Enterprise Automation Consulting

Fortune 50 Capabilities at Mid-Market Pricing

Consulting Philosophy

Most mid-market companies ($50M-$500M revenue) face a painful gap: They need enterprise-grade automation and AI—the kind that Fortune 500 companies deploy—but cannot afford Accenture, Deloitte, or McKinsey at $300-$500/hour with 6-month minimum engagements.

I bridge this gap: Enterprise-scale expertise from HCA Healthcare and Accenture, delivered at accessible pricing for companies who need results but do not have Fortune 500 budgets.

My Approach

  • Hands-on implementation, not just strategy decks
  • Technology-agnostic recommendations (no vendor bias)
  • Knowledge transfer, not dependency creation
  • ROI-driven prioritization with financial modeling
  • Proven at scale (HCA Healthcare, Accenture)

What Makes Me Different

  • I write code and deploy systems, not just PowerPoint
  • No platform to sell—recommend what actually solves your problem
  • Document everything and train your team for self-sufficiency
  • Every recommendation includes ROI and payback period
  • Enterprise-tested approaches, not experimental

Select Consulting Services

I maintain a highly selective practice (2-3 projects annually) to ensure exceptional delivery while balancing full-time responsibilities at HCA Healthcare.

Automation Strategy & Roadmap

$10,000 - $15,000

3-4 weeks

You are overwhelmed with manual processes but do not know where to start with automation. You need a clear, prioritized roadmap based on actual ROI, not vendor promises.

What I Deliver

  • Discovery & Analysis: Stakeholder interviews, process documentation, system landscape assessment, pain point identification
  • Strategic Roadmap: 12-month automation roadmap prioritized by business value with ROI projections
  • Technology Recommendations: Vendor-agnostic evaluation of platforms and tools
  • Financial Model: ROI calculations with cost, timeline, and expected savings for each initiative
  • Implementation Plan: Phased approach with milestones, resource requirements, and risk mitigation

Final Deliverables

  • Executive presentation (30-45 slides for board/C-suite)
  • Detailed roadmap document (25-35 pages)
  • Financial model with ROI calculations
  • Technology vendor comparison matrix
  • Implementation plan with milestones

Ideal For

  • Companies beginning automation journey
  • Organizations with siloed automation efforts needing coordination
  • Businesses evaluating automation platforms and need objective guidance
  • Leadership teams needing business case for automation investment

AI/ML Proof-of-Concept Development

$15,000 - $30,000

6-10 weeks

You believe AI/ML could solve a business problem but need proof before committing to full implementation. You need a working prototype that validates the approach and demonstrates ROI.

What I Deliver

  • Problem Definition: Precise business problem articulation, success criteria, data assessment, feasibility analysis
  • Model Development: Data pipeline creation, model training and validation with your actual data, performance tuning
  • Prototype Deployment: Working model deployed as API or dashboard, integration with existing systems, user acceptance testing
  • Business Case: Documented results with performance metrics, production deployment cost estimate, expected business impact

Final Deliverables

  • Working ML model with documented performance
  • Technical documentation (architecture, code, deployment)
  • User guide for interacting with prototype
  • Business case presentation for production investment
  • Code repository for your team

Ideal For

  • Companies exploring AI/ML but need to prove value before major investment
  • Organizations that tried ML before and failed (want expert guidance)
  • Businesses with data but unsure how to extract value
  • Leadership teams needing concrete ROI demonstration

Common Use Cases

  • Demand forecasting (reduce inventory costs)
  • Customer churn prediction (improve retention)
  • Quality defect detection (reduce waste)
  • Process optimization (improve throughput)
  • Document classification (reduce manual processing)

Automation Implementation

$20,000 - $50,000

8-12 weeks

You know what you want to automate and need expert execution. You need working solutions deployed in production, not just recommendations.

What I Deliver

  • Solution Design: Detailed technical design, integration approach, error handling, security and compliance considerations
  • Development & Testing: Custom automation development, integration with your systems, comprehensive testing, performance optimization
  • Deployment & Training: Production deployment with monitoring, team training, knowledge transfer, process documentation
  • Change Management: Stakeholder communication plan, user adoption strategy, success metrics and reporting

Final Deliverables

  • Working automation deployed in production
  • Complete technical documentation
  • User guides and training materials
  • Support runbooks for your IT team
  • Monitoring dashboards and alerting
  • 30-day post-launch support for troubleshooting

Ideal For

  • Companies ready to implement specific automation initiatives
  • Organizations that started automation projects but stalled
  • Businesses needing integration between disconnected systems
  • Teams lacking in-house automation expertise

Common Use Cases

  • Invoice processing automation (AP/AR workflows)
  • Customer onboarding workflow automation
  • Report generation and distribution
  • Data synchronization between systems
  • Approval workflow automation
  • Compliance document processing

Who I Work With

Ideal Client Profile

Company Size

$50M - $500M annual revenue. Large enough to have complex processes worth automating, small enough that efficiency gains meaningfully impact bottom line.

Industry Focus

  • Healthcare (systems, medical practices, DME suppliers, health IT)
  • Financial Services (regional banks, credit unions, fintech)
  • Manufacturing (discrete and process manufacturing)
  • Logistics (3PLs, freight brokers, supply chain operations)

Common Characteristics

  • Manual processes consuming significant FTE time
  • Multiple disconnected systems needing integration
  • Growth constrained by operational bottlenecks
  • Budget-conscious but willing to invest for clear ROI
  • Executive sponsorship and readiness for change

Not a Fit

  • Early-stage startups (focus on product-market fit first)
  • Companies wanting "AI" without specific business problem
  • Organizations expecting magic solutions to organizational dysfunction
  • Projects without clear executive sponsor or budget

Current Availability & How to Engage

Due to Full-Time Responsibilities at HCA Healthcare

I maintain a highly selective consulting practice, typically 2-3 substantial projects per year. This selectivity ensures I only engage where I can deliver exceptional value.

Currently Booking: Q1 2026 and beyond

For urgent strategic needs or time-sensitive projects, I can occasionally accommodate adjusted timelines. Let's discuss your situation.

Engagement Models

Fixed-Scope Projects

Clear deliverables, timeline, and investment. Best for roadmap development, POC build, specific implementation. Typical duration: 3-12 weeks. Investment: $10K - $50K depending on scope.

Strategic Advisory

Ongoing guidance on automation strategy and execution. Best for long-term automation programs needing expert oversight. Typical commitment: Quarterly reviews + ad-hoc consultation. Investment: Custom based on needs.

Interim Leadership

Short-term technical leadership for specific initiatives. Best for organizations between hires or tackling major projects. Typical duration: 3-6 months. Investment: Custom based on scope.

Exploring Full-Time Opportunities

While I currently consult selectively, I am also actively exploring Director-level roles in AI/ML and digital transformation. If you are hiring for technical leadership positions, let's discuss—consulting engagements can sometimes evolve into permanent opportunities.

How to Start a Conversation

Email me at jason@jasonstiltner.com with:

  • Brief description of your automation challenge or opportunity
  • Company size and industry
  • Rough timeline and budget expectations
  • What success looks like for you

I respond to all thoughtful inquiries within 24-48 hours. Even if timing is not perfect for a formal engagement, I am happy to provide initial guidance or recommend colleagues who might be a better fit.