Engagement models
Three formats, one single rule
You validate the value before committing to the next phase. No framework contract that ties you in for two years, no public price that ignores your context. The cost depends on criticality, data volume and the level of compliance expected — we discuss it from the first call.
Scoping
Decide whether AI is the right answer
You're hesitating between several solutions, or an internal AI project has already cost you dearly with no tangible result.
- Audit of the need and the available data
- Mapping of technical options (RAG, agent, fine-tuning, business rule)
- Estimate of inference and infrastructure costs
- A reasoned go/no-go, in writing
Fixed cost, no follow-on commitment
Prototype sprint
See the system work on your real data
Scoping said yes. You want concrete proof, testable by your teams, before industrialising.
- Functional prototype deployed on your infrastructure or ours
- Documented quality tests (relevance, latency, costs)
- Demo and handover to internal technical teams
- Recommendation to industrialise or pivot
Per-sprint package, concrete deliverable
Production rollout
From prototype to a system that holds the load
The prototype convinces. Now you need a monitored, secured system, integrated into your IT and maintained by your teams.
- Target architecture and deployment on your infrastructure
- Monitoring, guardrails, traceability, GDPR compliance
- Training and skill transfer to your teams
- Technical documentation and operations runbook
Day rate or fixed price, your choice
And the price, concretely?
A scoping starts around €8,000. A prototype sprint typically lands between €25,000 and €60,000 depending on complexity. A production rollout is quoted case by case, often between €80,000 and €250,000 for a complete enterprise system, training and handover included.
IgnitionAI ranges based on our 2024-2025 engagements (8 audited engagements, French mid-market companies). Possible variation of ±30% depending on your context. For reference, day rates on the French market for specialised AI consultants range from €600 to €3,000 per day depending on the level of expertise (2026 market sources). A firm quote is issued after the first call, with no commitment. See our editorial policy.