Intelligent Business Solutions · Dumfries, Scotland

The Smart Way to
Grow Your Business

From a quick automation to a full business platform — if you can describe it, we can build it. Six specialist services, one trusted partner, and no project too small or too ambitious.

What We Do

Six Powerful Services

Whether you need to automate workflows, build a digital product, or upskill your team — we have the expertise to make it happen.

01

Data Analysis

Turn raw data into clear, actionable intelligence. We build dashboards, reports and models that help you spot trends and make smarter decisions, faster.

DashboardsReporting VisualisationInsights
02

Machine Learning & Computer Vision

Custom-trained AI models for the jobs off-the-shelf tools can't do — vision systems that detect, count and inspect, and predictive models for trend and risk analysis. Trained on our own in-house GPU hardware, so your data stays private.

Computer VisionYOLO Predictive AnalyticsRisk & Trends
03

Website & App Building

Fast, professional, mobile-ready websites and web applications built to convert visitors and grow with your business. No off-the-shelf templates.

Web DesignWeb Apps MobileE-Commerce
04

AI & Workflow Creation

Automate repetitive tasks with intelligent, custom-built workflows. We design AI-powered tools that save your team hours every single week.

AutomationAI Tools n8nMake.com
05

AI & Workflow Training

Practical, hands-on training that empowers your team to use AI tools confidently. Tailored workshops covering the tools that matter most to your industry.

ChatGPTCopilot AutomationWorkshops
06

Excel Training

From basic formulas to advanced Power Query, pivot tables and macros — unlock everything Excel can do and supercharge your team's productivity.

FormulasPivot Tables Power QueryVBA

Why Choose Us

One Partner. All the Expertise.

We bridge the gap between technical complexity and real-world results. Whether you're a small business owner or leading a growing team, we bring the same dedication and expertise to every engagement.

Your Data Stays Private

ML models trained on our own in-house GPU hardware. Your data is never uploaded to a cloud provider or processed by a third party.

The Whole Stack, One Partner

Data, ML, automation, web apps and training — all under one roof. No handoffs between specialists, no gaps, no coordination overhead.

Enterprise Capability, SME Pricing

Fixed-scope projects, plain-English quotes, no retainers and no lock-in contracts. The technology big companies pay consultancies a fortune for — sized for your budget.

37× better
Improve by 1% each day. In a year, you're 37 times better.
That's what we help you do — find the small, practical changes that compound over time. Not a massive overhaul, just one process improved, one task automated, one decision backed by data. The kind of work that barely feels like change on Monday — but transforms your business by December.
1% daily = 3,778% annual gain -1% daily = 97% annual loss
Dumfries
Based near Dumfries, Scotland
On-site across Dumfries & Galloway — and anywhere in the UK when the job calls for it
Remote delivery UK-wide

Who We Work With

Built for Small & Medium Enterprises

The clue's in the name. SME Intelligence exists for small and medium-sized businesses — sole traders, family firms and growing teams who want the advantages of data, automation and AI without the cost of hiring in-house specialists.

If you've ever looked at a repetitive task and thought "there must be a better way to do this" — you're exactly who this is for.

SME Intelligence is run by Peter Styles, based just outside Dumfries in south-west Scotland. We are PDLSG training delivery qualified, which means we can do more than build solutions — we can train your staff to use them confidently. Most work can be delivered remotely — and when an assignment needs us on site, we'll travel to you, wherever you are in the UK.

What We've Built

Recent Projects

From a quick automation to a full end-to-end platform — we build at every scale. If you can describe what you need, we can get it built.

What we build
Quick WinsCalculators • Automations • Scripts
Internal ToolsDashboards • Trackers • Workflows
Full PlatformsMulti-user systems • Portals • SaaS
← Hours If you can imagine it, we can build it Months →
Project 01
Full Platform

AI Workflow Hub

A centralised AI-powered operations hub featuring natural language SQL querying — ask questions in plain English and get live database results — plus intelligent email triage that automatically categorises, prioritises and drafts responses.

Natural Language SQL Email Triage LLM Integration Automation
Project 02
Full Platform

Agency Worker Booking System

A full-stack web application for managing HGV driver placements — handling worker availability, client job requests, shift scheduling and automated booking confirmations with real-time status tracking.

Flask PostgreSQL Booking Engine Email Notifications
Project 03
Quick Win

PDF Auto-Annotation Tool

Automates the generation of annotated PDF documents by pulling structured data directly from Excel spreadsheets — eliminating manual data entry and ensuring consistent, accurate document output at scale.

PDF Generation Excel Integration Python Data Automation
Project 04
Internal Tool

BoQ Builder

A Bill of Quantities generation tool with a PostgreSQL backend, allowing engineers to build, validate and export structured BoQs with item lookup, pricing logic and export-ready formatting for tendering workflows.

PostgreSQL BoQ Logic Data Validation Export Engine
Project 05
Internal Tool

Dashboard Viewer

A lightweight, portable data dashboard served via a virtual Python server — enabling rich, interactive visualisations from local data sources with no cloud dependency and instant local deployment.

Python Server Data Visualisation Interactive Charts Offline-Ready
Project 06
Full Platform

ISO 9001 QMS Platform

A full ISO 9001:2015 quality management system with nine integrated modules — document control with bulk editing and versioned downloads, risk register, quality objectives, supplier evaluation, training records, internal audits with findings tracking, non-conformance management, management reviews, and an interactive compliance checklist mapped to the standard.

ISO 9001:2015 Document Control Flask Compliance Tracking
Project 07
Internal Tool

Electrical System Calculator

A BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 compliant electrical design tool for sizing multi-board distribution networks. Runs a full calculation pipeline — load flow analysis, automatic cable selection against current-carrying capacity and correction factors, cumulative voltage drop tracking across the network, and loop impedance verification at every node with a protective device.

BS 7671:2018 FastAPI React / TypeScript Electrical Design
Project 08
Full Platform

Job Allocation System

A three-tier workforce dispatch platform for internal job management — management create and assign jobs using skills-matched worker profiles, workers acknowledge, start and complete jobs through their own dashboard, and admins control departments, skills, and user accounts. Includes full job lifecycle tracking, performance rating, and password-reset authentication.

Flask PostgreSQL Role-Based Access Workforce Management

Try It Yourself

Live Demos

Click through and play with working examples of the kind of tools we build.

How It Works

Simple & Transparent

1

Discovery Call

We listen carefully, understand your goals and agree what success looks like — in specific, practical terms.

2

Scoped Proposal

We document exactly what will be built, the timeline, and the price. Work only begins once the scope is confirmed.

3

Delivery

We build to the agreed spec and keep you informed throughout. One round of amends is included to make sure the result matches the brief.

4

Handover & Support

We walk you through what's been built, make sure you're confident using it, and remain available for questions and future updates.

Stay Ahead

Latest AI & Data News

A live feed of what's happening in AI, automation and data — the world our services live in. Refreshed automatically throughout the day.

Headlines link to their original publishers.

Plain English, No Hype

Free Guides for Business Owners

Not tech blogs for technologists — practical guides written for the people actually running the business. What AI can do, what it can't, and where to start.

Common Questions

Before You Get In Touch

Answers to the things most people want to know before starting a conversation.

How much does a project cost?
Prices vary hugely depending on scope — a simple automation can cost a few hundred pounds; a full web application with a database backend is considerably more. We always start with a free conversation, then give you a fixed quote before any work begins. No hidden costs, no surprises.
Do I need to be technical to work with you?
Not at all. We translate everything into plain English and keep you in the loop throughout. Most of our clients aren't technical — that's exactly what we're here for. You describe the problem; we figure out the solution.
How long does a typical project take?
It depends on the scope. A simple workflow automation or Excel dashboard can be ready in days. A full web application typically takes a few weeks. We'll give you a realistic timeline in your quote and keep you updated throughout.
What happens after the project is delivered?
You own everything we build — the code, the data, all of it. We don't disappear after handover. We're available for questions, updates, and ongoing support if you need it, and we make sure you understand how to use what we've built before we sign off.
Do you provide IT support?
No — and it's worth being clear on this. We don't fix hardware, set up networks, troubleshoot printers, or manage servers. What we do is build software: automation tools, AI workflows, web applications, and data solutions. If you need someone to keep your IT infrastructure running, you need an IT support company. If you need someone to build something that makes your business work smarter, that's us.
Can you work with my existing tools and systems?
Usually yes. We build software that connects to what you already use — spreadsheets, databases, CRMs, booking systems, and most common business platforms. We're not here to rip out your existing setup; we're here to make it work harder for you. Tell us what you've got and we'll tell you what's possible.
What if I'm not happy with the result?
Before any work starts, we document exactly what's being built and you confirm the scope. That document is the mutual reference point for the whole project — it protects you as much as it protects us. One round of amends is included in every project to make sure the result matches the brief. If you want something that wasn't in the original scope, we'll quote for it separately.
Do you work with businesses outside Scotland?
Absolutely. Most of our work is delivered remotely, so location is no barrier. When a project needs someone on-site, we'll travel to you — anywhere in the UK.
How is training carried out?
Training is delivered by Peter Styles, who holds a PDLSG teaching qualification — so there's real pedagogical grounding behind every session, not just someone who knows the tools. We can train your team on software we've built for you, or on broader topics like AI tools, data workflows, and automation. Sessions are held on-site, remotely, or a mix of both. Everything is pitched at the right level for your staff: no jargon, no death-by-slides — just practical skills they can use the same day.

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