How NICKI ASI Works
NICKI ASI is one intelligence layer that links vision, consultation, inventory, and memory. It supports the way professionals work in real time.
NICKI Neural Integrated Color Knowledge Intelligence.
ASI Alternative Salon Intelligence.
The Flow
Every consultation follows a consistent sequence: capture what’s present, interpret the behavior, recommend within constraints, then store the outcome so the next visit is stronger.
Capabilities
Each capability connects back into the same intelligence layer.
Vision
Reads level, tone direction, and underlying warmth with measurable color science.
- Accounts for lighting and environment
- Multi-space color reasoning (RGB, LAB, HSV)
- Supports perception under time pressure
Formulation
Recommends steps and formulas based on the hair, the goal, and what’s available.
- Inventory-aware recommendations
- Correction-aware reasoning for drift and unevenness
- Communication that can be technical or simplified
Inventory
Tracks product down to the gram so recommendations stay grounded.
- Real-time usage deduction
- Low-stock alerts and reorder forecasting
- Living Color Bar visibility
Client + Stylist Memory
Stores understanding across visits, not just appointments.
- Client history, outcomes, and fade patterns
- Stylist preferences and tendencies
- Improves over weeks through real usage
Assist
Responds in the mode you need: mentor, expert, calm, or strategic.
- Optional voice interface when configured
- Honest limitation handling when something is unavailable
- Built for professionals, not consumers