Frequently asked questions
Questions, answered plainly.
What we do, what it costs, how long it takes, and who owns the result.
Common questions
What does IS-AI Systems do?
IS-AI Systems is a software, app, and AI development consultancy. We design and build custom applications, mobile apps, SaaS products, utilities, internal tools, and AI features for small businesses and product teams, then hand over code the client owns outright.
What does the name IS-AI mean?
IS-AI reads two ways on purpose. It is the company name, and it is the question we ask first: is AI working for you? Many teams have adopted AI tools that add steps rather than remove them, so the opening conversation is about which situation you are actually in.
Where is IS-AI Systems based?
IS-AI Systems is based in Texas, United States, and works with clients remotely worldwide. Projects run over email, video calls, and a shared issue tracker, so location is rarely a constraint. Time zone overlap is agreed before a project starts.
What kinds of projects do you take on?
We take on custom software that is too specific for off-the-shelf products: Android and cross-platform mobile apps, web applications and SaaS, AI tools and integrations, internal automation, systems integration, and short technical consulting engagements. Projects range from a single-purpose utility to a multi-tenant product.
How much does custom software or an app cost?
Cost depends on scope, and published packages are still being finalised. As a general guide, a focused single-purpose utility is a small fixed-price project, while a multi-user product with accounts, billing, and admin is a substantially larger one. You get a written scope and a number before any code is written, and any change to that number is raised in the week it comes up.
How long does it take to build an app?
A narrowly scoped mobile app or internal tool typically reaches a working first release in a few weeks. A product with user accounts, payments, and an admin interface usually takes several months. Store review adds its own time on top: Google Play review commonly takes a few days but can run longer for a new developer account.
Do you build Android apps and publish them to Google Play?
Yes. That includes the parts around the code: store listing copy, screenshots, the Data Safety declaration, privacy policy hosting, release tracks, staged rollouts, crash reporting, and post-launch updates. Google Play requires a publicly reachable privacy policy URL, which is one of the reasons this site exists.
Can you add AI to software we already have?
Yes, and the first step is checking whether you should. We look at the specific workflow, what a wrong answer would cost, and whether a simpler approach would beat a language model on accuracy and running cost. Where AI genuinely helps, it gets added to your existing system with the per-request cost, data retention, and failure behaviour agreed in writing first.
Who owns the code you write?
You do. Source code, repositories, cloud accounts, domains, and app store listings are in your name and under your control from the start. Ongoing maintenance is offered as a service you can decline at any time, not as a lock-in.
Do you offer ongoing maintenance and support?
Yes. Maintenance covers dependency and security updates, operating system and store policy changes, bug fixes, monitoring, and small enhancements. It is a separate agreement from the build, and it is optional.
How do I get a quote?
Email a short description of what you are trying to build, along with any deadline or budget constraints. You will get a reply within two business days containing an honest answer on fit, an estimate range, and a recommended first step. There is no charge for the initial conversation.
Is this the finished website?
No. This is a deliberately minimal launch site while the full version is written. Case studies, published pricing, and the product catalogue are coming soon. Everything currently published is accurate, and enquiries are being answered now.
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