Your business is leaking
20 hours a week
We find the 3–5 processes bleeding your time, build the automations to fix them, and train your team to run it all without us. First one live in two weeks.
Companies we've worked with
2 weeks
First automation live
10–20 hrs
Saved per week, per client
50+
Businesses transformed
100%
5-star client reviews
Sound familiar?
Every week, the same story.
"Your team copies data between systems for hours"
One automation. Zero copy-paste. Runs while you sleep.
"Follow-ups fall through the cracks and you lose deals"
Automated sequences that never forget. Every lead, every time.
"You bought AI tools but nobody actually uses them"
Software without training is shelfware. We fix the adoption gap.
"You're spending $150K+ on work AI could handle"
You don't need an ML engineer. You need the right 3–5 automations.
"Your invoicing and scheduling eat entire afternoons"
Document processing, scheduling, reminders — all automated.
"You know AI could help but have no idea where to start"
Free 30-min call. I'll tell you exactly what's worth automating.
What We Do
We build the automations that actually matter to your business.
Not chatbots. Not "AI strategy decks" that collect dust. Real workflow automation — plugged into the tools you already use. Your team gets trained to own it. You don't need me forever. That's the point.
Workflow Automation
Invoice processing, follow-ups, data entry, scheduling — the boring stuff eating 10–20 hours of your week. We automate it so your team can do work that actually matters.
AI Strategy & Audit
We map your workflows, interview your team, and find exactly where AI saves real time. You get a prioritized list of what to automate, not a 50-page PDF.
Custom AI Solutions
AI agents that understand your business, knowledge base search over your docs, API integrations connecting your entire stack. Built to last, not to demo.
Training & Adoption
Not a one-time workshop everyone forgets by Friday. Hands-on training with your actual tools. Custom video library. The goal is your team running it without us.
How it works
Four steps. No surprises.
We talk.
Free 30-minute call. We look at your workflows and tell you honestly where AI helps — and where it doesn't. No pitch deck.
We map it out.
The 3–5 highest-impact automations, estimated time savings, and a clear plan with a fixed price. No surprises.
We build it.
First automation live in about two weeks. Regular check-ins. You test with real work as we go.
You own it.
Hands-on training, custom video walkthroughs, ongoing support until your team runs it without us.
Not sure if AI can help your business?
Take the free 2-minute assessment. No email required.
Take the free AI assessmentWhat clients say
Don't take my word for it.
"Armando was by far the best I have ever had the pleasure to work with. He took the time to make sure that my needs were first identified clearly, and then he developed and implemented a clear and concise plan. All milestones and deadlines were met, and his work exceeded my expectations."
"Armando is one of the most talented coders that I have ever come across. He is thoughtful, timely and has a unique ability to come up with practical solutions to every problem. He honestly feels like a member of my family!"
"From the start, Armando earned my trust. He explains everything very clearly and always makes sure to empower his clients to be as self-sufficient as possible. Armando has shown exceptional expertise..."
"Armando is the best. He is not only talented but will go out of his way to help. I would not hesitate to hire him for any project."
"Armando, you are the best! I am so happy I was able to work with you. You hit every expectation I had and absolutely delivered! I will be in touch for future projects!"
"Armando is a true pleasure to work with. I've worked with Armando several times now and his technical skills, communication, and all around customer service are superb. Could not ask for a better experience and developer to work with."
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FAQ
Questions we hear every week
- What does PerezCarreno & Coindreau do?
- PerezCarreno & Coindreau is an AI consulting and automation firm that helps US businesses find the 3–5 workflows that are quietly costing them time and money, build the automations to fix them, and train the team to run the system without us. Founded in 2008 by Armando J. Perez-Carreno and based in San Antonio, Texas, the firm has served 100+ businesses across 11 industries, with 100% five-star client reviews.
- How long until my first automation is live?
- Most engagements have the first automation running in two weeks or less. The first week is scoping and setup; the second week is build, test, and rollout. For very complex integrations (custom AI agents, RAG systems, phone trees), timelines extend to 4–8 weeks — we will tell you up front.
- How much does AI consulting cost with PerezCarreno & Coindreau?
- AI Readiness Assessments start at $5,000, AI Strategy & Audit engagements start at $7,500, and Custom AI Automation projects start at $8,500 per workflow. Larger AI integration and development projects typically run $15,000–$60,000. AI Training for Teams starts at $4,500 per cohort. Every engagement begins with a free 30-minute discovery call — we will scope and quote before you commit.
- Do you only work with businesses in San Antonio?
- No — we serve businesses across the United States remotely, and we are happy to work on-site in and around San Antonio, Texas when it helps. Our client list includes companies headquartered in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and internationally. We are bilingual in English and Spanish and serve the US Hispanic business market in addition to the general US market.
- What if AI is not the right solution for my problem?
- We will tell you. We would rather lose a project than waste a client's money on the wrong tool. Armando says "don't do that" as often as he says "do this." If your problem is better solved with a hire, a process change, a simpler integration, or doing nothing at all, that is the answer you will get on the free discovery call.
- Who do you typically work with?
- We focus on small and mid-size businesses — roughly 5 to 200 employees — that are losing 10 to 20 hours a week to manual work. Common patterns include owners drowning in repetitive admin, teams copy-pasting data between systems, AI tools bought but unused, and work that could be automated costing $150K+ in headcount. Industries served include professional services, healthcare, e-commerce, education, hospitality, auto repair, and SaaS.
- What tools do you work with?
- We build on n8n, Make, and Zapier for workflow automation; OpenAI and Anthropic APIs for AI functionality; and custom code (TypeScript, Python) where off-the-shelf tools do not fit. For RAG and agent systems, we use vector databases like Pinecone and open-source frameworks. We plug into whatever CRM, email, calendar, and accounting systems the business already uses — we do not force you to change stack.
Stop losing 20 hours a week
to work a machine should do.
Free 30-minute call. I'll tell you honestly what's worth automating and what isn't. No pressure, no pitch deck, no follow-up spam.
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