POLR AI
Your Path of Least Resistance
to Greater Efficiency with AI
WE HELP SMBs CLOSE THE AI ADOPTION GAP. 78% of companies now use AI. Your competitors are scaling operations, improving quality, and expanding reach - without expanding headcount. We help SMBs close the AI adoption gap with strategy, implementation, and results that matter.
The AI Adoption Gap: Why Companies Are Moving Now
The competitive landscape has shifted. Here's what's happening:
- 78% of organizations now use AI (up from 55% in 2023)
Source: McKinsey Global Survey on AI (2024) - 85% of enterprises have adopted AI systems
Source: Wiz State of AI in the Cloud 2025 - Only 34% of small businesses have adopted AI - leaving a massive competitive gap
- 85% of business leaders expect to use GenAI for low-value tasks by 2025
Source: Azilen / Industry Reports
What This Means for You
Companies using AI are seeing:
- 20-30% inventory reduction through predictive forecasting(McKinsey Supply Chain)
- 56% conversion rate increases via intelligent automation
- 20-50% error reduction in forecasting(McKinsey)
- 30-50% downtime reduction with predictive maintenance(McKinsey / WorkTrek)
The gap between AI adopters and non-adopters widens every quarter.
Delay isn't neutral - it's falling behind. We help you close the gap and pull ahead.
Three Pillars: From Competitive Assessment to Measurable Results
We don't just "implement AI." We help you identify where AI creates competitive advantage, build confidence across your organization, and deliver systems that expand capacity and improve outcomes.
AI Strategy & Opportunity Assessment
Identify Your Competitive AI Advantage
Where are your competitors already using AI? Where are you vulnerable? Our AI Opportunity Audit benchmarks your operations, identifies high-impact opportunities, and delivers a prioritized 90-day roadmap focused on measurable outcomes - not vague efficiency gains.
- •Competitive AI benchmark analysis
- •Industry-specific opportunity identification
- •Prioritized 90-day implementation roadmap
- •ROI projections for each opportunity
AI Education & Team Training
Build Executive and Operator Confidence
AI transformation fails when teams don't understand it. We deliver role-specific training that moves executives from uncertainty to strategic clarity, and operators from resistance to adoption. Your team learns what AI can and can't do - and how to leverage it without fear.
- •Executive briefings on AI strategy and ROI
- •Operator training on AI tool usage
- •Industry-specific use case workshops
- •Change management support
Custom AI Implementation
Build and Scale AI Systems That Deliver ROI
Strategy without execution is worthless. We develop custom AI solutions, integrate them into your existing workflows, and optimize performance over time. From demand forecasting to intelligent routing to predictive maintenance - we build systems that expand your capacity without expanding your team.
- •Custom AI solution development
- •Integration with existing systems (CRM, ERP)
- •Workflow automation and intelligent routing
- •Ongoing performance optimization
Who We Serve: Industries Where AI Drives Competitive Advantage
We work with small and medium-sized businesses in industries where AI creates measurable operational and competitive advantage. If your business struggles with capacity constraints, quality control, or competitive positioning - AI can help.
AI for E-Commerce Efficiency
Inventory misalignment, order processing delays, customer support overload, high return rates
- •Demand forecasting that reduces inventory costs by 20-30%
- •Intelligent order routing that accelerates fulfillment
- •AI chatbots that handle 24/7 customer support
- •Quality prediction that reduces returns
Faster fulfillment, lower costs, better customer experience - without expanding your team.
AI for Local Service Business Growth
(HVAC, Plumbing, Landscaping, Electrical)Scheduling inefficiency, lead qualification bottlenecks, route optimization, missed follow-ups
- •Intelligent scheduling that maximizes jobs per day
- •Lead scoring that prioritizes high-value opportunities
- •Automated follow-up that converts more estimates
- •Route optimization that reduces travel time
More jobs per day, higher close rates, improved service quality - with the same team size.
AI for B2B SaaS & Sales
Long sales cycles, poor lead qualification, customer churn, inefficient onboarding
- •Predictive lead scoring that shortens sales cycles by 3-6 months
- •Churn prediction that identifies at-risk customers before they leave
- •Sales automation that frees reps for strategic work
- •Onboarding optimization that reduces time-to-value
Faster sales cycles, higher retention, more efficient growth - without scaling headcount.
AI for Manufacturing & Inventory
Equipment downtime, inventory inefficiency, demand forecasting errors, supply chain disruption
- •Predictive maintenance that reduces downtime by 29%
- •Demand forecasting that cuts inventory costs by 22%
- •Supply chain optimization that prevents stockouts
- •Quality control automation that reduces defects
Lower costs, higher uptime, better quality - without adding complexity.
AI for Finance & Risk Management
Fraud detection delays, customer risk assessment, compliance monitoring, manual underwriting
- •Real-time fraud detection with 84% improvement in accuracy
- •Predictive risk scoring that accelerates underwriting
- •Compliance automation that reduces manual review time
- •Customer behavior prediction that improves retention
Faster decisions, lower risk, better compliance - without hiring analysts.
Don't See Your Industry?
We work across sectors where AI creates operational leverage. Schedule a consultation to discuss your specific opportunity.
Schedule ConsultationAI That Expands Human Capacity, Not Replaces It
AI doesn't replace your team - it multiplies their impact. We design systems that handle repetitive, low-value work so your people can focus on strategy, relationships, and high-impact decisions. The result: better quality, expanded reach, and increased capacity - without hiring.
Competitive Benchmark & Opportunity Audit
We analyze your operations to identify where AI creates the biggest competitive advantage and ROI.
Prioritized Roadmap & Team Alignment
We build a 90-day implementation plan prioritized by impact and feasibility, then align your team with role-specific training.
Build, Integrate, and Deploy
We develop custom AI systems, integrate them into your existing workflows, and deploy with minimal disruption to operations.
Optimize and Scale
We monitor performance, iterate based on results, and scale successful implementations across your organization.
Our Philosophy
- •Humans make strategic decisions; AI handles execution
- •Automation frees your team for high-value work
- •Systems are transparent, secure, and controllable
- •You maintain oversight and final authority
Guided by Experience
I'm Brennan Gerle. With 12+ years in digital transformation, I help businesses bridge the gap between AI potential and practical ROI.
I don't just implement technology; I align it with your brand and culture, ensuring your team feels empowered, not replaced.
More about Brennan
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about AI consulting and implementation
What is AI consulting and how can it help my business?
AI consulting helps you identify where AI creates competitive advantage, build systems that deliver measurable outcomes, and train your team to adopt them. Unlike generic "AI solutions," we focus on industry-specific opportunities that expand capacity, improve quality, and accelerate growth - without replacing your team.
Do I need technical knowledge to apply AI in my business?
No. That's our job. We handle the technical complexity while you focus on business outcomes. We train your team on what they need to know - how to use the systems, interpret results, and make strategic decisions - not how to build them.
What industries do you work with?
We specialize in industries where AI creates measurable operational advantage: E-commerce & fulfillment, Local service businesses (HVAC, plumbing, etc.), B2B SaaS & software, Manufacturing & distribution, and Financial services & fintech. If your business struggles with capacity constraints or quality control, we can help.
How long does it take to see ROI from AI implementation?
Most clients see initial results within 90 days of deployment. Full ROI typically occurs within 6-18 months depending on the complexity of the implementation and the use case. We track ROI throughout the engagement and optimize based on performance data.
What's the difference between AI consulting and AI development?
AI consulting helps you understand where AI creates competitive advantage and builds a strategic roadmap. AI development is the execution - building and deploying the actual systems. We do both. We start with strategy, then execute the implementation. Many firms only do one or the other - we provide end-to-end support.
What if my competitors are already using AI?
Then you're behind - but not out of the game. The AI adoption gap is widening fast, but small businesses can still catch up with focused, strategic implementation. Our competitive benchmark analysis shows you exactly where your competitors are using AI and how to leapfrog them with better execution.
Can AI really help a small business, or is it just for enterprises?
AI is no longer just for tech giants. 78% of organizations now use AI, including SMBs. The tools have become more accessible, affordable, and practical for small businesses. The difference is strategic focus - you need to implement AI where it creates real leverage, not chase trends. That's where we come in.
Stop Losing Ground to AI-Enabled Competitors
Every day you wait, the gap widens. Schedule a strategy session to see exactly where you stand and how to catch up.