Question 1

What is OpenClaw?

Accepted Answer

OpenClaw is a free, open-source AI assistant that runs on your own computer. Unlike ChatGPT or other cloud services where your data goes to someone else's servers, OpenClaw runs locally on your Mac. You message it through Telegram, WhatsApp, or Discord, and it can do real tasks: draft emails, manage your calendar, research competitors, automate admin work, and more.

Question 2

Can't I just install OpenClaw myself for free?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. OpenClaw is open-source and the documentation is solid. But the installation is only about 20% of what this service delivers. The real value is in the custom configuration for your specific business, the AI model strategy, and especially the 2-4 hour 1-on-1 training session where you learn how to actually use AI effectively.

Question 3

What hardware do I need?

Accepted Answer

Any Mac with Apple Silicon (M1 chip or newer). This includes Mac Mini, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac Pro, or iMac. A Mac Mini is the most popular choice because it's small, quiet, energy-efficient, and can run 24/7.

Question 4

What are the ongoing costs after setup?

Accepted Answer

OpenClaw itself is free. Your only ongoing cost is the AI model API usage, where you pay providers like Anthropic or OpenAI directly based on how much you use the assistant. For most small businesses, this is $5-50 per month. There are no monthly fees to CE Solutions.

Question 5

Is my data private?

Accepted Answer

OpenClaw runs on YOUR hardware. Your conversations and business data never pass through CE Solutions or any third-party platform. The only data that leaves your machine is the messages you send to the AI model providers.

Question 6

Do you come to me?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The on-site training session is held at your location in Brisbane or Gold Coast. If you're outside SEQ, or prefer remote, we can do the entire engagement via video call and remote desktop.

Question 7

Can I have multiple AI agents for different tasks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Inside OpenClaw, you can configure multiple specialist agents, each with their own identity, instructions, and business context. For example, one for content creation, another for ad copy, one as an executive assistant, and another handling finance queries.

Question 8

What if I need help after the 30-day support period?

Accepted Answer

Ongoing support is available at $180/hour + GST. Most clients find they're self-sufficient after the first month, but help is always available if you need it.

Question 9

What messaging apps does OpenClaw support?

Accepted Answer

Telegram, WhatsApp, Discord, Slack, Signal, iMessage, Google Chat, Microsoft Teams, and many more, with over 20 platforms supported in total. We'll configure whichever channels work best for you during setup.

Question 10

I'm not technical at all. Is this for me?

Accepted Answer

That's exactly who this service is designed for. Once setup is complete, you interact with your AI assistant by sending it messages, just like texting a colleague. The training session is specifically designed to get non-technical people confident and operational.

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