AI Workflow Audits — Factual Inquirer
AI Workflow Intelligence

AI
WORKFLOW
AUDITS

Three levels of intelligence. One goal — to find where AI can save you time, money and effort.

We map your existing workflows, identify where AI is already at work (whether you know it or not), and surface the friction, the opportunity and the transformation potential — for any organisation, any sector.

Explore the Audits
Tailor for:
Three Audit Tiers

Choose Your Depth of Intelligence

Every organisation is different. Start with a Snapshot to get quick clarity, go deeper with Pain & Pleasure, or commission a full Deep Dive transformation roadmap.

01
Tier 01 · Entry Level
SNAPSHOT
Fast clarity on where AI fits right now

A focused, rapid assessment of your current workflows. We spend time with your team, map the key processes, and deliver a clear-eyed view of where AI is already operating, where it should be, and where it’s creating risk — without the overwhelm of a full audit.

What you get
Workflow mapping overview (top 5–8 processes)
AI readiness score per workflow area
Quick-win opportunities identified
One-page executive summary
30-minute debrief call
Turnaround3–5 working days
02
Tier 02 · Core Audit
PAIN & PLEASURE
Where AI is hurting you — and where it can delight you

Our signature audit. We go beyond the surface to map both the friction points in your workflows and the genuine opportunity — the places where AI could transform output, reduce stress and unlock creativity. Named for what it reveals: the pain of inefficiency and the pleasure of what’s possible.

What you get
Full workflow audit across all key departments
Pain points mapped with severity ratings
Pleasure opportunities — ranked by impact & effort
Tool audit — what you have, what you need
Staff readiness & skills gap assessment
Prioritised action roadmap (30/60/90 days)
Formal report + 90-min leadership debrief
Turnaround1–2 weeks
03
Tier 03 · Transformation
DEEP DIVE
End-to-end AI transformation intelligence

A comprehensive, immersive audit designed for organisations ready to make AI a structural part of how they work. We embed with your teams, analyse every layer of your operation, and deliver a full transformation intelligence report — with implementation guidance, governance frameworks and a phased roadmap.

What you get
Everything in Pain & Pleasure, in full depth
Individual team workflow mapping & interviews
AI governance & ethics risk assessment
Bespoke AI tool recommendations with costings
Phased implementation roadmap (3–12 months)
Training needs analysis & upskilling plan
Custom KPIs & success metrics framework
Full intelligence report + board presentation
30-day follow-up check-in session
Turnaround3–6 weeks
At a Glance

Compare the Tiers

Not sure which audit is right for you? Use this to decide.

What’s Included Snapshot Pain & Pleasure Deep Dive
Initial discovery call
Workflow mappingPartial✓ Full
AI readiness score
Pain points analysisHigh-level✓ Detailed✓ Deep
Opportunity mapping
Tool audit
Staff skills assessment
Governance & risk reviewLight✓ Full
Action roadmap30/60/90 days3–12 months
Training plan
Board presentation
Follow-up session30-day check-in
Turnaround3–5 days1–2 weeks3–6 weeks
Best forTeams new to AI, quick clarity neededOrganisations ready to actLeadership-level transformation
The Process

How Every Audit Works

A consistent, rigorous methodology — adapted to your sector and the depth of audit you choose.

01
Discovery

We start with a structured conversation. Understand your organisation, your goals, your current tools, and what success looks like for you.

02
Mapping

We walk through your workflows — in person, remotely or via structured questionnaires. We watch how work actually happens, not just how it’s supposed to.

03
Analysis

We apply our AI intelligence framework — scoring friction, opportunity, risk and readiness across every mapped workflow area.

04
Intelligence

Findings are distilled into clear, actionable intelligence. No jargon. No consultant-speak. Just honest insight your team can act on.

05
Debrief

We present the findings, answer questions, and help you decide your next move — whether that’s quick wins, a roadmap, or a deeper engagement.

Who It’s For

Built for Media. Ready for Any Sector.

Our audit methodology was forged in newsrooms and media organisations — where pace, accuracy and resource pressure make AI decisions high-stakes. It translates powerfully to any sector.

📰
News & Media

Editorial workflows, newsgathering, production pipelines, audience intelligence — we know where the AI opportunity sits in a newsroom.

Core Sector
📣
PR & Comms

Pitching, monitoring, content production, crisis management — PR teams are drowning in repetitive tasks AI can transform.

High Impact
⚖️
Legal & Professional

Document review, research, client communication, compliance — legal workflows have enormous AI leverage potential.

Tailored
🏥
Health & Care

Admin burden, patient communication, reporting, triage support — health organisations face unique AI opportunities and risks.

Tailored
🎓
Education

Marking, lesson planning, communications, accessibility — AI is reshaping education faster than most institutions can track.

Tailored
🌍
NGO & Charity

Grant writing, impact reporting, donor communications, fieldwork — mission-driven organisations need AI to stretch every resource further.

Tailored
💼
Finance & FS

Reporting, risk analysis, client communication, compliance documentation — financial workflows are ripe for intelligent automation.

Tailored
Any Organisation

If you have workflows, we can audit them. Our framework adapts to any sector, any size, any level of AI maturity.

Bespoke
AUDIT

Most organisations don’t have an AI problem. They have a clarity problem. They don’t know what they have, what they need, or where to start. That’s exactly what an audit resolves.

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Ongoing Intelligence

The Factual Inquirer Retainer

Keep your workflows under active intelligence

An audit is the starting point — not the destination. Our retainers provide ongoing workflow monitoring, improvement recommendations and priority access to your Factual Inquirer consultant after your audit is complete. Different tiers offer different levels of support, from monthly hands-on engagement to quarterly strategic reviews to a full annual intelligence partnership. Get in touch or book a discovery call to find the right level for your organisation.

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STARTING POINT
A 30-minute discovery call costs nothing.