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Scotland's AI Consultant
Find Where AI Works for Your Business
Fixed-Price AI Consultation for Scottish Businesses
If you're a Scottish business or public sector organisation that knows AI is relevant but doesn't know where to start — this is exactly what we do. Skirr AI is a Scotland-based AI consultancy trusted by Scottish Futures Trust, Fife Council, and the Scottish Building Standards Hub. We've identified 9,000 hours of potential savings for a Scottish government infrastructure body. We can do the same for you.
Scotland-Based · Fixed Price · Public Sector Specialists · AI Consultancy Since 2023
9,000
Hours of savings identifiedfor Scottish Futures Trust
1 week
From audit start toroadmap in your hands
£2,750
Starting price — fixed,no surprises
9,000 hours
Potential annual time savings identified for Scottish Futures Trust — a government body responsible for public sector infrastructure across Scotland including hospitals, schools, prisons and public buildings.
“Skirr AI have provided vital support to our Public Sector Digital Estate Working Group in the area of Artificial Intelligence. As AI develops at pace, they have provided reliable advice and are a trusted delivery partner.”
— Paul Dodd, Senior Associate Director – Infrastructure Technology, Scottish Futures Trust
Trusted by Scottish organisations
·Crown Commercial ServiceWhy it matters now
Scottish Businesses Are Falling Behind on AI — and Most Don't Know It
Scotland's business landscape is heavily SME-driven, with firms competing nationally and internationally across professional services, technology, energy, tourism and financial services. Most Scottish businesses know AI is relevant — fewer than one in five have a clear plan for it.
The businesses that move now capture the advantage. AI doesn't require a large budget or a technical team — it requires knowing where to start. That's what a Skirr AI consultation delivers.
Less than 20%
Of Scottish SMEs have a clear AI adoption plan — despite knowing AI is relevant to their business
Source: Scottish business AI research 2026
9,000 hrs
Potential annual savings identified for Scottish Futures Trust — a Scottish government infrastructure body
Source: Skirr AI audit, 2024
£400bn
Potential AI contribution to UK GDP by 2030 — Scottish businesses that act now capture a disproportionate share
Source: UK Government AI Opportunities Action Plan, January 2025
Scottish case studies
Real AI Consultancy Work — Delivered in Scotland
Scottish Futures Trust
Scottish Futures Trust manages public sector infrastructure across Scotland on behalf of the Scottish Government — covering hospitals, schools, prisons, and public buildings. We were engaged to support their Public Sector Digital Estate Working Group on AI adoption and governance.
Our structured AI audit identified over 9,000 hours of potential annual time savings across their managed portfolio. The engagement covered workflow mapping, AI opportunity identification, compliance assessment, and a prioritised roadmap delivered in two weeks.
“Skirr AI have provided vital support to our Public Sector Digital Estate Working Group in the area of Artificial Intelligence. As AI develops at pace, they have provided reliable advice and are a trusted delivery partner.”
— Paul Dodd, Senior Associate Director – Infrastructure Technology, Scottish Futures Trust
Scottish Building Standards Hub
The Scottish Building Standards Hub was commissioned by the Scottish Government's Building Standards Division to bring together fragmented documentation, guidance, and local authority contacts into a single, user-friendly product.
We took their brief and delivered a clear, focused AI-powered application — on time, within budget, with no overruns. The project involved AI-assisted document ingestion, search and guidance functionality, and integration with local authority contact data across Scotland.
“Skirr AI took our brief and developed a clear, focused and user-friendly product that met the brief, in a friendly, professional and no-fuss manner. They took care of everything whilst regularly engaging with us during development.”
— James Whiteford MRICS BSc, Director, Scottish Building Standards Hub
Fife Council
After defining the target customer and conducting an AI audit of existing technologies, we established a clear project scope — delivering on time, within budget, and with no overruns.
How it works
From First Call to Clear AI Roadmap — in as Little as One Week
01 — Book & Brief
A free 15-minute call. We'll ask a few questions about your business, explain exactly what the audit involves, and agree next steps — no pressure, no commitment. Scotland-based clients can request an in-person session in Glasgow or Edinburgh.
Book a Free Scoping Call →02 — Discover & Map
We run structured discovery sessions with you and your team — mapping workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and finding your highest-value AI opportunities. We know Scotland's business and public sector context — we don't need to be briefed on procurement, GDPR Scotland, or Scottish Government frameworks.
03 — Report & Roadmap
You receive a written report ranking your top AI opportunities by impact and effort, a prioritised roadmap, compliance notes, and a readout call. Plain English. No jargon. Actionable from day one.
AI consultation packages
Fixed Price. Fixed Timeline. Right-Sized for Your Organisation.
Three tiers based on organisation size. All include a written report, compliance notes, and a readout call. Scottish pricing in GBP — the only page on the Skirr AI site where we quote in pounds, because this page is for Scottish buyers.
Starter Audit
Scottish SMEs · small businesses · sole traders · startups
£3,200
1 week
- 1 x 90-min discovery call
- 2–3 processes reviewed
- Top 3 AI quick wins identified
- 4–6 page written report
- 45-min readout call
- GDPR and compliance notes included
Most Popular
Growth Audit
Scottish SMEs with 16–50 people · growing businesses · professional services firms
£6,500
2 weeks
- 3–4 cross-department calls
- 5–7 processes mapped in depth
- Full workflow analysis
- 12–15 page written report
- Prioritised AI roadmap with scores
- 90-min readout with slides
- Full compliance review
Enterprise & Public Sector
Scottish public sector · local councils · NHS Scotland · government bodies
Custom
Timeline agreed on scoping call
- Custom scope and stakeholder mapping
- Procurement-aligned — Crown Commercial Service and Scottish Government frameworks
- Multi-department audit
- Executive-ready report
- Board-level presentation available
- Post-audit implementation support
- Fixed contract pricing
Post-Audit Support
The Audit Is the Beginning — Not the End
Most AI consultancies deliver the report and disappear. We don't.
Your Skirr AI audit includes a full 12-month After-Audit Programme at no extra cost. We stay with you because your success is our success.
12 months
of ongoing support after your audit
What's included
Structured 1:1 Progress Calls
First 2 months: One 1-hour call every 2 weeks (4 calls). Months 3–12: One 1-hour call every 3 months (at months 3, 6, 9 & 12).
Dedicated WhatsApp Support Group
Message us anytime for quick questions and guidance throughout the full 12 months.
Tailored Roadmap & Report Updates
At the Month 6 and Month 12 reviews we will update your specific audit report and roadmap as new AI technologies and tools emerge that are relevant to your business and sector.
All follow-ups are optional. You can switch to async email updates at any time. No pressure — just genuine ongoing support.
Scottish public sector clients — we are familiar with Scottish Government procurement frameworks, Crown Commercial Service, and G-Cloud. Get in touch and we'll identify the right procurement route for your organisation.
Free for Scotland-based businesses
Fund Your AI Consultation with a Scottish Enterprise or Innovate UK Grant
Not every Scottish business needs to pay upfront for an AI audit. Through SMART: SCOTLAND, Innovate UK, and BridgeAI, many Scotland-based SMEs can access £5,000–£50,000 in grant funding for AI adoption — and we help you find out if you're eligible, for free.
- Free grant identification call — we review your business before you meet
- No fee for application support — unlike typical grant brokers charging £2,000–£5,000
- We write the grant and deliver the AI audit or implementation once you're funded
Scottish grant programmes
Scottish Enterprise · SMART: SCOTLAND · Innovate UK · BridgeAI
Complete a short form and we'll assess your eligibility within one working day. If there's a genuine opportunity, we'll book your call. If not, we'll tell you honestly.
Apply for a Free Grant Identification Call →Scotland-based businesses only · Skirr AI named as primary delivery partner on funded projects
Scotland-specific
We Know the Scottish Business and Public Sector Landscape
Most AI consultants are London-based firms who treat Scotland as an afterthought. Skirr AI is different — we're Scottish, we're here, and we've delivered for some of Scotland's most respected public sector organisations.
We understand:
- Scottish Government AI Strategy and policy direction
- Crown Commercial Service and Scottish Government procurement frameworks
- NHS Scotland data governance requirements
- Scottish Enterprise and Innovate UK funding opportunities for AI adoption
- The practical reality of AI adoption in Scottish SMEs — budget constraints, small teams, and the need for quick wins over long implementations
Scottish Government AI Strategy
The Scottish Government has committed to making Scotland a leader in responsible AI adoption. We align all recommendations to the Scottish AI Strategy — helping public sector organisations adopt AI in a way that's safe, ethical, and practically useful.
Scottish Enterprise & Funding
Scottish businesses may be eligible for AI adoption funding through Scottish Enterprise, Innovate UK's BridgeAI programme, and other Scottish Government initiatives. We help you identify what's available and how an AI audit supports a stronger funding application.
Free grant identification for Scotland →Scotland-Based Support
We're available for in-person sessions in Glasgow and Edinburgh, and remote delivery across the rest of Scotland. No travel surcharges. No London agency pricing. Just honest, practical AI consultancy from a team that understands your context.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why hire a Scotland-based AI consultant rather than a London agency?
A Scotland-based AI consultant understands the local business landscape, Scottish Government frameworks, NHS Scotland requirements, and the practical budget constraints of Scottish SMEs and public sector organisations. We're not applying a generic template — we know the context. We've delivered for Scottish Futures Trust, Fife Council, and the Scottish Building Standards Hub. Those aren't London case studies dressed up as Scottish experience. They're the real thing.
What does an AI consultant in Scotland actually do?
We run a structured audit of your business — mapping your workflows, identifying where AI can save time or money, and delivering a clear prioritised roadmap. We then help you implement what the roadmap recommends — whether that's activating AI tools you already pay for, building a custom AI solution, or deploying managed AI agents. The audit always comes first because it tells us exactly what's worth building.
How much does an AI consultation cost in Scotland?
Our Scottish pricing is in GBP. Starter audits for smaller businesses start at £2,750 and are delivered in one week. Growth audits for 16–50 person organisations are £5,100 and delivered in two weeks. Public sector and enterprise engagements are scoped individually — we align with Scottish Government and Crown Commercial Service procurement frameworks. Book a free 15-minute call and we'll give you an exact figure within 24 hours.
Do you work with Scottish public sector organisations?
Yes — public sector is one of our primary areas of expertise. Scottish Futures Trust and Fife Council are two of our existing clients. We understand procurement frameworks, data sovereignty requirements, NHS Scotland data governance, and Scottish Government AI policy. We are listed on Crown Commercial Service and familiar with G-Cloud procurement routes.
Do you offer AI consultancy for Scottish SMEs specifically?
Absolutely. Scottish SMEs are exactly who our Starter and Growth audits are built for. Small businesses often see the fastest return from AI because decisions move quickly and there's less organisational friction. We offer compact AI audits sized for SMEs — no jargon, no unnecessary complexity, and no minimum contract. One audit, one week, clear output.
Can you help us access Scottish Enterprise or Innovate UK funding for AI?
We can identify what funding may be relevant to your situation and how an AI audit supports a stronger funding application. We don't administer grants directly but we understand what Scottish Enterprise, Innovate UK BridgeAI, and other Scottish Government programmes look for — and our audit documentation is written in a way that supports funding applications.
Ready when you are
Scotland's AI Consultancy — Fixed Price, Clear Roadmap, Real Results
Book a free 15-minute scoping call with Scotland's most experienced public sector AI consultancy. We'll tell you which audit tier fits your organisation, answer any questions, and be honest if it's not the right time.
Free 15 minutes · No hard sell · Scotland-based AI consultancy serving Glasgow, Edinburgh and nationwide · Public sector specialists