Why 4M Labs:
Production AI at LATAM Rates
We don't build demos. We build production AI systems that run your business. Guadalajara engineers, US quality, nearshore pricing.
How We Compare
How we stack up against agencies, boutiques, and freelancers.
| Feature | Traditional Agency | AI-First Boutique | 4M Labs |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI Depth | ✗ Surface-level | ~ Moderate | ✓ Full production |
| Cost | ✗ High (US rates) | ✗ High | ✓ Nearshore, 40-60% lower |
| Speed | ✗ Months | ~ Weeks | ✓ 2-4 weeks |
| Production Systems | ✗ Demos and prototypes | ~ Some | ✓ Always production |
| IP Ownership | ~ Contract dependent | ~ Yes | ✓ 100% yours, always |
| Team Continuity | ✗ High turnover | ~ Variable | ✓ Stable dedicated team |
Why 4M Labs
Fixed-scope sprints. Senior engineers. Production systems, not prototypes.
Production AI
Every system runs in production with monitoring, guardrails, and scalability.
LATAM Rates
Senior engineers in Guadalajara at 40-60% lower rates than US agencies. Same quality, lower cost.
Ship in Weeks
2-4 week sprints with weekly demos. Working software fast, not quarters of waiting.
Eat Our Own Cooking
We use our own AI agents and automation systems internally. We don't sell what we haven't tested in production.
How It Works
Three steps from first call to working software.
Discovery Call
We learn about your business, challenges, and goals in a 30-minute strategy session.
Custom Proposal
Within 48 hours, you get a detailed proposal with scope, timeline, and transparent pricing.
Sprint Delivery
We ship in 2-4 week sprints with weekly demos, so you see progress and provide feedback.
Pricing
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
Sprint
Fixed-scope project
2-4 week sprint with defined scope. Ideal for MVPs, features, or prototypes.
Project
Full build
Full system build with multiple sprints. Deployment and support included.
Retainer
Ongoing dedicated team
Continuous iteration, maintenance, and support. Dedicated team for your business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose 4M Labs over a traditional agency?
Traditional agencies bill by the hour and optimize for billable time. 4M Labs optimizes for outcomes. Fixed-scope sprints, nearshore rates, and a senior team in Guadalajara with US timezone overlap. We build production AI systems, not demos.
How do your prices compare to other options?
Sprints from $8,000 USD. Projects from $25,000 USD. Retainers from $5,000/mo. Our rates are 40-60% lower than US agencies with the same engineering quality. No hidden fees, no inflated billing.
What makes you different from other nearshore providers?
We are an AI boutique, not a staff augmentation firm. We design complete AI systems with memory, monitoring, and production readiness. We use our own tools internally.
How long until I see results?
Within 2-4 weeks you will have a functional system in production. Our sprints deliver working software every week with live demos.
What happens if I need changes after the sprint?
We offer continuation retainers from $5,000/mo for iteration, maintenance, and ongoing support. You can also purchase additional sprints as needed.
Can I see examples of your work?
Yes. Visit our case studies section to see real results from previous projects. Each case includes the problem, approach, and impact.
Do you work with companies of all sizes?
We work with early-stage startups to established companies. Our sprints are flexible and adapt to your budget and goals.
What types of projects do you take on?
AI agents, automation systems, RAG pipelines, custom ML models, and production-grade AI platforms. We take on projects where AI creates measurable business value, not experiments or proofs of concept.
Related Services
Explore our specialized services.
AI Automation Agency
AI automation systems for ops-heavy B2B teams.
CRM Automation
Automate repetitive CRM tasks with AI agents.
WhatsApp Automation
AI agents for WhatsApp that qualify leads and book appointments.
Lead Automation
Automated lead capture and follow-up systems.
Custom Software Development
Custom software in 2-6 weeks.
Dedicated Dev Team
Senior build capacity on a monthly retainer.
Let's build something real.
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