Westlake Business Services

Build business systems that stay reliable as complexity grows.

I help organisations connect fragmented platforms, deploy AI into operational workflows, and deliver software with the level of governance demanded by regulated environments.

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Core services

Systems Architecture and Integration

Design and implementation of robust data and workflow architecture between critical platforms.

  • API and middleware strategy
  • Data model and process design
  • Cloud and operational reliability planning

AI Workflow Implementation

Practical LLM and automation deployment within real business processes, not isolated prototypes.

  • Private knowledge and retrieval design
  • Structured document and insight workflows
  • Guardrails, logging, and output quality controls

Regulated Software Delivery Support

Engineering practices shaped by quality-led development, documentation discipline, and auditability.

  • Requirements traceability support
  • Documentation and change control workflows
  • Security-aware implementation patterns

Who this is for

WBS is a strong fit for leadership teams that need technical delivery to support commercial growth, governance, and operational clarity.

  • Founder-led businesses scaling beyond manual workarounds
  • Teams introducing AI into customer-facing or operational systems
  • Organisations operating in compliance-led sectors
  • Programmes where architecture quality impacts risk and delivery speed

Working style

Engagements are direct, technical, and outcome-focused. Decisions are documented early, interfaces are defined clearly, and delivery is prioritised around stable operational outcomes.

Delivery approach

  1. 1. Discovery and constraints

    Map current systems, risks, quality requirements, and delivery priorities.

  2. 2. Architecture blueprint

    Define target workflows, interfaces, data flows, and governance controls.

  3. 3. Build and integration

    Implement iteratively with testing, observability, and documented decisions.

  4. 4. Handover and evolution

    Provide operational guidance so internal teams can maintain and extend confidently.

About Sam Westlake

My background combines software engineering with hands-on experience building and operating businesses. That mix helps bridge strategic priorities with implementation detail, especially when projects span architecture, AI, and regulated delivery requirements.

Based in Poole, Dorset, I work with organisations across the UK and support teams that want dependable, maintainable systems rather than short-lived technical fixes.

For broader background, writing, and other work, visit samwestlake.co.uk.

Common questions

Do you work on one-off builds or ongoing delivery?

Both. Engagements can be scoped as focused architecture projects or longer-term delivery support.

Can you work with an existing internal engineering team?

Yes. Most projects are collaborative and designed to strengthen existing team capability.

How do you approach AI in regulated or quality-led environments?

By defining controls and data boundaries first, then implementing AI where it improves outcomes.

Do you only support organisations in Dorset?

No. WBS is based in Poole and works remotely with teams across the UK.

Discuss your project

If you need stronger systems architecture, practical AI integration, or compliance-aware software delivery, get in touch and outline your goals.

westlakebusinessservices@gmail.com

Based in Poole, Dorset. Serving organisations across the UK.