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AI Development

From workflow automation to AI agents, we design, build and integrate custom AI solutions around your business, systems and data.

Development of custom AI solutions by our AI experts
Custom-built for your business, from prototype to production
Automate repetitive work and reduce manual effort, saving time and money
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  • 250customers since 2022
  • 20countries
  • 22people on our team

Some of our customers

Custom AI solutions we build

From AI agents to computer vision and forecasting models, we build every type of AI solution around your processes, systems and data. Pick a type to see examples and results.

AI agents and workflow automation

Agents and automations that take over the repetitive steps in a process: reading the input, deciding the next step and updating your systems. People stay in control where it matters.

  • Onboarding flows
  • Campaign automation
  • Mailbox automation
  • API and n8n workflows
More about workflow automation

Chatbots, assistants and knowledge search

Assistants that answer questions from customers or employees with your own documents, manuals and data. We test the approach on your own content before anything goes live.

  • Customer service chatbots
  • Internal knowledge search
  • Lead follow-up
  • Document Q&A
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Document and data processing

Reading, checking, classifying and matching documents, lists and forms, with the result delivered straight into your systems or a web app your team uses.

  • Invoice and order intake
  • List and price matching
  • Form processing
  • Contract data extraction
More about NLP development

Generative AI and content at scale

Systems that produce texts, documents, product content or images in your style and format, with checks built in, so your team reviews instead of writes.

  • Learning and marketing content
  • Product texts and packs
  • Reports and proposals
  • Images and visuals
More about generative AI development

Prediction, forecasting and optimization

Machine learning models trained on your historical data that forecast demand, predict outcomes or optimize recipes, planning and prices, with a tool around them that your team uses every day.

  • Sales and demand forecasting
  • Planning and route optimization
  • Pricing and inventory
  • Recipe and formulation
More about machine learning development

Computer vision

Models that recognize objects, defects and details in photos, video and technical drawings, so inspections, counts and checks no longer depend on manual work.

  • Quality inspection
  • Reading technical drawings
  • Object and defect detection
  • Image classification
More about computer vision development

Voice and speech AI

Speech recognition and voice agents that take calls, transcribe conversations or turn spoken notes into structured reports, in Dutch, English and other languages.

  • Real-time voice agents
  • Call and meeting transcription
  • Spoken reports
  • Voice in existing apps
More about voice AI development

Local and private AI

Language models and automations that run on your own servers or private cloud, for data that cannot leave your organization.

  • On-premise language models
  • Private assistants
  • Local workflow automation
  • Secure document processing
More about local AI

Something else in mind? Most projects combine several of these. Tell us about yours

“With DataNorth’s results-oriented approach, we have achieved advanced AI integration in a short time.”

Hielke de Jong, EntrD Hielke de Jong Managing Partner EntrD

What could custom AI save your organization?

Describe one process with the sliders. The estimate updates right away.

10 people
8 hours
€ 50 per hour
60%

Estimated yearly saving

€ 110,400
  • Hours saved per year2,208
  • Back per person, per week4.8 h
  • Capacity freed up1.3 FTE
Discuss your business case

Indicative estimate, based on 46 working weeks and the share you choose. In a short call we work out the real business case for your process.

Our AI development process

From the first conversation to an AI solution in production, in five steps. After each step you decide whether to continue.

  1. Discovery and scoping

    We map the process, the data and the systems involved, and agree on what success looks like.

  2. Proof of Concept

    A working prototype on your own data in one to four weeks, so you know it works before you invest further.

  3. Build

    We develop the solution in short sprints, with a demo of working software after every sprint.

  4. Integration and go-live

    Connected to your systems, APIs and data, tested, and deployed to production with your team on board.

  5. Support and scale

    Monitoring and improvements after launch, and the next use cases once the first one runs.

  • Rate€ 150 per hour
  • PricingClear estimate, no hidden costs
  • HostingEU, US or fully local
  • After launchSupport and room to scale

Built by AI engineers, secured by design

Your solution is built by our own AI engineers and consultants, all with at least a Bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence. One team, from scoping to support.

  • Nick, AI Lead at DataNorth Nick AI Lead
  • Lennart, AI Engineer at DataNorth Lennart AI Engineer
  • Caden, AI Engineer at DataNorth Caden AI Engineer
  • Mike, AI Solutions Engineer at DataNorth Mike AI Solutions Engineer

Independent of AI vendorsWe choose the model and platform that fit your case, not the other way around.

Security and compliance

  • Security and privacy built in from the first design
  • GDPR compliant, with a data processing agreement
  • Hosted where you need it: on Azure or in your own cloud, in the EU or the US
  • Encrypted data traffic, strict access controls and data minimization
  • Working according to the ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 standards
  • Fully local AI for sensitive data, without the cloud. See local AI
Read about security and compliance

Discuss your AI project

Leave your details and we call you back to talk about the process you want to improve. No commitment.

  1. Leave your name and number
  2. We call you within 1 to 2 business days
  3. You receive a clear plan and cost estimate

Specialized AI development services

Besides custom development we offer dedicated services per model, capability and type of automation.

Choose a focus

Not sure which one fits? We advise you in the first call.

Three ways to start your AI project

Where are you now?

  • Recommended for you

    AI Assessment

    € 15,000 two weeks, five departments

    We map where AI saves the most time in your organization and deliver a prioritized roadmap with business cases.

    About the AI Assessment
  • Recommended for you

    Proof of Concept

    € 6,000 to € 24,000 one to four weeks

    A working prototype on your own data, so you know it works and what it delivers before you build it fully.

    About the Proof of Concept
  • Recommended for you

    Development and implementation

    Custom quote € 150 per hour

    The full solution, integrated with your systems and taken into production, with support after launch.

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Flexible pricing based on your goals, scope and technical requirements.

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Custom AI development

Discovery and technical scoping

Clear project plan and cost estimate

Custom AI development tailored to your business

Integration with your existing systems, APIs and data

Testing, deployment and production setup

Security and privacy considerations built in

Experienced AI Experts at €150 per hour, fixed fees / no hidden costs

Support after launch and room to scale

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is Custom AI Development?

    Custom AI Solution Development is the process of designing and creating Artificial Intelligence solutions tailored to meet the specific needs and challenges of your business.

    Developing custom AI solutions includes analyzing the problem, creating an AI strategy, developing the AI technology, and implementing it within your current business processes.
    Our AI Development & Implementation service does exactly this. We help you develop a custom AI solution and seamless implementing it in your business.
  • What kind of Custom AI solutions can be build?

    The kind of Custom AI solutions that can be built is vast, but not limited to, Machine Learning models, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Computer Vision, and Generative AI applications.

    These solutions can range from Sales Forecasting and Predictive Maintenance to Chatbot Development and Mailbox Automation.The type of AI solution built would be aligned with the goals of your business’s, its challenges, and the industry it operates in.

  • How do Custom AI Solutions help my business?

    Custom AI Solutions help your business by automating routine tasks, providing insightful data analytics, enhancing customer experience, and/or improving decision-making.

    Custom build AI solutions can lead to significant cost savings, increased efficiency, and competitive advantage in the market.

    Through our AI Consulting services, we help identify the areas where AI can add the most value to your business.

  • What is AI Implementation Support?

    AI Implementation Support involves assisting businesses in deploying and integrating AI solutions into their existing systems and processes.

    It ensures that the AI technology operates correctly, securely, and optimally post-deployment.
    Our AI Training & Workshop service is designed to provide the necessary knowledge about AI and basic know-how for successful AI implementation.
  • What kind of AI solutions can DataNorth help me implement?

    DataNorth can assist in implementing a wide array of AI solutions including Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, NLP, and Generative AI.

    Whether it’s
    we have the expertise to support your business through the entire AI implementation journey.
    With the creation of tailor-made AI solutions it’s possible to have it created in a transparent way, we call this Explainable AI. It’s about ensuring that the output of the created AI solutions is accompanied by an equally intelligent explanation.
  • Why does my business need AI Implementation Support?

    AI Implementation Support is crucial for businesses to ensure seamless and successful deployment of (Custom) AI solutions.

    Implementation support helps in overcoming challenges that may arise during implementation. It ensures the AI technology is aligned with business goals, and that employees are well-equipped to work with the new technology.
    Our AI Inspirational Demo service provides a glimpse into how AI can revolutionize your business operations.
  • Do you have alternative AI Development services?