Frequently asked questions
Before we talk.
The first call is for understanding the work, not forcing a packaged solution.
What kind of work can Okou automate?
Work that crosses tools, requires context, and follows a repeatable operating pattern is usually a strong candidate. Common examples include research, intake and triage, meeting preparation, follow-up drafting, reporting, monitoring, content operations, and repository workflows.
Can you work with our existing tools?
Yes. Okou connects to 4,000+ services, including common communication, CRM, engineering, content, and productivity tools. We review the exact systems and permissions your workflow needs during discovery.
What does private deployment mean here?
It begins with your requirements: hosting boundary, network access, model access, data handling, auditability, and operational ownership. We work with your security and infrastructure teams to define the viable deployment architecture before committing to a scope.
What is the first engagement?
We normally start by selecting one high-value workflow, mapping the current process, and agreeing on what a successful working version must do. The resulting scope is specific to your stack and review requirements.
Who controls credentials and external actions?
Your organization does. Permissions, approval points, and allowed actions are part of the workflow design. Okou injects credentials at the network layer so agent code does not receive raw tokens, and each run remains auditable.
Do we need an engineering team to get started?
Not for the initial process review. For private deployment, custom infrastructure, or complex internal integrations, we will involve the appropriate security, IT, or engineering owners before implementation.