Flexible engagement models
built for every stage
Whether you're an early-stage startup or a global enterprise, Cientheon has a model to match your ambition and timeline.
AI Studio
Bespoke product design and AI engineering for startups and growth-stage companies seeking elite technical partnership.
- Custom AI product design
- System architecture blueprint
- Dedicated engineering pod
- Full IP ownership
- 90-day post-launch support
Startup Foundry
We co-build your venture from zero — technical co-founding, product, infrastructure, and go-to-market in one integrated partnership.
- Technical co-founding
- Full-stack product build
- Go-to-market engine
- Seed funding network access
- Ongoing CTO advisory
Enterprise Hub
Consolidated platform licensing and managed AI services for large organizations with complex infrastructure and compliance requirements.
- Full Cientheon platform access
- On-premise deployment option
- Enterprise SSO & RBAC
- Dedicated customer success
- 99.9% uptime SLA guarantee
Compare what's included
| Feature | AI Studio | Startup Foundry | Enterprise Hub |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom AI model development | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dedicated engineering team | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| IP & source code ownership | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Technical co-founding | — | ✓ | — |
| Seed funding network | — | ✓ | — |
| On-premise deployment | — | — | ✓ |
| Enterprise SSO / RBAC | — | — | ✓ |
| 99.9% uptime SLA | — | — | ✓ |
| Post-launch support | 90 days | Ongoing | Dedicated CSM |
Frequently asked questions
Can I switch engagement models later?
Yes. As your needs evolve, our team will work with you to transition between tiers. Most clients start with AI Studio before moving to an Enterprise Hub agreement.
Do you build on our existing infrastructure?
Absolutely. We deploy into AWS, GCP, Azure, or on-premise environments — integrating cleanly with your existing stack and data pipelines.
How does the equity model work?
For Startup Foundry partnerships, Cientheon co-founds the venture with a negotiated equity stake in exchange for the full technical build. Terms are discussed transparently upfront.
Is there a minimum engagement period?
AI Studio projects are scoped per engagement. Enterprise Hub agreements start at 12-month contracts. Foundry partnerships are multi-year by nature.
Do you offer custom AI model training?
Yes. Enterprise and Foundry clients can work directly with our AI research team to fine-tune or train models on their proprietary datasets.
What's your data privacy stance?
We operate under strict data governance. Client data is never used to train other models. On-premise deployment ensures your data never leaves your environment.
Not sure which model fits?
Our team will help you assess the right engagement — no commitment required.