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By Errin O'Connor, Founder & Chief AI Architect, EPC Group

EPC Group delivers enterprise AI consulting in Seattle, WA. We implement Microsoft Copilot, build AI governance frameworks, and deploy Azure AI solutions for Greater Seattle organizations. With Microsoft expertise since 1997 and compliance specialization in HIPAA, SOC 2, and FedRAMP, we serve technology companies, healthcare systems, aerospace organizations, and retail enterprises.

Key Facts

  • EPC Group serves Greater Seattle organizations from our nearest regional office with on-site and remote delivery.
  • Microsoft consulting experience since 1997. 4 bestselling books by our founder.
  • HIPAA, SOC 2, and FedRAMP compliance expertise for regulated industries in Washington.
  • AI consulting services include Copilot deployment, AI governance, Azure OpenAI, and vCAIO retainers.
  • Engagement timeline: Weeks 1–2 discovery, Weeks 3–6 sprint delivery, Weeks 7–12 production hardening.
  • Optional managed services in three tiers: Essentials, Advanced, and Enterprise.

AI Consulting Services in Seattle, WA

EPC Group offers specialized services in enterprise AI strategy, Microsoft Copilot deployment, and AI governance frameworks. We serve organizations in the Seattle Metro area.

With Microsoft consulting experience since 1997 and expertise with Fortune 500 companies, we provide:

  • Enterprise AI strategy
  • Microsoft Copilot deployment
  • AI governance frameworks

Our solutions are designed to drive results for your organization.

AI Consulting Services for Seattle Metro Organizations

Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 implementation

AI governance and compliance frameworks

Custom AI model development with Azure AI

AI readiness assessments

Change management for AI adoption

Why Seattle Organizations Choose EPC Group

We recognize the specific needs of businesses in the Seattle Metro area. Our team has collaborated with:

  • Healthcare systems
  • Financial institutions
  • Government agencies
  • Fortune 500 companies

We deliver Microsoft solutions that meet strict compliance requirements and enhance operational efficiency across Washington.

  • Microsoft consulting experience since 1997
  • 4 bestselling books by our founder
  • HIPAA, SOC 2, and FedRAMP compliance expertise
  • Remote and on-site consulting available in WA

Our AI Consulting Services Process

1

Discovery & Assessment

We analyze your current environment and identify opportunities for improvement.

2

Strategy & Planning

We design a customized solution aligned with your business goals and budget.

3

Implementation & Support

We execute the solution and provide ongoing support to ensure success.

Ready to Transform Your Business in Seattle?

Contact EPC Group today for a free consultation. We'll discuss your needs and show you how our Microsoft Copilot implementation and AI governance can help your organization succeed.

Why Puget Sound Organizations Choose EPC Group for Ai Consulting

The Puget Sound region is home to 4.0 million metro residents. It hosts major companies like Microsoft, Amazon, Boeing, and Starbucks. This area is among the most dynamic enterprise technology markets in the United States.

Organizations in sectors such as technology, aerospace, healthcare, and retail are increasing their investments in Microsoft platforms. They require a consulting partner with extensive experience to deliver real results, not just advice.

EPC Group has supported organizations in Seattle, WA for over a decade. We specialize in Microsoft Copilot deployment, AI governance frameworks, and enterprise AI strategy.

Our team brings:

  • expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem Since 1997
  • Hands-on experience from over 11,000 enterprise engagements
  • A commitment to outcomes, not just staffing

Every project is led by senior architects who have successfully completed hundreds of similar implementations.

What Makes Seattle Enterprises Different

Seattle organizations encounter specific challenges due to their focus on technology, aerospace, healthcare, and retail. Compliance requirements are crucial and include:

  • HIPAA for healthcare
  • SOC 2 for financial services
  • FedRAMP for government
  • ISO 42001 for AI governance

EPC Group prioritizes compliance in every project. We do not treat it as an afterthought. Our frameworks have successfully passed all regulatory audits to date. These audits include:

  • GDPR
  • HIPAA
  • SOX
  • Fortune 500 banks
  • Healthcare systems
  • Federal agencies

The Seattle talent market is competitive. Organizations need quick solutions and cannot wait for lengthy consulting engagements that only provide a PowerPoint and a handoff.

EPC Group's fixed-fee accelerator model offers production-ready solutions in 30-90 days. Our services include:

  • Copilot governance frameworks
  • Power BI Centers of Excellence
  • Azure landing zones

We focus on pricing based on outcomes, not hours.

Our Seattle Engagement Model

  • Week 1-2: On-site or remote discovery with your IT, security, and business stakeholders. We audit your current Microsoft environment, identify gaps, and build a prioritized roadmap.
  • Week 3-6: Sprint-based delivery. We implement the highest-value items first — typically Copilot governance, Power BI semantic models, or SharePoint migration waves.
  • Week 7-12: Production hardening, user training, and knowledge transfer. Your team owns the solution when we leave.
  • Ongoing: Optional managed services at three tiers (Essentials, Advanced, Enterprise) for organizations that want 24/7 support and continuous optimization.

Ready to talk about your Seattle project? Call (888) 381-9725 or emailcontact@epcgroup.net to schedule a free assessment. Most organizations get a roadmap within one week.

AI Consulting Services in Seattle, WA

EPC Group provides enterprise AI consulting in Seattle, WA. We focus on implementing Microsoft Copilot, creating AI governance frameworks, and deploying Azure AI solutions for organizations in Greater Seattle.

  • Microsoft expertise since 1997
  • Compliance specialization in HIPAA, SOC 2, and FedRAMP
  • Serving technology companies, healthcare systems, aerospace organizations, and retail enterprises

Key facts

  • EPC Group serves Greater Seattle organizations from our nearest regional office with on-site and remote delivery.
  • Microsoft consulting experience since 1997. 4 bestselling books by our founder.
  • HIPAA, SOC 2, and FedRAMP compliance expertise for regulated industries in Washington.
  • AI consulting services include Copilot deployment, AI governance, Azure OpenAI, and vCAIO retainers.
  • Engagement timeline: Weeks 1–2 discovery, Weeks 3–6 sprint delivery, Weeks 7–12 production hardening.
  • Optional managed services in three tiers: Essentials, Advanced, and Enterprise.

AI consulting services for Greater Seattle organizations

Seattle's technology sector and proximity to Microsoft's Redmond campus drive deep enterprise Copilot and Azure AI demand.

EPC Group provides Microsoft AI consulting to businesses in Greater Seattle. We concentrate on three key service areas. Each area starts with a discovery phase that evaluates your current environment. Following this, we suggest a clear plan for moving forward.

Microsoft Copilot deployment

Before broad deployment, Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Studio need governance hardening. We evaluate your Microsoft 365 environment and classify sensitive data. Our process includes:

  • Configuring DLP policies
  • Implementing security controls
  • Rolling out Copilot
  • Copilot readiness assessment: data classification, oversharing audit, sensitivity labels.
  • Copilot Studio custom agent development for business-specific workflows.
  • ROI tracking and adoption measurement post-deployment.
  • Ongoing Copilot governance through Microsoft Purview.

AI governance and risk management

Deploying AI without governance creates regulatory and reputational risk. We build AI governance frameworks aligned to NIST AI RMF, ISO 42001, and industry-specific regulations for WA organizations.

  • AI system inventory and risk classification.
  • BYOAI policy design and enforcement.
  • Model risk management framework implementation.
  • EU AI Act and HIPAA compliance for applicable organizations.

Azure OpenAI and custom AI solutions

We create custom AI applications using the Azure OpenAI Service, Azure AI Foundry, and Azure AI Search. Our use cases include:

  • Document intelligence
  • RAG-based knowledge bases
  • AI-powered process automation
  • RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) on your enterprise documents and SharePoint content.
  • Azure OpenAI integration with Dynamics 365, SharePoint, and Teams.
  • AI-powered document processing using Azure AI Document Intelligence.
  • Compliance architecture for HIPAA-compliant or FedRAMP-aligned Azure AI deployments.

Why Greater Seattle organizations choose EPC Group

  • Microsoft experience since 1997. 11,000+ enterprise engagements completed.
  • 4 bestselling books — Our founder Errin O'Connor has written the widely cited books on SharePoint and Power BI.
  • Compliance-first — HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, CMMC, and FERPA expertise built into every architecture.
  • Remote and on-site delivery in WA — On-site visits for discovery, architecture reviews, and go-live support.
  • Senior architects only — Every engagement is led by a principal-level architect. No rotating junior teams.

Our AI consulting engagement model

Every engagement follows a three-phase sprint model. Your team owns the solution by the end — we do not create dependency.

  • Weeks 1–2: Discovery — On-site or remote audit of your Microsoft environment, security posture, and AI readiness. We build a prioritized roadmap.
  • Weeks 3–6: Sprint delivery — We implement the highest-value items first — Copilot governance, Power BI models, or SharePoint migration waves.
  • Weeks 7–12: Production hardening — Security hardening, user training, and knowledge transfer. Your team runs the solution when we leave.
  • Ongoing: Managed services — Optional Essentials, Advanced, or Enterprise tiers for 24/7 support and continuous optimization.

Other Microsoft services in Seattle, WA

Frequently asked questions

Does EPC Group serve Seattle, WA clients on-site?

Yes, EPC Group offers both remote and on-site consulting services in Washington. Our on-site visits include:

  • Discovery workshops
  • Architecture reviews
  • Production go-live support

Travel costs are included in our fixed-fee engagement pricing.

What AI consulting services does EPC Group provide in Seattle, WA?

We provide a range of services including:

  • Microsoft Copilot deployment
  • AI governance framework design
  • Azure OpenAI custom solutions
  • AI readiness assessments
  • vCAIO retainers
  • Microsoft 365 AI strategy

Our team serves organizations in Greater Seattle across all regulated industries.

How much does AI consulting cost in Seattle, WA?

Engagements are fixed-fee and fixed-scope; pricing is confirmed after a scoping call.

AI governance implementations vary in price, running from $100,000 to $300,000. The cost depends on the project's scope and compliance requirements.

Which industries does EPC Group serve in Greater Seattle?

Industries such as healthcare (HIPAA), financial services (SOC 2, FINRA), government (FedRAMP, CMMC), education (FERPA), manufacturing, legal, and technology are heavily regulated.

Compliance-first AI governance is crucial for these sectors in Washington. It serves as a key differentiator for organizations operating under strict regulations.

What is a vCAIO and how does it work?

vCAIO stands for Virtual Chief AI Officer. This service provides fractional AI leadership from EPC Group. It covers key areas such as:

  • Strategy
  • Governance
  • Copilot roadmap

This option allows you to access expert guidance without the cost of hiring a full-time C-suite executive.

vCAIO engagements are retainer-based and fixed-scope; pricing is confirmed after a scoping call.

Schedule a consultation in Seattle, WA

Talk to a Microsoft AI architect about your project. Call (888) 381-9725 or request a 30-minute discovery call.

Seattle AI consulting — Industry Spotlight + Microsoft Customer Patterns

Seattle enterprise AI buying patterns in 2026 are uniquely shaped by being the home market for Microsoft (Redmond) + Amazon (Seattle) + a substantial concentration of cloud + AI infrastructure operators + ISVs. Seattle enterprises typically have the deepest in-house Microsoft + AI expertise of any US metro — many client teams have ex-Microsoft engineers + architects on staff, direct Microsoft engineering relationships, and early access to Microsoft + Azure feature previews. The Washington state regulatory environment (Washington My Health My Data Act — the most rigorous state health-data privacy law in the United States, broader than HIPAA) layered with substantial Boeing + DoD aerospace + healthcare + retail concentration creates a distinctive regulatory + capability profile.

Cloud + tech + ISV AI partnership (Microsoft + Amazon + T-Mobile + Smartsheet + DocuSign + Tableau + thousands of ISVs)

Pattern: Seattle cloud + tech + ISV AI scope concentrates on partnership + co-architecture + early-preview adoption + ISV-customer Microsoft + AWS solution development. The engagement model is fundamentally different from generic Microsoft consulting because client teams typically have direct Microsoft + AWS engineering access. EPC Group Seattle engagement approach is built on partnership with these high-capability client teams: we focus on the architecture + governance + regulated-industry-specific scope that complements (rather than duplicates) client team capability.

Microsoft stack: Microsoft 365 + Copilot Studio + Azure OpenAI + Azure AI Foundry + GitHub Copilot Enterprise + Microsoft Fabric + Power BI + Azure ML in tenant-isolated configurations + explicit co-architecture + knowledge transfer model + Microsoft Purview for ISV-customer data segregation.

EPC Group Seattle proof point: EPC Group has shipped Microsoft + AI engagements for Seattle cloud + tech + ISV operators where the engagement explicitly complemented (rather than duplicated) high-capability internal Microsoft + AWS engineering teams. The work focused on regulated-industry-specific governance + multi-tenant ISV-customer data segregation + early-preview Microsoft + AI feature production-readiness assessment.

Aerospace + Boeing + DoD aerospace supplier AI

Pattern: Seattle aerospace AI scope concentrates on Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) HQ + Renton manufacturing + Everett + supplier ecosystem + Boeing Defense + DoD aerospace supplier subset. Use cases: engineering + design + manufacturing automation + supplier risk + quality + reliability + maintenance + safety management system integration. Regulatory overlay: CMMC 2.0 + NIST 800-171 + DFARS + (for some) FedRAMP + DoD IL5/IL6 + FAA + EASA airworthiness + safety management system documentation requirements.

Microsoft stack: Microsoft 365 GCC + GCC High for DoD-supplier subset + GitHub Copilot Enterprise for engineering + design + manufacturing + Azure ML for predictive maintenance + reliability + Microsoft Fabric for supplier risk + quality + Microsoft Purview for CUI + classified-adjacent governance + Microsoft Sentinel + Defender XDR.

EPC Group Seattle proof point: EPC Group has shipped Microsoft 365 + GCC + GCC High + GitHub Copilot Enterprise + Microsoft Fabric + Azure ML deployments for Seattle aerospace + Boeing + DoD aerospace supplier enterprises, with the CMMC 2.0 + NIST 800-171 + DFARS + FAA + EASA airworthiness + safety management system documented governance + audit trail required for production aerospace + DoD program use.

Washington healthcare + MHMDA-aware AI (UW Medicine + Providence + Swedish + Seattle Children's + Fred Hutch)

Pattern: Seattle healthcare AI scope concentrates on ambient documentation + clinical decision support governance + virtual nursing + cancer research AI + pediatric AI + genomics + clinical trial. Regulatory overlay: Washington My Health My Data Act (the most aggressive state health-data privacy law in the US, broader than HIPAA, covering non-HIPAA-covered entities + employment-related health data + app-based health data with explicit consent + sale prohibitions + geofencing restrictions + private right of action), HIPAA + HITRUST + (for research) FDA + 21 CFR Part 11 + IRB + (for cancer research) NIH + NCI.

Microsoft stack: Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare + Dragon Copilot + Azure AI Health Insights + Azure Health Data Services (FHIR + genomic) + Microsoft Purview with MHMDA-aligned + HIPAA-aligned sensitivity labels + Microsoft Defender XDR + Sentinel healthcare SOC + Microsoft 365 + SharePoint 21 CFR Part 11-compliant electronic records + signatures + audit trail.

EPC Group Seattle proof point: EPC Group has shipped Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare + ambient documentation + clinical decision support + MHMDA-aligned AI governance programs for Seattle + Pacific Northwest health systems, with the explicit MHMDA + HIPAA + HITRUST + FDA + 21 CFR Part 11 + IRB documented governance + consent + sale prohibition + geofencing reporting + private right of action defensible posture artifacts.

Seattle Engagement Pattern

A typical EPC Group Seattle AI engagement starts with a 2-week Microsoft + AWS Co-Architecture + MHMDA + DoD Regulatory Overlap assessment that maps the client's in-house Microsoft + AI capability + regulatory exposure simultaneously. The output is a prioritized governance + co-architecture backlog that recognizes client team capability + complements rather than duplicates it. Seattle engagements typically include explicit knowledge transfer + co-architecture model rather than the more typical consulting-deliverable handoff model.

Seattle Enterprise AI Outcomes

Seattle enterprise outcomes EPC Group has been measured against in the past 18 months: co-architected Microsoft + AWS deployments with client team capability + EPC governance overlay operational under 90 days; MHMDA-defensible health data + consent + geofencing infrastructure deployed for healthcare + tech + wellness clients; CMMC 2.0 + NIST 800-171 + DFARS + FAA + EASA aerospace + DoD governance operational for Boeing + aerospace supplier subset.

Microsoft + AI Consulting in Seattle — Local Market Context

Seattle is the headquarters market for two of the five largest US technology companies: Microsoft (Redmond) and Amazon (Seattle). The Seattle enterprise market is anchored by Microsoft + Amazon Web Services + Costco + Starbucks + T-Mobile US + Boeing (Commercial Airplanes division HQ + major manufacturing) + Weyerhaeuser + Nordstrom + Expedia Group + Zillow + Tableau (Salesforce) + Concur (SAP) + DocuSign + F5 Networks + Slack/Salesforce + Adobe + Avanade + Slalom + Smartsheet + Apptio (IBM) + thousands of Microsoft + AWS partner + ISV firms operating Pacific Northwest headquarters or major operations. The Washington state regulatory environment (Washington My Health My Data Act, Washington Privacy Act considerations, Washington AI procurement guidance) shapes Seattle enterprise Microsoft + AI deployments with health + privacy emphasis particular to the state.

Dominant Industries in Seattle

Regulatory + Compliance Environment

Washington My Health My Data Act (the most rigorous state health-data privacy law in the US, broader than HIPAA), Washington Information Disclosure Act, HIPAA + HITRUST (for major healthcare systems), CMMC 2.0 + NIST 800-171 + DFARS (for Boeing + Aerospace supply chain), FedRAMP (for federal contractor work)

EPC Group Seattle Engagement Pattern

EPC Group delivers in Seattle from our Texas headquarters via on-site + remote model. Seattle is the Microsoft + Amazon HQ market, which means Seattle enterprises typically have the deepest Microsoft (and AWS) technical expertise in-house of any US metro. EPC Group Seattle engagements are characterized by a partnership model with highly capable client teams, focused on the architecture + governance + regulated-industry scope that goes beyond commodity Microsoft consulting. We have shipped Microsoft 365 + Copilot governance + Power BI + Azure architecture + Microsoft Fabric engagements for Seattle healthcare + retail + aerospace + travel + financial services enterprises.

Seattle-Specific FAQs

How does EPC Group handle the Washington My Health My Data Act?

Washington My Health My Data Act is the most rigorous state health-data privacy law in the United States. It covers Consumer Health Data broader than HIPAA (including non-HIPAA-covered entities, employment-related health data, app-based health data), with explicit consent requirements + sale prohibitions + geofencing restrictions + private right of action. EPC Group Microsoft engagement designs for Seattle healthcare + tech + retail + wellness enterprises include MHMDA-aligned sensitivity labels via Microsoft Purview, MHMDA-compliant data subject request workflows, geofencing detection + reporting for in-scope wellness + activity tracking applications, and a privacy + consent framework that materially exceeds the federal HIPAA + state-MHMDA-only baselines.

What is unique about delivering Microsoft consulting in the Microsoft HQ market?

Seattle enterprises typically have substantially deeper in-house Microsoft expertise than any other US metro — many client teams have ex-Microsoft engineers + architects on staff, direct Microsoft engineering relationships, and early access to Microsoft + Azure feature previews. EPC Group Seattle engagement approach is built on partnership with these high-capability client teams: we focus on the architecture + governance + regulated-industry-specific scope that complements (rather than duplicates) client team capability, with explicit knowledge transfer + co-architecture model rather than the more typical consulting-deliverable handoff model.

Enterprise AI Consulting in Seattle, WA

Organizations across Seattle are adopting Microsoft Copilot, Azure OpenAI, and AI governance frameworks to transform operations. EPC Group, founded in 1997 and in its 30th year, brings Microsoft expertise to help Seattle enterprises implement AI responsibly — with compliance safeguards for HIPAA, SOC 2, and FedRAMP built into every engagement.

Microsoft Copilot Deployment

Our Copilot consulting covers readiness assessment, data preparation, pilot deployment, enterprise rollout, and governance. We ensure your Microsoft 365 environment is properly configured with sensitivity labels, DLP policies, and permission controls before Copilot accesses your data. Typical deployments take 6-12 weeks from assessment to enterprise-wide adoption.

AI Governance & Risk Management

Every AI implementation requires a governance framework. EPC Group deploys AI inventory systems, risk classification models, human-in-the-loop requirements, output validation protocols, and compliance mapping aligned to your industry regulations. Our Virtual CAIO (Chief AI Officer) service provides fractional AI leadership for organizations that need strategic guidance without a full-time executive hire.

Azure OpenAI & Custom AI Solutions

For organizations requiring custom AI capabilities beyond Copilot, we build RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) pipelines, fine-tuned models, and AI-powered applications on Azure OpenAI Service. All implementations include content safety filters, responsible AI guardrails, and enterprise-grade security controls.

200+
Enterprise AI implementations
29
Years Microsoft expertise
4x
Microsoft Press bestselling author
98%
Client satisfaction rate

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