The Anti-McKinsey
We believe UK organisations deserve access to enterprise-grade AI transformation without enterprise budgets or corporate jargon.
Why The Digital Employee Exists
While working with businesses of all sizes, I noticed a troubling pattern: enterprise companies were racing ahead with AI transformation, backed by £500K+ budgets and teams of consultants. Meanwhile, SMEs-the backbone of the UK economy-were being left behind.
The big consulting firms? They charge £7,700+ just for an assessment. They deliver lengthy reports, take your money, and leave you to figure out implementation on your own.
That's not good enough.
The Digital Employee was founded to change this. We've taken enterprise-grade AI readiness methodology and made it accessible to UK organisations. Not with watered-down advice, but with a complete transformation framework that takes you from assessment to production-scale AI.
Ian Bell
Founder
Helping UK organisations navigate the AI transformation journey with practical, affordable solutions that actually work.
The Problem We Solve
UK organisations face unique challenges when it comes to AI adoption.
What enterprise consultants charge just for an assessment
Of SMEs report feeling overwhelmed by AI adoption
Affordable full-journey solutions before PULSE
Our Principles
The beliefs that guide every engagement and recommendation.
Speed with Discipline
Move fast, but with structure. AI transformation doesn't need to take years.
Culture First
Tech problems are often culture problems. We address both.
Human-Centric
AI should augment your people, not replace them.
ROI-Driven
Every recommendation tied to measurable business outcomes.
Embrace Failure
Learning is the goal. Not every pilot succeeds, and that's okay.
Alignment Matters
Leadership-staff alignment predicts success. We measure it.
Our Approach
We don't just audit and advise. We partner with you through the entire journey, from initial assessment to production-scale AI deployment.
What We Don't Do
- ❌ Deliver a report and disappear
- ❌ Charge enterprise prices for basic advice
- ❌ Use jargon to confuse and impress
- ❌ Recommend AI for its own sake
What We Do
- ✓ Partner with you for the full 12-month journey
- ✓ Provide accessible pricing with real value
- ✓ Speak plainly about practical outcomes
- ✓ Focus on ROI-driven, human-centric AI
Ready to Get Started?
See where your organisation stands on AI readiness. Our Diagnostic gives you a clear picture of your AI transformation potential.