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Akal AI consulting solutions for Penang small businesses
What We Offer

Three services, shaped around where your business is right now

Each one begins where you are — not where a consultant thinks you should be. You can start at the beginning with no prior knowledge, or arrive with a specific improvement already in mind.

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Our Methodology

How we approach each engagement

Before we suggest anything, we observe. We spend time understanding the specific tasks that make up your working day — the things you do repeatedly, the things that take longer than they should, and the things your staff find tedious. From that picture, we look for the one or two places where a modest tool would genuinely reduce friction.

We do not arrive with a preferred tool or a preferred approach. The services we offer are shaped around what your business needs, and the scope of each is agreed with you before any work begins. Nothing proceeds without your clear understanding and your comfort.

Observe first

Understand the work before suggesting tools

One step at a time

Start with the single most useful change

Include your team

Staff involved throughout, not trained at the end

Check back in

We stay engaged until the tool is genuinely embedded

Discovery conversation session for small businesses
Service 01

Discovery Conversation

RM 680 · One session

A welcoming session designed for Penang mainland small businesses that are curious about AI tools but do not know where to start. We take the time to understand your daily routine and gently point to a few areas where simple tools could ease manual work — without pressure, without jargon, and without any obligation to proceed. You receive a short, plain-language written summary at the end that is yours to keep.

What this includes

  • One session (1.5–2 hours) in person, by phone, or by video
  • Structured conversation covering your daily tasks and current challenges
  • Two or three tailored ideas for where a simple tool could help
  • Written plain-language summary delivered within two working days

How it works

  1. 01

    You tell us about your business and what prompted you to get in touch

  2. 02

    We walk through a typical working day together, noting where time is spent

  3. 03

    We discuss two or three specific areas where a tool might reduce friction

  4. 04

    You receive the written summary — and then decide entirely on your own what to do next

Best for: Owners who have heard about AI tools and are curious but cautious. No prior knowledge needed.

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Process companion package hands-on AI tool setup
Service 02

Process Companion Package

RM 1,360 · Three to four weeks

A hands-on package for teams that have decided on one modest improvement and want real support getting it running. Over three to four weeks we configure the chosen tool alongside your staff, prepare clear reference materials for everyday use, and check in to sort out small issues before they become habits. We keep the rollout gentle and the team in control of the pace at every stage.

What this includes

  • Initial scope session to agree on the one improvement to pursue
  • Configuration of the chosen tool with your staff in attendance
  • Written reference notes for the team — plain language, no jargon
  • Two follow-up check-in calls to address issues as they arise
  • Final handover call confirming the team is comfortable to proceed independently

How it works

  1. 01

    Scope session — agree on the improvement and the tool to configure

  2. 02

    Configuration session with the staff members who will use the tool daily

  3. 03

    Two-week live period with check-in calls to resolve friction points

  4. 04

    Handover call — team confirmed comfortable, reference notes delivered

Best for: Businesses that have completed a Discovery Conversation, or owners who already know the one thing they want to improve and need practical help doing it well.

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Steady guidance retainer ongoing AI consulting
Service 03

Steady Guidance Retainer

RM 2,300 per month · Scope agreed with client

A months-long working relationship for owners who want a familiar, trusted advisor they can reach regularly. The retainer includes scheduled review calls, thoughtful suggestions as your situation evolves, and small practical adjustments to keep the tools you are using genuinely helpful. The scope is agreed with you at the start and can be paused or scaled down at any point without penalty.

What this includes

  • Two scheduled review calls per month (30–45 min each)
  • Written notes after each call with any agreed adjustments or next steps
  • Small tool adjustments within the agreed scope — no extra charge
  • Between-call messaging for minor questions
  • Pause or scale-down option — no fixed minimum term

What to expect month to month

  1. 01

    Opening call — review what is working well and what has shifted

  2. 02

    Mid-month — small adjustments, questions handled, notes kept

  3. 03

    Closing call — set focus for next month, confirm any scope changes

Best for: Owners who have used AI tools for a while and want an experienced person to stay alongside them — adjusting, improving, and flagging changes that matter.

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Help Choosing

Which service fits your situation?

This table gives a quick overview. When in doubt, start with the Discovery Conversation.

Discovery
RM 680
Companion
RM 1,360
Retainer
RM 2,300/mo
No prior AI knowledge needed Some familiarity helpful
Hands-on tool configuration Minor adjustments only
Staff reference notes included
Ongoing scheduled calls Check-in calls only
Pause or cancel at any time n/a (one session) n/a (fixed package)
Written plain-language summary
Across All Services

Standards that apply to every engagement

Data privacy

We comply with Malaysia's PDPA 2010. Client data is not retained after an engagement closes, and we access only what is necessary for configuration.

Agreed scope, in writing

The scope of every engagement is agreed and confirmed in writing before work begins. No scope creep, no unexpected charges.

Plain language, always

Every summary, guide, and call is in clear everyday English. Technical terms are explained if they come up. Bahasa Malaysia available on request.

Direct team access

Clients work directly with the same team member throughout. No account management layer, no junior handoffs.

Honest assessment

If a tool or service is not the right fit for your business, we say so. We do not continue an engagement that is not serving you.

Consistent follow-through

We respond to calls and messages within one working day. Written notes and summaries are delivered on the timelines we commit to.

Pricing

Clear prices, no surprises

Discovery Conversation

RM 680

One session, no ongoing commitment

  • 1.5–2 hour session
  • Plain-language written summary
  • Tailored ideas for your business
  • In-person, phone, or video
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Process Companion

RM 1,360

3–4 week hands-on package

  • Scope session + configuration
  • Staff reference notes
  • Two follow-up check-in calls
  • Handover confirmation call
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Steady Guidance Retainer

RM 2,300

Per month, pause anytime

  • Two calls per month
  • Between-call messaging
  • Small adjustments included
  • Pause or scale down anytime
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Not Sure Where to Start?

When in doubt, start with a conversation

The Discovery Conversation is the right first step for almost every business. RM 680, a plain-language summary to keep, and complete freedom to decide what — if anything — comes next.

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