ROI Calculator for AI Automation
Calculate in seconds how AI reduces your costs and grows your revenue.
Understanding Your AI ROI
The calculator below quantifies two primary value drivers from AI automation. The first focuses on reducing labor costs by automating repetitive knowledge work and minimizing rework. The second models how teams can increase output with the same headcount, expanding margins and enabling growth without proportional cost increases.
Both calculation methods use conservative assumptions grounded in real client data from our projects, not industry benchmarks. Understanding your specific ROI helps align internal stakeholders on the investment case and demonstrates measurable business impact beyond technology adoption.
How It Works
The calculator offers two complementary approaches to modeling AI impact. Select the method that best aligns with your business model and strategic priorities. Both use real-world assumptions derived from our client work, ranging from high-volume standardized processing to complex knowledge-intensive workflows.
Save Costs
- Estimates labor savings from automating repetitive knowledge work
- Includes the compounding effect of reduced rework
- Models project cost at 15% of annual savings (min. EUR 12K)
Earn More
- Calculates AI-driven throughput gains as margin expansion
- Accounts for cost structure shift between fixed and variable expenses
- Same team, more output, better unit economics
Helm & NagelConservative by design
- Automation rates: 60% (complex workflows) to 95% (standardized processing)
- Based on real client engagement data, not benchmarks
- Project costs reflect typical mid-market engagement sizes
Real Results from Our Clients
Our approach is validated by recent engagements with leading mid-market and enterprise organizations across key sectors. Here are three representative examples demonstrating the cost savings and revenue expansion dynamics outlined above.
Cargologic AG
85% automation rate in freight logistics document processing. The company reduced manual handling time from hours to minutes per shipment, accelerating order fulfillment and reducing operational bottlenecks.
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Assekuranzservice AG
70% faster initial processing through intelligent document classification in insurance. This speed improvement enabled the team to handle higher claim volumes without adding headcount.
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VSB Gruppe
80% time savings in technical reporting through automated data extraction in energy operations. The company redirected analyst time from manual data entry to higher-value strategic work.
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