Question 1

How much does it cost to add AI to my product in Australia?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the use case, since a support agent over your own docs is a different job to a workflow that touches multiple systems. On the free call we scope the use case and give you a fixed estimate before any work starts.

Question 2

Which AI models and providers do you use?

Accepted Answer

We pick the model per use case rather than defaulting to one vendor, weighing accuracy, latency and cost. Most projects use hosted models from established providers, with the option to swap models later without a rebuild.

Question 3

Where is our data stored and processed?

Accepted Answer

We can keep data processing in regions you choose and avoid sending customer data to a model provider when it isn't needed for the feature to work. We'll walk through the specific setup for your product on the call.

Question 4

How long does an AI feature take to build?

Accepted Answer

We size the timeline on the free call once the use case is scoped.

Question 5

Can you add AI to an app another team built?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The first step is an architecture review so we understand what's already there before we touch it.

Question 6

Does AI development qualify for the R&D Tax Incentive?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your adviser before the build starts. R&D done overseas only qualifies with a positive Overseas Finding, which isn't granted for cost reasons alone, and overseas spend must be smaller than the related Australian R&D. That makes offshore development fees hard to claim. We keep clear technical records either way. This is not tax advice.

Question 7

What does an AI feature cost to run after launch?

Accepted Answer

Ongoing cost is mostly model usage, which scales with how often the feature is used. We set up cost monitoring before launch so you can see spend per feature and adjust the model or prompt if it climbs.

AI agent development for Australian startups that ships past the demo

Why AI projects stall in Australian startups

A demo that never becomes a feature

Data and privacy questions with no clear owner

Local ML hires are scarce and expensive

What a DevForge AI build includes

Built for how Australian founders ship AI

Architecture calls in your afternoon

Cost monitoring from day one

A founder reviews every architecture decision

How it works

Free 30-min call

Product blueprint (weeks 1-2)

Build and test (weeks 2-7)

Launch and grow (week 8+)

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