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For CEOs & Managers

Feeling overwhelmed? We navigate you safely through the AI make-or-buy dilemma!

Build or buy? We'll find the right solution for you.

AI Management Consultant
  • Find the right AI vendors – We research, vet, and validate options for you.
  • Ask the right questions – We screen AI providers in calls and test for real value.
  • Avoid costly mistakes – We compare vendor solutions vs. in-house development.
  • Make AI work in production – We ensure any AI investment is scalable and reliable.
  • Acting in your interests - We are there to support your goals and interests
CHALLENGE ANALYSIS

The AI Make-or-Buy Dilemma

No apportioning of blame - deciding whether to develop your own AI solution or buy it in as a ready-made solution is no easy task. How should this fundamental question be answered when, at the same time, every effort is being made to position the company for the future and pursue visionary goals?

The focus is on innovation and growth - yet the make-or-buy question often leads to uncertainty, doubt and sleepless nights. Clear, reliable decision-making aids are required - a tailor-made solution that shows the way and guides investments in a targeted manner.

Typical challenges:

  • Unclear Business Case for AILack of clarity on how AI can drive business value, leading to uncertainty about whether to develop internally or buy externally.
  • Scalability & Production ReadinessMany AI tools work well in proof-of-concept but fail in real-world deployment due to data, infrastructure, or performance issues.
  • Vendor Hype vs. RealityAI vendors overpromise and underdeliver, making it difficult to separate real innovation from marketing buzz.
  • Security & Compliance RisksExternal AI vendors may not meet industry security standards, introducing compliance risks for GDPR, HIPAA, or financial regulations.
  • Lack of Internal AI ExpertiseMany organizations lack the technical knowledge to properly evaluate AI vendors or oversee internal AI development.
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Our Methodology

How will work together

Our structured consulting approach ensures your AI strategy aligns seamlessly with your business objectives.

1

Partnership and Understanding

We collaborate closely with your team to:

Understand your business

Your goals, challenges, and strategic direction.

Clarify your requirements

Defining precise AI needs and expected outcomes.

Assess your in-house capabilities

Evaluating existing technical resources, skill levels, and readiness.

2

Joint or Independent Assessment

Together, we systematically evaluate:

AI Vendors

Researching, shortlisting, and analyzing credible AI solution providers based on strategic alignment, technical capabilities, past performance, and ease of integration.

AI Agencies

Assessing specialized service providers who can support or augment your AI initiatives.

3

Validation and Comparison

We provide an independent, unbiased review of the selected solutions by:

Compare options

Comparing the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of internal development versus external AI vendor solutions.

Validate technical aspects

Validating technical depth, scalability, and integration ease to ensure comprehensive and future-proof decision-making.

4

Decision Support and ROI Definition

We guide you through critical decision-making by:

Define ROI expectations

Clearly defining ROI expectations, considering immediate value and long-term strategic implications.

Select the optimal path

Ensuring you select the optimal path—whether building in-house capabilities, partnering externally, or combining both—for sustained AI excellence.

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AI Experts & Veterans

Profit from our experience to make the best decisions

We've seen numerous technologies, solutions, and vendors rise and fall. We've negotiated partnerships, shared insights, and successfully implemented artificial intelligence solutions. Leverage our extensive experience in artificial intelligence to confidently navigate your decisions and avoid costly mistakes.

AI Deployments – On-Premise & Cloud

We have years of experience across every kind of AI deployment. As early adopters, we've implemented AI across diverse environments—from secure, on-premise infrastructures to scalable, cloud-native solutions. Our deep expertise spans countless deployment scenarios, ensuring we guide you to the right setup for your needs.

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Pioneers Since the Early CNN Era

We’ve been here since the very beginning of deep learning. Our journey began alongside breakthrough moments like AlexNet and Inception v2. With years of hands-on experience, we’ve grown alongside the evolution of convolutional neural networks and applied them in production before most even started experimenting.

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Leading the Charge in Generative AI

We stay ahead so you can move forward with confidence. Our internal teams are deeply invested in GenAI—experimenting, building, and testing at the edge of what’s possible. We translate that experience into practical guidance, helping our partners make forward-looking, confident decisions in an ever-changing landscape.

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Make the Right AI Investment Decision Today

Don't let AI vendor hype guide your investment decisions. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your specific needs and get expert advice on whether to build in-house or partner with vendors.

A wrong AI investment decision can lead to wasted resources and failed implementations. Let us help you make the right choice.

nAIxt Technologies AI Management Consulting Team

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