Finding Your North Star in AI Adoption

We guide East African organisations to capture AI value safely and measurably without building software.

About NeoPolaris

NeoPolaris was founded on a simple insight: most organisations don't know what to do with AI, so they buy tools before asking the right questions. They chase trends without understanding their own operational reality. They commit to vendors without governance frameworks in place. East African organisations need a constant reference point in this chaos. A North Star that doesn't move. Not a vendor with something to sell. Not a consultant pushing the latest trend. A vendor-neutral partner who helps you stay on course toward measurable outcomes. That's what NeoPolaris is.

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Our Mission

To make AI adoption predictable, safe, and outcome-focused for organisations across East Africa by delivering rigorous research, vendor-neutral recommendations, and governance-first advisory.

Your North Star

We named NeoPolaris after the North Star that constant reference point that sailors and explorers have relied on for centuries to navigate unknown waters. In today's AI landscape, East African organisations need that same reliable guide.

Why NeoPolaris?

We Never Build Software

This matters. It means we have no financial incentive to oversell implementation or lock you into unnecessary tools. Our only incentive is your success.

We Know This Region

East Africa isn't a footnote in a global AI strategy. We understand your specific challenges: cross-border operations, multi-currency complexity, local regulatory frameworks, and the realities of your vendor landscape. We speak to your context, not a generic template.

We Lead with Strategy, Not Sales

Phase 1 is always discovery and ROI modeling. Before recommendation. Before governance setup. Before anything else. This is how we ensure you're investing in the right opportunities.

Your North Star Stays Fixed

As your Fractional AI Officer, we provide ongoing oversight and strategic advisory long after implementation begins. We're not gone after delivery. We're there to ensure vendors stay accountable and outcomes are realised.

Our Expertise

Deep understanding of East African market dynamics combined with independent, vendor-neutral advisory capabilities.

Regional Market Understanding

  • Deep knowledge of East African business environments—Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda
  • Understanding of local regulatory frameworks, cross-border operational complexities, multi-currency challenges
  • Industry-specific dynamics across fintech, healthcare, retail, and professional services
  • Knowledge of your vendor landscape and how procurement actually works in your market

Advisory & Governance Excellence

  • Independent, conflict-free AI strategy and roadmap development
  • Vendor evaluation frameworks and facilitation of procurement decisions
  • AI governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks tailored to your organisation
  • ROI models and business cases grounded in operational reality
  • Vendor oversight and performance verification methodologies so outcomes stick

Our Approach

Assess first

Start with operational reality and measurable ROI. Strategy comes before implementation.

Advise clearly

Vendor-neutral recommendations, conflict-checked, with decision packs ready for your procurement team or board approval.

Govern and verify

Practical policies and third-party oversight so outcomes are realised and vendors stay accountable.

Our Team

Our team brings deep expertise in AI strategy, governance, and compliance. We combine senior-level consulting experience with hands-on knowledge of East African business operations across fintech, healthcare, retail, and professional services.

More importantly, we have the independence and accountability to prioritise your outcomes over vendor interests. All deliverables go through senior-partner QA. We operate under strict NDAs for all client work. We carry professional indemnity (E&O) insurance. And we conduct conflict-checks and vendor disclosure as standard practice.

Your Journey with NeoPolaris AI

Like navigating by the North Star, AI transformation requires a clear direction, measurable progress, and constant course correction. We structure this into four distinct phases.

Phase 1

Discovery & Assessment

Comprehensive analysis of your current state, operational challenges, and AI opportunities. We model ROI for prioritised use cases and deliver a vendor-neutral roadmap with specific recommendations. You walk away with a clear, actionable strategy and business case.

Phase 2

Vendor Recommendation

Based on Discovery analysis, we evaluate available vendors against your specific requirements and deliver a shortlist of 2-3 recommended vendors with clear reasoning. For each vendor, we provide pricing estimates, implementation expectations, key contract terms to negotiate, and potential red flags. You get a clear recommendation backed by independent analysis.

Phase 3

Governance Setup

We establish data policies, usage rules, compliance frameworks, and vendor contract terms. This ensures your organisation can manage AI responsibly and vendors understand their obligations from day one.

Phase 4

Ongoing Oversight

As your Fractional AI Officer, we conduct vendor performance audits, compliance reviews, and provide strategic advisory as your needs evolve. Your North Star remains fixed while you navigate changing market conditions.

Partner Network

We recommend vendors based on your specific requirements and context. Implementation is performed by your selected vendor or a systems integrator you contract directly. This separation ensures our advice stays conflict-free and vendor-neutral.

Trust & Credentials

We operate under NDAs for all client work

Senior-partner QA on all deliverables

Professional indemnity (E&O) insurance carried

Conflict-check and vendor disclosure as standard

Ready to Transform Your Business Operations?

Start with a paid Discovery Sprint to get a prioritized, ROI-backed AI roadmap you can act on without committing to implementation.

Email: info@neopolaris.ai

Location: Nairobi, Kenya