AI-Led Operational Transformation

AI-led operations that turn complexity into execution.

Fractional Chief AI Officer (Operations) + 20+ years of operating experience across 8 industries—helping leadership teams embed AI where it creates real leverage.

AI doesn't fix broken operations—it exposes them. I help scaling organizations diagnose execution drag, make clear decisions, and redesign how work actually flows—then apply vetted AI solutions to improve speed, consistency, and focus without overwhelming people or breaking what already works.

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Discover & Diagnose

Uncover operational friction, decision bottlenecks, and AI readiness

Distill & Decide

Synthesize findings, clarify priorities, and define where impact actually lives

Design & Align

Map value and workflows across teams—and determine where AI supports the flow

Deploy & Drive

Execute intentionally, support adoption, and optimize over time

20+

Years Experience

Industries

$15M+

Budgets Managed

About Ignite

Who We Help

We work with founder-led and operator-heavy companies where execution complexity has outpaced existing systems.

These leadership teams are navigating growth, increasing decision load, and operational drag—often while trying to make sense of how AI fits into the business without creating chaos.

They don't need more tools. They need clarity, alignment, and a way to turn AI into real operating leverage.

Common Triggers

• AI tools are being discussed, but there's no clear path to value or adoption

• Too many priorities and decisions competing for leadership attention

• Execution bottlenecks at the leadership level

• Manual workflows and fragmented systems slowing momentum

• Teams working hard but outcomes lacking focus

What Changes After We Work Together

• Clear priorities and an execution roadmap grounded in real constraints

• Faster, higher-quality decisions supported by better data and AI-enabled insight

• Simple, scalable operating systems that reduce leadership load

• Aligned teams with accountability—without micromanagement

• Embedded AI workflows that improve speed, consistency, and focus

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Founder / CEO, COO, or Head of Operations

At a growing, complexity-driven organization

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Teams outgrowing founder-led systems

Feeling the weight of execution and coordination

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Leaders with decision fatigue

Experiencing misalignment and execution drag

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Organizations seeking practical AI adoption

ROI-driven, human-first, and grounded in operations

📚 Published Author

Meet Sima Patel

Fractional Chief AI Officer (Operations)

I help organizations turn AI from an abstract concept into operating leverage—by grounding it in real workflows, decisions, and constraints.

With over 20 years of experience leading operations across 8 industries, I bring an operator's lens to AI adoption. My work is supported by ongoing live weekly training and a vetted AI ecosystem, ensuring recommendations stay current, practical, and aligned to how businesses actually run.

I'm not here to experiment with tools—I'm here to help leadership teams make sense of complexity, redesign how work flows, and execute with confidence.

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Service Packages

Spark Your Business Growth

Automation and AI don't fix broken operations—they expose them. Each engagement starts with clarity, then moves into intentional design and execution—applying AI only where it improves outcomes, not noise.

Spark

Fast clarity and a prioritized plan to remove execution drag—plus a grounded view of where AI actually helps.

Discovery & Quick Win Engagement

Operational health check and bottleneck mapping (where work slows, breaks, or gets stuck)
AI/automation readiness assessment (data, tools, workflow fit, and risk)
Stakeholder interviews to surface real constraints and decision points
Opportunity mapping and quick wins (what to automate now vs. later)
One clear deliverable: a prioritized roadmap with recommendations and next steps

Ideal for leaders who need a clear starting point and want focus before investing in bigger changes.

Flame

Operational redesign and hands-on execution to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and embed targeted AI support.

Focused Acceleration Engagement

Process mapping and simplification (remove steps before adding tools)
Workflow design, documentation, and operating cadence to improve consistency
Targeted automation setup for high-friction workflows (light-to-moderate implementations)
Tool selection and implementation support (with partners for deeper technical builds)
Team enablement for adoption (playbooks and practical training)

Ideal for organizations ready to solve specific operational issues and want real execution—not just advice.

Fire

Embedded AI-first operations leadership to drive execution, modernize workflows, and build scalable operating systems—without adding a full-time executive.

Strategic Transformation Engagement

Embedded operational leadership aligned with executive priorities
Translating strategy into roadmaps, workstreams, and execution cadence
Designing scalable systems: workflows, documentation, KPIs, operating rhythm
Identifying and implementing AI opportunities over time (with vetted partners as needed)
Leading change and alignment so improvements actually stick

Ideal for scaling companies (approximately 25–200 employees) that need senior operational leadership without adding full-time headcount.

Custom packages

A tailored engagement aligned to your growth stage, constraints, and operational priorities—using AI as an enabler, not the driver.

Flexible scope designed around your specific needs and priorities

What it delivers

A customized blend of fractional leadership, operational consulting, process redesign, and targeted automation
Scaled engagement based on timeline, budget, and desired outcomes

Key features

Diagnostic and execution roadmap aligned to business goals
Focus areas may include operational foundations, workflow automation, operating cadence, or team enablement
Hybrid model combining advisory with hands-on execution (and partners when deeper technical work is required)
Adaptable duration: sprint-based projects or ongoing partnership

Examples

Compliance function buildout and ROI methodology • E-billing platform implementation from business case to launch • Executive priorities translated into project plans and operating cadence • Process mapping and efficiency improvements across teams • Custom GPTs or internal agents for lightweight workflows • AI tool evaluation and implementation roadmap

Ideal for leaders who have a specific challenge, need a tailored plan, and want practical support to execute.

The Ignite Framework

Our Proven 4-Step Method

Our 4-step method turns AI from "interesting" into operational leverage. We start with assessment and clarity, align on where value is created, design how work should flow, then deploy and optimize with your team.

Discover & Diagnose

Assess operational friction, decision bottlenecks, and AI readiness

Operational health & AI readiness assessment
Gap analysis & friction point identification
Root cause analysis of inefficiencies
Stakeholder alignment audits

Distill & Decide

Synthesize findings, prioritize impact, and define what matters now

Custom operating models & org design
KPI frameworks & dashboards
Process maps, workflows, playbooks, SOPs
Resource allocation structure
Annual & quarterly planning & offsite facilitation

Design & Align

Map value and workflows across teams—and determine where AI supports execution

Strategic initiative implementation
Change management & engagement
Technology & AI automation rollouts
Cross-functional team alignment

Deploy & Drive

Implement intentionally, support adoption, and optimize continuously

Performance tracking & optimization
Leadership coaching & development
Continuous improvement cycles
Culture building & operational excellence

AI for Operations

Transforming Operations with
Artificial Intelligence & ROI

I bring an operator's discipline to AI adoption—supported by ongoing live training and a vetted ecosystem of tools. Solutions are selected only after the operational problem is clear, ensuring AI improves speed, consistency, and decision quality—not complexity.

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AI Readiness for Operations

Comprehensive AI readiness evaluations, opportunity mapping, and strategic roadmap development tailored to your business objectives.

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Workflow & Decision Automation

Intelligent workflow design and implementation using AI tools, RPA, and multi-agent systems to eliminate friction.

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Embedded AI Systems

Strategic selection and deployment of AI technologies—from chatbots and copilots to custom GPTs and automation platforms.

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Data Strategy

Data management planning, collection frameworks, and AI training to unlock insights and power intelligent decision-making.

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Team Enablement

Comprehensive training on AI tools, prompt engineering, and human-first AI adoption strategies to empower your teams.

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Change Management

Strategic communication, stakeholder alignment, and ethical AI governance to ensure smooth adoption.

AI-led operations that turn complexity into execution.