Most AI initiatives in Dubai fail before any code is written — because nobody made the hard calls first. Which problem is worth automating? Is a model, a vendor, or a spreadsheet the right answer? What is realistic in 90 days versus what is a pitch-deck fantasy?
As an AI strategy consultant based in Dubai, Frederic Haddad works with founders and executives across the UAE to answer those questions with engineering-grade honesty. You get a senior AI engineer's judgment — not a slide deck of industry trends.
What you get
- [01]AI feasibility assessment: what is genuinely possible with today's models, and at what cost
- [02]A prioritized AI roadmap scoped to your team, data, and budget — not a generic maturity model
- [03]Build-vs-buy analysis with honest trade-offs, including “don't build this” recommendations
- [04]Technical due diligence on AI products, vendors, or teams before you commit capital
- [05]Risk and compliance framing for the UAE context: data residency, privacy, and vendor lock-in
How it works: the Strategy Day
A full on-site day in Dubai: audit of your current setup, feasibility calls, and a written roadmap you can act on the same week.
FAQ
What does an AI strategy consultant actually do?
They translate business goals into a concrete AI plan: which use cases are worth pursuing, what they cost, what the risks are, and what to build versus buy — then sequence it into a roadmap your team can execute.
Do you work on-site in Dubai?
Yes. Strategy days are delivered on-site at your office in Dubai, or on Google Meet if you are elsewhere in the UAE or remote.
How much does an AI strategy engagement cost?
A full strategy day in Dubai is AED 10,000 (8 hours). Shorter consultations on Google Meet are AED 2,000 per hour. Pricing is public and booked online — no retainers, no procurement cycles.
We have no data or engineering team. Is AI still worth exploring?
Often yes — but the honest answer depends on your case. The feasibility assessment exists precisely to tell you when AI is the right move and when it is not, before you spend on either.