Perspective for what comes next.

Market opportunity is only one part of an expansion decision. Assess customer demand alongside recruitment, administrative capacity, local partners and compliance coordination. A staged plan makes responsibilities clear before resources are committed.

Start with an inventory of how AI is used across your business. Clarify ownership, data handling, human oversight and supplier responsibilities. Requirements under the EU AI Act depend on the system, use case and your role; specialist assessment should inform implementation.

Define scope, decision rights, escalation routes and reporting before handing over a business function. External capacity should strengthen your operating model, not create ambiguity. Keep internal accountability clear and review the arrangement as priorities change.