Independent AI Consultancy for NZ & Australian Businesses

At Matrix, we don’t sell software—we help you avoid costly AI mistakes and get it right the first time. Using our S.T.A.R.T. AI Framework, we guide you to the right strategy, tools, training and rollout plan so you can adopt AI with confidence.

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About matrix ai consulting

AI Consultancy Services for Better, Faster, Smarter Business Results

I’m Glen Maguire, founder of Matrix AI Consulting and an Otago University MBA graduate. Since 1998, I’ve helped businesses and organisations across Europe, New Zealand and Australia navigate digital transformation.


Today, Matrix AI empowers clients to harness artificial intelligence to drive growth, manage risk, and make smart, future-ready decisions. We focus on strategic AI adoption, staff training & implementation—translating complex technology into real business outcomes.


Matrix AI offers independent, strategic Artificial Intelligence consultancy services - we’re your partner in turning artificial intelligence into measurable impact.

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What Sets Us Apart

Matrix AI Consulting helps NZ and Australian businesses navigate AI with tailored strategies, safe implementation, measurable ROI, and practical AI training - like our ChatGPT productivity course - to enable your team. From roadmap to rollout, we guide every step using our S.T.A.R.T. Framework to deliver long-term value and future-ready capability.

Our AI Consultancy Services Include:

Our AI consulting services are designed to give you clarity, control, and confidence at every stage of your AI journey—from strategy to execution.

  • AI Strategy & Roadmap Planning
  • AI Implementation & Testing
  • AI Training & Literacy Programs
  • AI Governance Framework Design
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AI STRATEGY DESIGN

AI-Led Business Strategy Development

Our consultants craft cutting-edge, customised artificial intelligence strategies using our proven S.T.A.R.T. planning framework—helping your business adopt the best AI technologies with low risk, future-proofed execution, and alignment to long-term success.

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AI IMPLEMENTATION

Implementation & Testing of Your AI Strategy

With your AI strategy in place, we guide you in implementing the right technologies, from AI automation to building agentic virtual AI agents, using our A.D.O.P.T framework.

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BUILDING AI LITERACY

AI Literacy for All: Non-Technical Training & Workshops

We provide tailored AI training courses, AI workshops and bootcamps for businesses, organisations, C-Suite executives, and teams. Delivered in-person, one-on-one, or in exclusive group settings, our practical training equips you to adopt AI responsibly and strategically. Enhance your knowledge and drive success with AI for your organisation.

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AI GOVERNANCE

AI Governance Frameworks for Responsible Implementation

We design tailored AI governance frameworks to ensure businesses and organisations adopt AI ethically and responsibly. Our customised solutions include robust guardrails to enhance compliance, mitigate risks, and promote transparency. Contact us to discover how our services can safeguard and optimise your AI strategy for long-term success.

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About matrix ai consulting

Why Businesses Trust Matrix AI Consulting

Matrix AI is an independent AI consulting firm—not tied to any vendor, platform, or product. That means you get advice that’s truly in your best interest, not driven by software sales. We focus on long-term results, not shortcuts. Here's what sets us apart:

  • Independent & Unbiased Advice – We recommend the best-fit AI solutions, not the ones with referral fees.
  • Certified Expertise – Our consultants bring cross-sector experience and hold certifications in leading AI platforms and frameworks, ensuring practical, solution-agnostic guidance.
  • Exclusive Partnerships – We work with one company per sector at a time—never with your competitors.
  • Proven Experience – 25+ years of digital transformation leadership in NZ, Australia, and Europe.
  • Transparent & Practical – No hype. Just strategic, low-risk adoption designed to fit your business.


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FAQs
  • How do I know if my business is ready for AI?

    We offer AI readiness assessments to help you understand your current systems, data maturity, and opportunities for automation or intelligent agents.

  • What does an AI consultant do?

    An AI consultant helps businesses design and implement artificial intelligence strategies tailored to their goals. At Matrix AI, we guide you from opportunity discovery through to safe, scalable adoption.

  • What industries do you work with?

    We work across agriculture, construction, infrastructure, education, retail, and government—helping NZ & Australian businesses use AI responsibly and strategically.

  • Do you use off-the-shelf AI tools?

    We’re fully independent and tool-agnostic. Our consultants help you choose the best-fit solutions based on your environment—not software vendor incentives.

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