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When an organization decides to modernize its digital infrastructure, implementing a corporate intranet with an internal marketplace often emerges as one of the most transformative solutions. However, the cost of such projects varies enormously depending on multiple factors. Understanding what determines the final price is essential for planning an investment with measurable return.
The first aspect that influences the price is the functional scope: a basic platform for publishing documents and sharing news is not the same as a complete ecosystem that integrates an internal service catalog, automated provisioning, intelligent search, and workflows connected to ERP or CRM systems. The greater the depth of the marketplace — understood as a space where employees can request resources, approve budgets, or access training — the more technical complexity and, therefore, more investment it will require.
Another determining factor is the level of customization. Many companies start with standard solutions but discover they need custom applications to adapt to their unique internal processes. Custom software allows aligning the intranet with the organizational culture but implies more detailed design, development of specific interfaces, and integration testing. Q2BSTUDIO approaches this phase with a discovery analysis where current workflows, systemic dependencies, and operational constraints are mapped, ensuring that each functionality provides real value.
Integration with legacy systems is another major budget determinant. Companies already operating with SAP, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics, Salesforce, HubSpot, or SharePoint need their intranet to communicate bidirectionally with those platforms. This requires robust connectors and, in many cases, the use of AWS and Azure cloud services to ensure scalability and availability. Additionally, if the organization handles sensitive data, cybersecurity becomes a pillar: authentication layers, encryption, audit logs, and regulatory compliance such as GDPR are required. Q2BSTUDIO incorporates secure VPN tunnels and private endpoints in Azure to protect communications between artificial intelligence and on-premise systems.
Precisely, artificial intelligence is now a key differentiator in modern intranets. AI-powered internal search engines, virtual assistants, and automated approval flows drastically reduce processing times. But implementing AI for businesses securely requires specialized knowledge: from configuring RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) to deploying private language models. This is where AI agents come into play, capable of autonomously executing complex tasks within the internal marketplace. Integrating business intelligence services such as Power BI also allows visualizing real-time indicators and making informed decisions.
The hosting model and governance also affect the price. Some companies choose public cloud infrastructure, others require private clouds or hybrid environments. Q2BSTUDIO evaluates each case to recommend the most cost-effective and secure option, including the possibility for the client to manage AI autonomously through a customized web portal where they can configure prompts, monitor costs, and operate without relying on engineering for every change.
Finally, the implementation timeline directly impacts the initial outlay. A minimum viable product (MVP) can be delivered in four to eight weeks, while a full deployment with all integrations and testing can extend from two to four months. Typical investment ranges vary between 5,000 and 60,000 euros, although more complex projects — especially those incorporating advanced artificial intelligence with Azure AI Foundry and secure connectivity — can exceed 40,000 euros. Return on investment is usually achieved within six to twelve months, thanks to reduced manual work, improved cycle times, and the unification of scattered tools.
Ultimately, the price of an intranet with an internal marketplace is not a fixed number, but rather a reflection of the strategic decisions each company makes regarding customization, integration, security, and AI capabilities. Q2BSTUDIO, as a technology partner, conducts transparent scoping workshops where each budget item is linked to the tangible value it will generate, ensuring that the investment is aligned with expected results.
