AI adoption does not have to be complicated. The most effective AI initiatives start with a business problem, use the right operational data, and include governance so leaders can trust the results.

Our team implements AI solutions and process automations that are simple to adopt, scalable over time, and aligned to measurable KPIs—consistent with our mission to deliver practical, results-driven ERP and AI outcomes.


Who This Is For

This service is ideal for business managers and leaders in:

  • Operations and Supply Chain
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Manufacturing and Production Management
  • Customer Service and Sales Operations
  • IT and Business Systems

If you are asking any of the following, you are in the right place:

  • “Where should we start with AI?”
  • “What AI use cases will actually pay off?”
  • “How do we keep this secure and controlled?”
  • “How do we integrate AI with our ERP and daily workflows?”

What We Implement

AI-Enabled Process Improvements (Operational AI)

We embed AI into everyday workflows so your team can make faster decisions and reduce rework.

Common outcomes include:

  • Faster exception handling (shortages, delays, quality issues)
  • Improved planning support (demand signals, replenishment recommendations)
  • Reduced manual effort in back-office workflows (classification, summarization, validation)
  • Better visibility into operational performance drivers and bottlenecks
Role-Based AI Assistants (“Copilots”)

We implement copilots that support specific roles using your internal operational data and approved knowledge sources.

Examples:

  • Operations Copilot: identify orders at risk, capacity constraints, and key exceptions
  • Inventory Copilot: highlight stockout risks, slow movers, and root-cause signals
  • Finance Copilot: summarize variances, explain margin changes, flag anomalies
  • Customer Service Copilot: summarize cases, draft responses, surface relevant history
  • Sales Operations Copilot: generate follow-ups, summarize account activity, suggest next actions
Automation + AI (Where It Makes Sense)

Some work should be automated; some work should be assisted. We implement the right mix:

  • Workflow automation for repetitive, rules-based steps
  • AI assistance for judgment-heavy steps (triage, summarization, recommendations)
AI Governance and Data Readiness

To ensure AI is reliable and safe to scale, we implement:

  • Data and integration mapping across ERP and connected systems
  • Data quality improvements and master data discipline
  • Role-based security and access controls
  • Governance guidance (ownership, approvals, auditability, acceptable-use practices)

Use Cases

Operations & Supply Chain

  • Inventory exceptions and shortage prediction
  • Supplier performance insights and lead-time risk indicators
  • Purchase planning support using demand signals and historical trends

Manufacturing / Production

  • Schedule risk identification (constraints, late materials, capacity gaps)
  • Scrap/rework pattern analysis and root-cause indicators
  • Work order and production reporting assistance (summaries, exceptions)

Finance

  • Invoice capture support and coding recommendations
  • Variance analysis (margin, labor, overhead) with explainability
  • Cash application and collections prioritization support

Customer Service

  • Ticket/case summarization and response drafting
  • Knowledge retrieval from approved internal documentation
  • SLA risk alerts and escalation prompts

Sales Operations

  • Account summaries and activity insights
  • Quote and follow-up drafting support
  • Pipeline hygiene prompts and next-step recommendations

What Success Looks Like

While outcomes vary by process maturity and data readiness, AI initiatives are typically justified by measurable improvements such as:

  • Reduced manual effort and rework
  • Faster cycle times (order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, case resolution)
  • Improved visibility into risks and exceptions
  • Better consistency in customer-facing interactions
  • Stronger KPI performance through earlier detection and action

Why Driscoll Associates

  • Practical, results-driven delivery: AI that supports measurable operational outcomes—not tool experimentation.
  • Value-first operational perspective: We align AI to the workflows your business supports—where the real leverage exists.
  • Built for adoption and scale: Implementation plus enablement plus support—so gains stick.

FAQ

Do we need to replace our ERP or Accounting System to adopt AI?
No. Most organizations start by enhancing existing ERP or Accounting system driven workflows using the data and processes already in place.
Is AI only for large companies?
No. Many small and mid-size organizations benefit quickly because AI reduces manual work and improves decision-making without large overhead.
How do we avoid AI risk?
Start with governance and controlled use cases. We design for role-based access, approved data sources, and measurable validation.
What’s the best first step?
A Readiness Assessment that prioritizes use cases, clarifies data requirements, and defines a realistic pilot plan.

Ready to evaluate AI adoption with clarity and control?

Start with a Readiness Assessment and a prioritized plan.