What is AI Production Readiness Architecture?

AI Production Readiness Architecture (APRA) transforms AI prototypes into secure, scalable production systems. I bridge the critical gap between working demos and enterprise-grade infrastructure, including security controls, monitoring, CI/CD pipelines, and cost optimization.

Do you provide fractional CTO services?

Yes, I offer flexible Fractional CTO services for technical founders and growing companies. This includes strategic technical leadership, team building, architecture decisions, and scaling guidance without the commitment of a full-time executive.

What compliance frameworks do you support?

I specialize in defence and government compliance including CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification), CPCSC (Canadian Public Sector Cybersecurity), NIST 800-171, SOC 2, and ISO 27001. I provide technical implementation aligned with framework requirements. Note: Compliance certification requires formal audit by accredited third party. I help you work toward compliance-readiness, not certification itself.

How do you approach DevSecOps implementation?

DevSecOps implementation focuses on integrating security throughout the development lifecycle. I help teams build secure CI/CD pipelines, implement automated security testing, establish security guardrails, and train development teams on secure coding practices.

What are your service packages?

I offer three AI production readiness packages: Assessment (1 week) for production readiness evaluation, Deployment Sprint (4 weeks) for complete production setup with monitoring and security, and Optimization (8 weeks) for enterprise-scale systems with compliance and advanced monitoring. All packages are delivered with clear success criteria. Pricing is discussed on a discovery call.

What is the ROI of AI production readiness?

Many clients achieve significant ROI through AI production readiness, with typical benefits including substantial infrastructure cost reductions through optimization, improved system reliability, and reduced development time.

How long does compliance implementation take?

Compliance implementation timelines vary: CMMC Level 2-3 typically takes 6-12 months, ISO 27001 requires 3-6 months, and SOC 2 can be completed in 2-4 months. Timelines depend on current maturity level and resource availability.

What certifications do you hold?

I hold AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CMMC CCP (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification), American Management Association Professional Management Certification, and multiple AWS specialty certifications including Security and DevOps Engineer Professional.

Do you work with startups or enterprise clients?

I work with both startups and enterprises. For startups, I provide fractional CTO services and AI production readiness. For enterprises, I focus on DevSecOps transformation, compliance frameworks, and cloud architecture modernization.

What industries do you specialize in?

I specialize in technology-driven industries including SaaS companies, healthcare, financial services, defence contractors, and regulated industries requiring compliance frameworks like CMMC, SOC 2, and ISO 27001.

How do you handle data security and privacy?

I implement defence-in-depth security with encryption, access controls, audit logging, and compliance frameworks. All client data is handled according to GDPR and industry-specific privacy requirements with secure communication channels.

What is your typical engagement model?

I use fixed-scope packages for predictable outcomes: Assessment, Deployment Sprint, and Optimization. All packages include defined deliverables and clear payment terms. Most clients start with a no-cost 30-minute discovery call to determine the right package for their needs.

AI Production Readiness Services

Expert consulting and hands-on implementation to transform AI prototypes into production-ready systems. Assessment, deployment, and optimization packages with defined deliverables and payment terms.

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Fractional CTO

Strategic leadership for AI and cloud

Architecture, security, AI delivery, and team governance handled by one technical leader, not four separate consultants. Pair with AI Production Readiness and AI Code Security sprints to launch safely with clear budget oversight and cost-control guidance.

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Architecture & roadmap

Decisions, priorities, and budget guardrails for AI and cloud.

Team & delivery

Mentorship, process tuning, and DevSecOps governance.

Production readiness

Bundle with AI Production and AI Code Security execution.

Starting Point

AI Production Readiness Assessment

Comprehensive evaluation of your AI prototype's production readiness. Get a clear roadmap and cost estimate for transforming your working demo into a production system.

Fixed-scope assessment

1 week delivery • Defined deliverables

What You Get:

Detailed technical assessment report
Production readiness gap analysis
Cost estimates for next steps
Prioritized implementation roadmap
30-minute follow-up consultation

Scope Note: Assessment provides evaluation and recommendations only. Does not include implementation work, ongoing support, cloud infrastructure costs, or third-party tool licenses. Implementation requires separate Deployment Sprint or Optimization package.

Perfect for: Technical founders with working AI prototypes who need clarity on production requirements and costs before committing to full deployment.

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1 Week

Delivery

Fixed

Scope

Your roadmap to production success

Core Service

AI Production Deployment Sprint

Complete production deployment of your AI system in 4 weeks. From working prototype to production-ready infrastructure with monitoring, security, and scalability built-in.

Fixed-scope deployment

4 weeks delivery • Comprehensive deliverables

What You Get:

Complete production infrastructure setup
CI/CD pipelines for AI model deployment
Security controls and compliance implementation
Monitoring, logging, and alerting setup
Performance optimization and cost management
Handover documentation and team training

Perfect for: Technical founders with validated AI prototypes ready to move to production. Companies with product-market fit seeking enterprise-grade infrastructure.

Scope Note: Deployment Sprint includes infrastructure setup, CI/CD implementation, and handover training. Does not include: ongoing 24/7 managed services, cloud infrastructure hosting costs (you pay AWS/GCP/Azure directly), third-party monitoring/security tool licenses, application feature development, or data migration from legacy systems. Actual outcomes depend on client implementation, team responsiveness, and infrastructure access provisioning.

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4 Weeks

To Production

Fixed

Scope

From prototype to production-ready in 4 weeks

8 Weeks

To Scale

Fixed

Scope

Enterprise-grade AI production and scaling

Enterprise Service

AI Production Optimization

Take your AI system to enterprise scale. Optimize performance, implement advanced monitoring, ensure compliance, and prepare for high-volume production workloads.

Fixed-scope optimization

8 weeks delivery • Enterprise scale

What You Get:

Performance optimization and auto-scaling implementation
Advanced monitoring and observability setup
SOC 2 and ISO 27001 audit readiness implementation
Implementation prepares you for audit; certification determined by independent auditors
Disaster recovery and backup strategies
Cost optimization for production workloads
Team training and knowledge transfer
Production support and maintenance planning

Scope Note: Optimization includes performance tuning, advanced monitoring, and compliance framework implementation (audit readiness). Does not include: formal compliance certification audits (independent auditors required), ongoing managed services after handover, cloud infrastructure costs, third-party tool licenses, application development, or 24/7 incident response. Compliance outcomes determined by independent auditors, not by implementation services.

Perfect for: Companies with established AI products ready for enterprise scale, regulatory compliance, and high-availability production environments.

RAG

Systems

LLM

Integration

Pipelines

Tooling

Production-ready AI infrastructure

Emerging

Applied AI

Practical AI implementation that treats infrastructure, security, and delivery as one problem. Not hype-driven experimentation - production-ready AI that works within your regulatory and operational reality.

What I Do:

AI/LLM integration strategy and implementation
ML pipeline and infrastructure design
Model deployment, monitoring, and observability
RAG systems and vector database implementation
AI tooling for engineering productivity

Typical outcome: Production AI features that actually work, with proper infrastructure and monitoring to maintain them.

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Additional Services

Cloud Architecture

Design and build scalable AWS infrastructure with proper multi-account setup, networking, and Infrastructure as Code.

• Multi-account AWS organization with Control Tower
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
• High availability and disaster recovery

Cost Optimization

Reduce AWS bills through rightsizing, reserved instances, Savings Plans, and architectural improvements.

• Cost analysis and recommendations
• Reserved Instance and Savings Plan strategy
• Resource rightsizing

Compliance Frameworks

CMMC, CPCSC, and ISO 27001 compliance implementation focused on what auditors and assessors actually care about.

• CMMC & CPCSC readiness for defence contractors
• ISO 27001 controls implementation
• Gap analysis and remediation planning

Technical Due Diligence

Independent review of vendor deliverables against contract requirements. Objective assessment for payment decisions and dispute resolution.

• SOW compliance verification
• Code quality and architecture assessment
• Third-party deliverable validation

Service Comparison: Which is Right for You?

Compare service offerings to find the best fit for your technical needs

Service	Best For	Timeline	Deliverables
AI Production Assessment	Technical founders with AI prototypes needing production readiness evaluation	1 week	Comprehensive assessment report, production gap analysis, cost estimates, implementation roadmap
AI Production Deployment Sprint	Technical founders with validated AI prototypes ready for production deployment	4 weeks	Complete production infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, security controls, monitoring setup, handover documentation
AI Production Optimization	Companies with established AI products ready for enterprise scale and compliance	8 weeks	Performance optimization, advanced monitoring, compliance frameworks, disaster recovery, team training

Not sure which service fits your needs? Schedule a no-cost discovery call to discuss your specific situation.

Ready to Get Expert Support for Your AI Production Journey?

Start with a no-cost 30-minute discovery call. Receive an AI production readiness assessment and a tailored package recommendation for your needs and budget.

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AI Production Readiness Services

Strategic leadership for AI and cloud

AI Production Readiness Assessment

What You Get:

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AI Production Deployment Sprint

What You Get:

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AI Production Optimization

What You Get:

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Applied AI

What I Do:

Additional Services

Cloud Architecture

Cost Optimization

Compliance Frameworks

Technical Due Diligence

Service Comparison: Which is Right for You?

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