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The AI agency for New York City.
_1 is a New York City AI agency. We design and build AI agents, workflow automation, custom CRMs and AI-powered software for businesses across all five boroughs — and we meet clients in person.
Local context
AI for the New York City economy.
New York City is home to more than 200,000 businesses, from global banks and media companies to the restaurants, practices and shops that make each neighborhood work. The common thread is speed: customers expect instant answers, and teams are expensive. AI agents and automation let NYC businesses respond faster and do more without adding headcount.
Neighborhoods & areas we serve
- Manhattan
- Brooklyn
- Queens
- The Bronx
- Staten Island
Services in New York City
What we build for New York City businesses.
AI Agents in New York City
Autonomous digital employees that answer, qualify, book, follow up and report — 24/7.
from $6,500 · 2–6 weeksWorkflow Automation in New York City
Connect your apps and eliminate copy-paste work with AI-powered workflows.
from $2,500 · 1–4 weeksCustom SaaS & Apps in New York City
Personalized web apps, portals and internal tools — vibe-coded fast, engineered to last.
from $12,000 · 3–10 weeksCustom CRMs in New York City
A CRM built around your pipeline — with AI that updates itself.
from $8,000 · 3–8 weeksAI Chat & Voice Agents in New York City
Website chat, SMS and phone agents that sound human and book real appointments.
from $3,500 · 1–4 weeksAI Search & GEO in New York City
Get recommended by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini and Google AI Overviews.
from $2,000/mo · Ongoing, 90-day sprintsAI Strategy & Training in New York City
A clear AI roadmap, executive workshops and hands-on team training.
from $1,500 · 1–3 weeksFAQ
AI in New York City: FAQ
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Is there an AI agency in New York City?
Yes. _1 is a New York City–based AI agency serving New York City. We build AI agents, workflow automation, AI receptionists, custom CRMs and AI-powered apps for New York City businesses. In-person discovery sessions and workshops anywhere in the five boroughs.
How much does AI automation cost for a New York City business?
_1’s projects for New York City businesses start at $2,500 for a single automation, $3,500 for an AI voice or chat agent, $6,500 for a custom AI agent and $12,000 for custom software. Pricing is the same across New York and every project is fixed-scope.
Which New York City industries benefit most from AI?
New York City is home to more than 200,000 businesses, from global banks and media companies to the restaurants, practices and shops that make each neighborhood work. The common thread is speed: customers expect instant answers, and teams are expensive. AI agents and automation let NYC businesses respond faster and do more without adding headcount. The industries we most often help in New York City are real estate, law firms, financial services, restaurants & hospitality.
Can we meet in person in New York City?
In-person discovery sessions and workshops anywhere in the five boroughs.
Free AI audit · New York
Grow New York City smarter.
Book a free 30-minute AI audit. We’ll map the three automations that would save your team the most time — and tell you honestly if AI isn’t the answer.
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