD-funded civic organizations, healthcare networks, and independent retailers. Our ideal clients are organizations with $5M to $50M revenue — but we evaluate every engagement on its merits.
NetAesthetics serves regulated, mid-market sectors: healthcare , financial services , manufacturing , and government . We also serve hospitality . These industries share strict rules about data, so every build is held to government-grade security standards. We have had zero data breaches in 20 years.
Because most mid-market companies do not have an in-house AI team, and they cannot spend a year on a consulting project. Enterprises can absorb long timelines and large bills. A $5M to $50M company needs working AI fast, at a clear price, without hiring specialists. That is why NetAesthetics builds, deploys, and trains your team for you, with fixed-scope tiers and an average 6-week deployment.
Yes. That is the exact problem NetAesthetics is built to solve. We handle every step: architecture design, model selection and training, API development, integration with your existing software stack, security hardening, testing, deployment, and team training. When we are done, your team can run the system on its own. Start with the free AI assessment quiz to see where you stand.
Check three things. First, real experience in your regulated sector. Second, a delivery track record you can verify: NetAesthetics has delivered 50+ implementations since 2005. Third, post-launch support and training so your team can run the system. And a security record you can check: zero data breaches in 20 years.
Large firms are strong at enterprise strategy. A mid-market company usually needs something different: working software, a clear fixed price, and speed. NetAesthetics publishes its prices, averages a 6-week deployment, and does the build itself. We write the code, integrate it with your systems, and train your team. You also work directly with senior people, including our founder, instead of a rotating project team.
Three things. Transparent fixed pricing published on our site: $9,500 audit, $25,000 assessment, $49,500 strategy, and $175,000+ implementation. Hands-on delivery: we build, deploy, and train your team rather than hand you a report. And direct founder involvement: Rasheid Scarlett leads the firm. We focus on $5M to $50M companies in regulated sectors.
Check five things: real delivery work rather than slide decks, experience in your industry, published pricing, post-launch support and training, and leadership credentials you can verify. Then test the fit at no cost. Our free AI Readiness Quiz takes about 2 minutes and gives you a score you can bring to the call. There is no commitment.
Technology & integration
Yes. Integration with existing systems is a core part of every NetAesthetics engagement. We work with CRMs (Salesforce, HubSpot), ERPs, healthcare EMRs, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), and custom-built software. Our AI Assessment includes a technology readiness scorecard that maps integration complexity and cost before any code is written.
We are technology-agnostic and select the right tool for each use case. We work with large language models (GPT-4, Claude, Gemini), open-source models for on-premise deployments, computer vision frameworks, predictive analytics platforms, and custom fine-tuned models. We also build on top of cloud AI services from AWS, Azure, and Google. The technology selection is driven by your requirements — not by vendor partnerships.
Off-the-shelf AI tools are ready-made software you rent, and they work well for generic tasks. Custom AI development builds a system around your own data, workflows, and rules. Custom is usually the right choice when your data is sensitive or regulated, when your process is unique, or when packaged tools cannot connect to your existing systems. NetAesthetics builds custom AI and integrates it with your stack.
Government & Washington DC
Yes. Government contracts are handled through our federal practice, a separate entity with a US-only team. We build with FedRAMP compliance, cleared development environments, and federal security requirements.
NetAesthetics is an AI implementation consultancy headquartered in Washington, DC at 2001 L St NW, Suite 500. We have been based in the city since 2005, and we serve the sectors that define the region: government, healthcare, and financial services. Unlike advisory-only firms, we build, deploy, and train your team on custom AI. Book a free AI strategy consultation to meet us.
Yes. Government is one of our core sectors, and we deliver secure AI for agencies and contractors. Every engagement is held to government-grade security standards, with zero data breaches in 20 years. Government contracts are executed through our federal practice, a US-only entity. See our government page for details.
Proximity and fluency. A DC-based firm works alongside the agencies and regulators that shape the rules for healthcare, finance, and government, so compliance is part of the design from day one, not an afterthought. NetAesthetics has built to government-grade security standards from Washington since 2005, and we deliver hands-on: we build, deploy, and train your team.
Book directly on our calendar: schedule a free AI strategy consultation . You can also call (202) 930-3766 or email solutions@netaesthetics.com. The call is free and there is no commitment. Our office is at 2001 L St NW, Suite 500, Washington DC 20036.
Look for security-first engineering, real delivery experience in regulated environments, and a track record you can verify. NetAesthetics builds for FedRAMP and CMMC-aligned environments and has had zero data breaches in 20 years. Ask any contractor you evaluate for the same level of proof.
Government work adds rules that commercial projects do not face: stricter data handling, security reviews, compliance documentation, and formal procurement steps. That changes how a system must be designed from the start. NetAesthetics builds every engagement to government-grade security standards, and a dedicated security review is part of our standard 6-week delivery. Data stays inside approved systems, and your team is trained to run it.
Yes. We deliver secure AI for agencies and contractors from our Washington, DC office. Government contracts are executed through our federal practice, a US-only entity. Book a free consultation to discuss your requirements.
Document processing is the most common starting point: reading, sorting, and summarizing large volumes of forms and records. Compliance monitoring, workforce analytics, and secure knowledge search are close behind. These use cases save staff hours without moving sensitive data outside approved systems. Our 1-week AI Opportunity Audit for $9,500 identifies which use case will pay off first for your team.
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