About

A consulting practice focused on design, engineering, automation, and AI.

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Principal

Ari Zade

Ari is a design engineer and prototyper with a decade of experience across software, product, and fabrication. As the founder and principal consultant at Arithmetic, he works with founders and organizations to move ideas from concept to working product — spanning mobile apps, AI tooling, physical hardware, and everything in between. He is based in Brooklyn.

How we work

Structured engagement, direct collaboration, clear outcomes.

  1. 1

    Understand

    Clarify goals, constraints, and success criteria. No solution before the problem is defined.

  2. 2

    Scope

    Define deliverables, timeline, and engagement model. Fit the approach to the need.

  3. 3

    Execute

    Hands-on delivery with clear communication. You work directly with our team.

  4. 4

    Transfer

    Documentation, handoff, and optional ongoing support. You keep full ownership.

Work together

For new engagements or advisory—get in touch.