Computer Vision From Proof of Concept to Production

Detection, inspection and automation trained on your own footage — a working PoC in 4–6 weeks, typically £5k–£15k, with labelling handled by our in-house annotation team.

Automated Visual Intelligence. Speed, Accuracy, and Scale.

Visual data is the most abundant yet underutilised asset in modern enterprise. From manufacturing floors to retail environments, cameras capture thousands of hours of footage that human operators simply cannot analyse in real-time. This "dark data" holds the key to optimising operations, ensuring safety, and guaranteeing product quality.

We engineer advanced computer vision models that transform video streams and images into actionable intelligence. Our systems process visual data with superhuman speed and forensic accuracy to detect defects, track assets, and identify patterns that escape the human eye. We replace manual, error-prone inspection with automated precision, delivering consistent, real-time insights that drive operational efficiency and unlock new value from your existing infrastructure.

Vision becomes power when machines
learn to decide.

We engineer computer vision systems that transform images and video into decisive, real-time intelligence. Built for speed and accuracy, our solutions move beyond observation—enabling automated action where precision matters most.

Image & Video Intelligence Systems

We design vision models that analyse images and live video streams with forensic accuracy—detecting patterns, objects, and anomalies faster than human perception allows.

Automated Quality & Defect Detection

From manufacturing lines to inspection workflows, we build systems that identify defects, deviations, and inconsistencies in real time—eliminating human error and operational delay.

Real-Time Object Detection & Tracking

Our computer vision solutions track movement, behaviour, and change across environments—enabling surveillance, safety monitoring, and operational control at scale.

High-Performance Vision Model Deployment

We deploy production-grade vision models optimised for inference speed and reliability—ensuring consistent performance even in high-volume, high-pressure environments.

Scalable & Secure Vision Infrastructure

We architect the computational backbone required to process visual data at scale—secure, GPU-accelerated, and built to grow as complexity and demand increase.

What a typical engagement looks like

Typical budget£5k–£15k PoC
TimelineWorking model in 4–6 weeks
CadenceA working demo or report every two weeks — you watch it grow.
OwnershipSource code, files and IP handed over in full. No lock-in.
First stepA free estimate or a free 30-minute call — fixed, staged quote before any work starts.

Proof, not promises

Case study

NEXT — in-store appointment booking

Production-grade engineering for one of Britain’s biggest retailers.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a computer vision project cost?
A proof of concept on your own images typically runs £5k–£15k. Production systems with cameras, pipelines and monitoring are scoped individually with a fixed quote.
How long does it take to reach a working model?
A proof of concept usually lands in 4–6 weeks — real accuracy numbers on your data before you commit to production.
Do we need huge amounts of labelled data?
Less than most teams expect. We start from pre-trained models and fine-tune on your footage; where labelling is needed, our in-house data annotation team handles it.
What does the process look like?
A scoping call, then a fixed-price proof of concept on your own images — real accuracy numbers in 4–6 weeks. Cameras, pipelines and monitoring are scoped only after the PoC proves value.
What do you need from us to start?
Sample footage or images — even a modest set. We start from pre-trained models, so you need less data than most teams expect.
Can it run on-site rather than in the cloud?
Yes — where latency or privacy demands it, models run on edge hardware on your premises, with the cloud used only for training and monitoring.
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