Why Choose North Idaho AI?
Big company credibility. Local partner accessibility. No middleman markup.
How We're Different
Not all AI consultants are created equal
| Feature | North Idaho AI | Remote Consultants | Big AI Vendors |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Site Discovery | |||
| You Own the Platform | Sometimes | ||
| Transparent Pricing | Sometimes | ||
| No Lock-In Contracts | |||
| Local to North Idaho | |||
| Direct Access to Founder | |||
| Pricing Range (Monthly) | Variable by need | $2,000-5,000+ | $5,000-20,000+ |
Meet John Hynds
The founder who's been on both sides of the paycheck
John Hynds
Founder & Principal Consultant
40 years in high tech — from Silicon Valley startups to enterprise software
Small business owner — Built and ran LoCarb Outlet to $500K+ revenue (sold in 2020)
MBA from Acton School of Business — Focused on entrepreneurship and business fundamentals
Multiple patent holder — Deep technical expertise in innovation
Based in North Idaho — Local to Coeur d'Alene, serving within 150 miles
"I've signed the front of paychecks and the back. I understand P&L, cash flow, and the real pressure of making payroll. That's why I built North Idaho AI—to give rural businesses enterprise-level AI without the enterprise-level price tag or lock-in."
Why 2026 Is the Year That Matters
Throughout 2024 and 2025, everyone's been talking about AI. Most businesses tried a few things—ChatGPT here, a demo there—but haven't turned their existing data into repeatable business value.
Businesses That Wait
- ✗Still manually doing work competitors automated
- ✗Losing customers to faster, more responsive businesses
- ✗Playing catch-up while others pull further ahead
Businesses That Act Now
- ✓Have AI workflows running smoothly in daily operations
- ✓Serve more customers without hiring more people
- ✓Build momentum while competitors hesitate
We help you move from "hearing about AI" to getting real, measurable results.
Not experiments. Not pilots. Actual implementations that make your business run better.
Our Commitment to You
Clear ROI Projections
Every project includes transparent ROI estimates before you commit
You Own Everything
Your data, your AI models, your platform—no lock-in, ever
Local & Accessible
On-site within 150 miles of CDA—not another Zoom consultant
If we can't show you a clear path to 3x ROI within 12 months, we'll tell you AI isn't the right investment yet. We're not here to sell you technology you don't need—we're here to help your business grow.
That's the difference between a consultant and a partner.
Ready to Work Together?
Start with our $99 on-site AI audit or schedule a free consultation