From Beachhead to Breakthrough: How To Start Smart and Scale Fast with AI
You probably think that getting started with AI needs a massive strategy. It doesn’t.
At Hypergen, we’ve seen it time and time again—organisations know AI is important, but they don’t know where to begin. That’s why we created the Three Bs: Beachhead, Boost, Breakthrough. It’s a simple framework that helps teams move from hesitation to momentum.
Beachhead is all about starting small.
We often find that the biggest blocker isn’t technology - it’s confidence. That’s where Beachhead comes in. These are low-risk, high-accessibility ideas that can be implemented quickly and deliver immediate value. They’re not always the most transformative, but they’re important because they get you moving.
One client ran an AI Accelerate workshop with us and surfaced 40+ ideas. Some weren’t high-value, but they were simple fixes - like automating repetitive tasks or surfacing key information faster.
These ideas are perfect Beachhead candidates. They are easy to implement, improve daily productivity, and give the team a sense of what business-grade AI can actually do.
We often use our Information Assistant Accelerator on Copilot to deliver these Beachhead wins. It’s fast, thoroughly tested, and gives teams a tangible result with minimal effort. Once they see it working, the conversation shifts from “should we use AI?” to “what else can we do with it?”
Boost is where things get interesting.
This is where we help clients rethink existing workflows. These are processes already in place that, with a bit of AI, can be significantly improved. Think smarter document handling, better CRM updates, or faster decision support.
One client we’re working with started in Boost - automating an internal process. But as we dug deeper, they realised that with a few tweaks, the solution could actually become a Breakthrough. That’s the magic of Boost: it’s not just about efficiency, it’s about uncovering hidden potential.
Breakthrough is the transformation zone.
These are the ideas that fundamentally change how a business operates. They’re often born from Boost initiatives that evolve. They might involve multimodal AI, custom agents, or vision-based compliance tools. They’re not just enhancements, they can be game-changers.
But here’s the thing: you don’t usually get to Breakthrough without Beachhead.
That’s why our AI Accelerate workshop is structured to guide teams through this journey. We start with workshops that demystify AI, help teams identify opportunities, and build proof-of-value prototypes. We don’t just talk—we build. Days, not months.
So if you’re stuck wondering where to begin, start with the Three Bs. Find your Beachhead. Build your Boost. And unlock your Breakthrough.