AI That Works.
Not AI That's a Buzzword.
We don't slap AI onto everything. We choose AI when it is the right tool for the job. From voice agents to AI receptionists to custom chat solutions to in-house AI systems that work with your data, no matter how big or small your project, we can help plan and execute it.
AI as a Workforce Multiplier
The right AI doesn't replace your team. It makes every person on it more effective. From outbound voice agents to private AI systems that work with your data, we build AI that multiplies what your business can do.
AI Voice Agents
AI-powered agents that call leads, qualify prospects, book appointments, and follow up. Outbound campaigns that run around the clock without adding headcount.
- AI-powered outbound calling to leads and prospects
- Lead qualification through natural conversation
- Appointment booking directly into CRM or calendar
- Automated follow-up sequences
- Custom scripts and conversation flows tailored to your sales process
- Handles high volume, scales without adding sales reps
- Works 24/7, never misses a lead
AI Receptionists
Re-record your phone system, rework call flows, and build custom voice experiences. Integrates directly with GoTo, NICE, RingCentral, and 8x8.
- Re-record your existing automated phone system with AI-generated voices
- Rework your entire call flow with an AI receptionist
- Choose from a variety of natural-sounding voices
- Build custom voice flows tailored to your business
- Direct integration with GoTo, NICE, RingCentral, and 8x8
- Intelligent call routing without "press 1 for..." menus
- After-hours handling so calls never go unanswered
Custom AI Chat Solutions
AI assistants trained on your actual business data, documentation, products, and services. Built into your site architecture, not floating on top of it.
- AI trained on your specific business data and documentation
- Built into the website architecture, not a third-party widget
- Lead capture and qualification through natural conversation
- Customer support with smart escalation to humans
- Multi-language support
- Analytics: conversations, conversions, common questions
In-House AI
Private AI systems that work with your internal data. Your documents, databases, and processes stay in your environment. We build the AI around your data, not the other way around.
- AI that works with proprietary data, securely, in your environment
- Internal knowledge bases and document Q&A systems
- Data analysis and reporting powered by AI
- Custom AI workflows tailored to your team's actual processes
- Built with Claude Code, Codex, OpenClaw, OpenAI, ChatGPT: the right model for the job
We Don't Use AI Because It's a Buzzword
We evaluate every project and choose AI when it is genuinely the right tool. Some problems need AI. Some don't. You get the best solution for your problem, not whatever is trending.
We evaluate the problem first, then recommend the technology. When AI is the answer, we choose the right model for the job, not just the most popular one. Built with best-in-class tools: Claude Code, Codex, OpenClaw, OpenAI, and ChatGPT.
Why This Matters
- AI when it is the right tool. Honest about when it is and when it is not.
- We evaluate the problem first, then recommend the technology.
- Multi-model expertise: the right AI for each use case.
- We are a dev agency that builds AI, not an AI agency that dabbles in dev.
No Project Too Big, No Project Too Small
No matter the size of your AI project, Above Design can help plan and execute it.
Quick Start
Scope and prototype to validate functionality. We define the problem, build a working proof of concept, and confirm that AI is the right fit before going further.
Growth
AI agents and tools that scale with your team. Custom-built solutions integrated into your workflows, designed to grow as your needs evolve.
Enterprise
Secure tools and training to make sure your enterprise team is using AI safely. Full deployments with governance, data privacy, and team-wide adoption built in.
From Idea to Production
Every AI project follows a proven process designed to validate early, build smart, and support long term.
Discovery
Understand the problem and map your current workflows
Scoping
Define the solution, set boundaries, and align on outcomes
Rapid MVP
Build a working prototype to validate the approach
Development
Full build with integrations, testing, and refinement
Testing
Quality assurance across every use case and edge case
Ongoing Support
Maintenance, iteration, and optimization over time
Train Your Team to Use AI the Right Way
AI is only as effective as the people using it. We train development teams on production-grade AI workflows, from spec-driven development to hands-on tool mastery.
Sessions are tailored to your team's skill level, tech stack, and real-world projects. Walk away with shared conventions, safe usage practices, and the confidence to ship AI-assisted code at scale.
Learn About AI TrainingWhat We Cover
- Spec-driven AI development workflows
- Claude Code, Codex, and AI coding tool mastery
- Safe usage practices and data privacy
- Building deterministic, production-grade AI output
- Team-wide AI conventions and shared standards
Frequently Asked Questions
For in-house AI projects, the system lives in your environment. Your data never leaves your infrastructure. We build the AI around your existing data and processes, so you stay in full control. For other AI services like chat and voice agents, we work with you to define data boundaries and ensure everything meets your privacy requirements before we start building.
Every project follows the same core phases: Discovery, Scoping, Rapid MVP, Development, Testing, and Ongoing Support. We start by understanding your problem, scope a solution, then build a working prototype to validate the approach before committing to a full build. This ensures you see results early and we stay aligned throughout.
We build custom. Most agencies resell existing AI platforms or install off-the-shelf widgets and call it done. We are a dev agency that builds AI solutions tailored to your business, your data, and your processes. We also choose AI only when it is the right tool for the job. If your problem is better solved another way, we will tell you.
Reach out and tell us about the problem you are trying to solve. We will evaluate your situation, recommend the right approach, and scope the project together. No commitment required for the initial conversation. Whether you need a single voice agent or a full enterprise AI system, the first step is the same: let's talk about what you need.
Ready to Put AI to Work the Right Way?
Whether you need a single voice agent or a full enterprise AI system, it starts with a conversation. Tell us what you are trying to solve and we will recommend the right approach.