AI Consulting Comparisons

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Honest, side-by-side comparisons to help you choose the right AI consulting partner for your business in Southeast Asia.

Pertama vs Competitors

Head-to-head comparisons with leading AI consulting firms in the region.

Pertama vs ABeam
Japanese consulting, social impact & ESG focus
Singapore, Asia-Pacific, Global
Enterprise
Premium
Pertama vs Accenture
Global IT services and consulting
Global, Singapore, Malaysia
Enterprise
Premium
Pertama vs Avensys
End-to-end transformation, Hire.Train.Deploy
Singapore, Southeast Asia
Enterprise
Mid-Market
Pertama vs BCG
Strategy consulting with BCG X AI unit
Global, Singapore
F500
Premium
Pertama vs Big 4
Global professional services with AI practices
Global
Enterprise
Premium
Pertama vs Deloitte
Big 4 professional services with AI practice
Global, Singapore, Malaysia
Enterprise
Premium
Pertama vs EY
Big 4 consulting with AI transformation practice
Global, Singapore, Hong Kong
Enterprise
Premium
Pertama vs Hypthon
Digital strategy + AI enablement
Hong Kong, Malaysia
Enterprise
Mid-Market
Pertama vs Intersect AI
Planning + delivery bridge, ROI-focused
Global
Enterprise
Premium
Pertama vs McKinsey
Global strategy consulting leader
Global, Singapore, Hong Kong
F500
Premium
Pertama vs Protiviti
Responsible AI with 5-phase model
Hong Kong, Global
Enterprise
Premium
Pertama vs ThinkCol
One-stop AI solution, Databricks partner
Hong Kong
Enterprise
Premium
Pertama vs YCP Group
Premier AI consultant in Singapore
Singapore, Asia-Pacific
Enterprise
Premium
Pertama vs tenex.co
Anti-consulting, engineering-led AI implementation
Global, United States
Enterprise
Premium

Decision Guides

Educational guides to help you choose the right AI approach for your business.

AI Consulting: Singapore vs Malaysia
Both countries are investing heavily in AI, but the markets differ significantly in maturity, pricing, funding programs,...
AI Pilot vs Full Implementation: How to Start Right
70% of AI projects fail. Most failures happen when companies skip pilots and go straight to full-scale implementation. H...
AI Readiness vs Full Transformation: Start Small or Go Big?
Most SMBs should start with readiness assessment, not full transformation. Here's why starting small leads to better out...
AI SaaS vs Custom Implementation: Which Should You Choose?
"Should I just buy ChatGPT Enterprise?" — the most common question SMBs ask. Here's when off-the-shelf AI tools are enou...
AI Training vs AI Consulting: Which Should Come First?
Should you train your team to use AI or hire consultants to implement it? Many companies jump straight to consulting whe...
Boutique vs Big Firm AI Consulting: Which Should You Choose?
Big 4 and MBB firms have the brand recognition. Boutique firms have the specialization and pricing. For SMBs evaluating ...
Enterprise vs SMB AI Consulting: What's Right for Your Business?
Enterprise consulting firms dominate the AI market, but their model isn't designed for smaller companies. Here's how ent...
Freelance AI Consultant vs Agency: Which Is Right?
Freelancers are cheaper per hour. Agencies offer reliability and depth. For SMBs investing in AI, the decision comes dow...
Government-Funded vs Self-Funded AI Training
Most SMBs in Southeast Asia don't realize they can get 70-90% of AI training costs covered by government programs. Here'...
In-House AI Team vs AI Consulting: Which Is Right for You?
One of the biggest decisions for SMBs adopting AI: build internal capabilities or partner with external experts? Here's ...
Industry-Specific vs Generalist AI Consulting
Does your AI consultant need to know your industry deeply, or is general AI expertise enough? The answer depends on how ...
Local vs Global AI Consulting: What's Best for SEA Businesses?
Global firms bring international expertise but often miss local nuances. Regional firms understand your market but may l...
Managed AI Services vs Project-Based Consulting
Should you outsource AI operations ongoing or hire consultants for specific projects? The right model depends on your AI...
Offshore vs Onshore AI Consulting: What's the Right Choice?
Offshore AI development can save 50-70% on costs. But hidden costs in communication, quality issues, and rework can eras...
SEA-First vs Global-First AI Consulting
Global AI frameworks often fail in Southeast Asia because they miss local nuances — regulation, language, culture, and g...

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