About Hynt Digital

Practical AI for Welsh businesses — built by people who understand both

We are an independent AI consultancy based in West Wales, serving Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and Swansea. Two founders, one shared conviction: AI delivers most value when it is built around the specific workflows of the business using it, not the other way around.

Founded in West Wales
Serving SMEs across Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire & Pembrokeshire
Two founders, one system
We run the same AI we deploy for clients
No commission. Period.
No referral fees, no kickbacks, no hidden margins
Bilingual by default
Welsh and English — not an afterthought

Four things that make us genuinely different

We do not claim to be the only AI consultancy in Wales. But we do things differently, and that difference matters for SMEs that need practical, honest automation.

Independent Advice

We earn no commission on software or hardware. Every recommendation is based on what is right for your business — not what earns us a referral fee.

Fixed-Fee Clarity

The Discovery Audit is a fixed £700. You know the cost before we start. If you proceed, the audit fee is offset against the implementation.

Privacy-First Infrastructure

Locally-hosted AI models available for clients with GDPR, data sovereignty, or compliance requirements. Your data stays on your infrastructure.

Welsh Language Capable

Bilingual delivery across West Wales. Training sessions, documentation, and AI systems available in Welsh and English.

Two founders, one working system

We are a small team by design. Each founder brings a distinct skill set, and we operate on the same AI systems we build for clients. So we know exactly what works in practice.

Zelig Northover-Barnes

Zelig Northover-Barnes

Strategy & Client Lead

Zelig brings seven years of hands-on experience working inside small independent businesses across West Wales. He leads client strategy, business development, and engagement — serving as the first point of contact for new clients across all sectors.

Marley Plant

Marley Plant

Privacy & Deployment Lead

Marley is a Computer Science and Web Design graduate from Aberystwyth University. He was awarded Best in Design at Young Rewired State Festival of Code 2015. His technical grounding spans TypeScript, React, PHP, WordPress, databases, and information security. He leads the design and implementation of privacy-first AI infrastructure for clients in legal, financial, and data-sensitive sectors.

Certifications
BSc Computer Science and Web Design · Aberystwyth University
Best in Design — Festival of Code · Young Rewired State

Bilingual AI, rooted in Welsh communities

We are based in West Wales and committed to delivering AI solutions that work in Welsh and English. Not as a feature toggle, but as a core design principle.

Bilingual Training

Staff training sessions delivered in Welsh or English. All materials available in both languages.

Welsh-Language AI

AI assistants and chatbots capable of operating in Welsh, English, or switching between both naturally.

Community Rooted

Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire, and Pembrokeshire are our home. We build for the communities we live in.

Common questions about Hynt Digital

How we work and what to expect when you engage with us.

Are you a product company or a consultancy?

Consultancy. We do not sell software licences or take commissions from third-party tools. We design and build custom systems for each client using the best tools for the job — whether open-source, self-hosted, or carefully selected commercial products. Our only incentive is delivering what works for your business.

What size businesses do you work with?

We focus on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across West Wales. Our clients range from solo operators and micro-businesses to established 50-person companies. Our fixed-fee audit model works well for businesses that want to explore AI without committing to a large upfront investment.

How do you handle data privacy and security?

Privacy is built into every system we design. We default to self-hosted infrastructure where your data stays on your premises or a UK-based data centre under your control. Our approach is compliant with UK GDPR and we advise clients with specific regulatory requirements (legal, financial, healthcare) on achieving compliance.

Do you offer ongoing support after the project ends?

Yes. We offer monthly support retainers from £400/month covering updates, new use cases, staff training, and system monitoring. Many clients start with a Discovery Audit, then move to a support retainer after their initial project, giving them ongoing access without committing to a full-time employee.

What is your service area across Wales?

We are based in West Wales and primarily serve Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and Swansea. For on-site work we travel to your premises. For businesses elsewhere in Wales — including Cardiff, Newport, North Wales — we offer remote consultation with occasional on-site visits for larger engagements.

Ready to find out exactly what AI can do for your business?

Start with a Discovery Audit. A full day on-site, a clear written report, and a costed roadmap built around your business. No obligation to proceed, and the fee is fully offsettable against any implementation you choose.

Discovery Audit · £700 + VAT · Fixed fee · No commitment