Helping Businesses Navigate AI Adoption with Confidence

We help SMB's cut manual costs and vendor waste — Without adding headcount or rebuilding systems.

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ABOUT US

Expert AI Consulting for Smarter Business Decisions

AI consulting that pays off. Fast.

AI isn’t about the tech. It’s about outcomes. At ASA, we help investor backed teams increase EBITDA by identifying the workflows, vendors, and use cases where AI drives real operational leverage. No fluff, or AI wash, just results.

Founded by product and engineering leaders Mary McKee and Doug Thomas, ASA specializes in turning AI confusion into execution.

If you’re facing investor pressure, pilot purgatory, or internal misalignment, we help you:

Pinpoint and validate high-ROI AI use cases
Stop wasted spend on tools that don’t fit
Build fast-turn roadmaps and launch real pilots
Equip your team to scale what works—and cut what doesn’t

This isn’t theory or buzzword bingo. It’s execution-ready strategy that

delivers in 30 - 45 days.

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Explore Our Services in AI Strategy, Adoption & Implementation.

Let’s Build a Smarter AI Strategy for Your Business

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AI Readiness & Strategy Roadmap

Assess your organization’s AI maturity and identify high-value opportunities. We craft a clear, actionable roadmap to ensure AI adoption aligns with your business goals and delivers measurable ROI.

Build vs. Buy Advisory

Unsure whether to develop AI in-house or integrate third-party solutions? We provide a cost-benefit analysis and strategic guidance to help you choose the most effective and scalable approach.

AI Implementation Oversight

Successful AI deployment requires more than just technology. We ensure smooth execution, minimize risks, and align AI initiatives with your workflows for seamless integration and long-term success.

AI Vendor & Tool Selection

With countless AI solutions on the market, choosing the right one is critical. We evaluate vendors, compare technologies, and match you with AI tools that fit your needs and scale with your business.

AI Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

AI must be ethical, secure, and compliant. We help navigate regulatory frameworks, implement risk mitigation strategies, and establish responsible AI governance practices.

AI-Driven Business Optimization

AI is more than automation—it’s a competitive advantage. We help you harness AI to improve decision-making, streamline operations, and unlock new opportunities for growth.

CLIENTS SAY

AI Transformations, Success Stories

“ASA wasn’t just another strategy firm. They rolled up their sleeves and helped us actually ship. Within 6 weeks, we had AI workflows running that made a real dent in ops.”

Garrett O., SVP, Poliviles

"We knew AI could transform our business, but we didn’t know where to start. This team helped us assess our readiness, select the right tools, and oversee implementation. Within months, we saw a measurable impact—faster decision-making, reduced operational costs, and better data insights."

Dana Ethredge, DocNow EHR

"Working with Doug and Mary was a game-changer. Their deep understanding of AI in operations provided a massive ROI. They don’t just talk AI, they make it work for your business."

— Jessica L., Managing Partner, Legal Firm