Step 7- Making the Right Call – Build or Buy?
Every AI initiative eventually reaches this fork in the road:-
Should we build it ourselves — or partner with a vendor?
This decision isn’t just about technology. It’s about risk, control, cost, speed, and long-term capability.
In Step 7, we help you make this choice strategically — not reactively.
Why This Step Matters
The Build vs. Buy decision is often made in silos, based on assumptions, or under time pressure.
The result? Solutions that don’t scale, underperforming tools, or excessive reliance on vendors.
We help you avoid those traps by evaluating:-
👉 Business needs and internal capabilities
👉 Solution maturity and alignment
👉 Total cost of ownership
👉 Vendor strength and roadmap
👉 Strategic control and IP value
What's included in Step 7 ?
✅ Build / Buy Decision Framework
– Assess internal skills, infrastructure, and readiness to build
– Evaluate the business case for external platforms or services
– Hybrid approaches also considered where relevant
✅ Vendor & Solution Evaluation
– Market scan of viable vendors, aligned to your use cases
– Comparative assessment of features, integrations, pricing
– Risk, compliance, and data considerations embedded
✅ Proof of Concept (POC) Execution
– Hands-on testing to validate capability and business fit
– Technical due diligence and user validation
✅ Use Case Inventory Alignment
– Each AI use case is mapped to potential solution delivery options
– Clarity on which use cases should be built, bought, or blended
✅ Final Vendor Selection & Agreement
– Supported decision-making process with stakeholders
– Commercial negotiations and contracting support
– Definition of SLAs, onboarding plan, and integration support
✅ Consultant Support Throughout
– Expert guidance across technical, procurement, and commercial aspects
– Stakeholder alignment and governance oversight
What you will walk away with !
👉 A structured, confident Build/Buy decision for each AI initiative
👉 Evaluated, tested, and validated vendor options
👉 A clear understanding of internal vs. external capabilities
👉 Contractuals agreed and delivery plans in place
👉 Reduced delivery risk and enhanced speed-to-value
Let’s Make This a Strategic Choice — Not a Guess?
📅 Book a session with our AI consultants to evaluate your next move. Whether you build, buy, or blend — we’ll help you do it with confidence.
Let’s future-proof your AI investment
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