What You Gain
Working with Cortexium means working with a team that values structure, honesty, and technical depth. Here's what that looks like in practice.
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Defined Scope from Day One
Every engagement starts with a clear written scope. You know what will be delivered, by when, and at what cost — before work begins.
Privacy-First Architecture
Data protection is a starting constraint, not an afterthought. Our federated learning service is specifically designed for organisations that cannot centralise sensitive data.
Realistic Assessments
We don't overstate what AI can do for your situation. The PoC Sprint is specifically designed to give you an honest answer before you invest in a full engagement.
Malaysia-Based Context
We work within Malaysian regulatory and infrastructure realities — PDPA compliance, local data residency considerations, and the operational context of Selangor-based businesses.
Complete Documentation
Every project closes with technical documentation written for your team. You leave the engagement with the knowledge to maintain and build on what was delivered.
Time-Bounded Engagements
Each service has a defined duration: 2–3 weeks for a PoC Sprint, 5–8 weeks for Conversational Analytics, 10–16 weeks for Federated Learning. No open-ended commitments.
Each Benefit, Explained
Applied ML Experience Across Industries
Our team has worked across healthcare data networks, financial services platforms, and enterprise customer service environments. That breadth means we've encountered the kinds of data quality issues, regulatory constraints, and integration challenges that only come up in real deployments.
- Federated architecture design for healthcare and finance
- Conversational AI analytics for customer service teams
- Rapid prototyping with existing organisational data
You don't spend the first weeks of an engagement explaining your industry. We come prepared with relevant patterns, known pitfalls, and practical design options specific to your sector.
Our scoping process surfaces data availability issues, access constraints, and technical dependencies before work starts — not mid-project. That means fewer surprises and more reliable timelines.
Structured Methodology, Not Improvised Delivery
We follow a consistent process for every engagement: scope definition, data assessment, development, validation, and handover. Each stage has clear inputs and outputs. Progress is communicated weekly, and any scope adjustment is discussed openly before it happens.
- Written scope document before work begins
- Weekly progress updates
- Formal handover with technical documentation
Direct Access, Clear Communication
You communicate directly with the people doing the work — not through account managers or intermediaries. Questions get technical answers. Concerns are addressed without delay. We aim to respond to any client message within one working day.
- Direct line to the engineering team
- One working day response target
- Structured status updates throughout the engagement
When something needs clarification, you hear back from the person who knows the answer — not someone relaying messages. That directness reduces misunderstanding and keeps projects moving.
You get fixed-price engagements with no hidden scope creep. The PoC Sprint at MYR 1,800 gives you a low-cost way to validate an idea before committing to a larger investment.
Fixed-Price Services with Defined Deliverables
Each service is priced in MYR at a fixed rate: MYR 1,800 for a PoC Sprint, MYR 4,200 for Conversational Analytics, and MYR 8,700 for Federated Learning. The price reflects the scope. If your requirements change the scope materially, we discuss that together before proceeding.
- No surprise invoices or scope-creep charges
- MYR pricing with local invoicing
- Low-cost entry point through PoC Sprint
Outcomes You Can Measure and Hand On
We close every engagement with something concrete: a working dashboard, a trained and evaluated model, or a documented go/no-go recommendation. The work is version-controlled and handed over in a state your team can pick up and continue.
- Working deliverables, not slide decks
- Version-controlled code repository handover
- Clear go/no-go for PoC outcomes
The engagement doesn't end with a presentation and a handshake. You walk away with code, documentation, and a clear understanding of what was built and why — so your own team can continue the work confidently.
Typical Providers vs Cortexium
| Feature | Typical AI Vendors | Cortexium |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed-price service with defined scope | Often open-ended | Fixed price, written scope |
| Privacy-preserving ML capability | Rarely offered | Federated learning service |
| Low-cost hypothesis validation option | Full retainer required | MYR 1,800 PoC Sprint |
| Malaysia-based team with PDPA familiarity | Offshore teams common | Petaling Jaya, Selangor |
| Direct communication with engineers | Account managers as buffer | Direct technical access |
| Full technical documentation on handover | Variable or minimal | Standard at every close |
| Honest go/no-go recommendations | Incentive to continue project | Objective PoC findings |
What Sets Us Apart
Federated Learning as a Dedicated Service
Most AI firms offer centralised model training. We offer federated learning as a distinct, scoped service — specifically for organisations where data privacy or data residency makes centralisation impossible.
PoC Sprint as a Standalone Offering
The AI PoC Sprint at MYR 1,800 is designed as a standalone engagement — not a loss leader or a pitch for a larger project. The output is a genuine go/no-go recommendation with supporting evidence.
Blueprint-Style Precision in Delivery
We approach AI projects the way architects approach a building — with explicit documentation of constraints, decisions, and outputs. Nothing is left undocumented or ambiguous at handover.
Local Regulatory and Cultural Fit
Being based in Petaling Jaya means we understand the practical realities of working within Malaysia's data protection landscape, enterprise procurement processes, and technology infrastructure.
Achievements & Recognitions
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A straightforward conversation about your situation is a good place to start. We'll tell you honestly which service fits — or whether the timing isn't right.
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