Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about A1 OS, pricing, trial setup, and how it transforms commercial subcontractor operations.
What is A1 OS?
A1 OS is an AI operating system for commercial subcontractors — not job-management software with AI added. An AI workforce finds suitable work opportunities, assesses them against your trade, capacity and commercial fit, prioritises what is worth pursuing, prepares the next enquiry step, connects evidence to commercial outcomes, and keeps the director in control. No external action leaves without human approval.
Can I start with a free trial?
Yes. Every plan includes a 14-day free trial with assisted rate loading. No credit card required to begin.
Who is A1 OS designed for?
Commercial subcontractors and specialist trade contractors (groundworks, civils, steel framing, M&E, drylining, tiling, painting, plastering) running multiple live projects with applications, variations, and retentions. Directors who still do too much admin themselves.
How is this different from job-management software?
Job-management software records what happened. A1 OS is an AI operating system that finds work, prepares tenders, drafts quotes and chases, tracks variations to payment, and connects evidence to commercial outcomes — with every output awaiting your approval before anything leaves the business.
Is this for domestic jobs?
No. Domestic work is well served by basic job-management apps. A1 OS is built for commercial valuations, applications, site instructions, evidence, and contract exposure.
Does it replace our accounting software?
No. It runs the commercial side up to the money and works alongside your accounts package — it does not try to be your general ledger.
Can site teams use it on mobile?
Yes — and they should. Field Operations is camera-first and built for site gloves and site light. Pricing is per company precisely so you can put it on every phone.
What happens after the trial?
You review what the AI workforce prepared — tenders priced, quotes drafted, chases prepared, variations captured, applications tracked. If it pays for itself, you select your plan.
Is my data secure?
Data is encrypted in transit (TLS). Each company workspace is isolated — your data is not visible to other companies on the platform. Details of encryption at rest are UNAVAILABLE pending infrastructure verification. Access is restricted to authorised personnel and is logged.
Have more questions?
Our team is ready to help you streamline your commercial operations.