Key facts

  • Start with the free AI Act exposure check — a few minutes, no obligation.
  • Full readiness assessment typically takes 5–7 days.
  • Remediation is scoped and prioritised, not a blanket one-size-fits-all package.
  • Founder-led: direct access to the person doing the work, not handed off to a large team.
  • Outcomes: a completed AI inventory, risk classifications, policies and a board-reportable remediation plan.

The problem

Most UK and EU businesses know the EU AI Act applies to them in some way but do not know exactly where, how much it will cost to comply, or where to start. Generic legal guidance does not answer that; a structured assessment does.

What the service includes

An initial exposure check to indicate your likely risk areas, followed by a full readiness assessment: an AI inventory of every system you build, buy or use, risk classification against the Act's tiers, a gap analysis against the obligations that apply, and a prioritised remediation roadmap covering policies, governance and evidence.

How it works

1. Exposure check. Free, a few minutes, gives an initial read on your exposure.

2. Readiness assessment. Typically 5–7 days: inventory, classification, gap analysis.

3. Remediation plan. Prioritised, proportionate actions with owners and timelines.

4. Ongoing support. Available on retainer or as-needed as obligations evolve, particularly around Article 50 (2 Aug 2026) and high-risk deadlines.

Why work with AI Act Ready

No consultant padding — work is scoped to what you actually need, delivered directly, with clear, jargon-free outputs your board and buyers can use as evidence. Get in touch or start with the free exposure check.

Frequently asked questions

How do I start with EU AI Act compliance?

Take a free exposure check, build an AI inventory, classify each system, then prioritise a remediation plan.

How much does EU AI Act compliance cost?

It scales with your AI footprint and risk; most SMEs start with a low-cost assessment, then a proportionate remediation plan.

How long does it take to get AI Act ready?

An indicative check takes minutes; a full readiness assessment typically 5 to 7 days; remediation runs over weeks to months depending on scope.

Do I need a consultant for AI compliance?

Not always, but expert help speeds classification, avoids over-engineering and produces buyer-ready evidence.

How does AI Act Ready help?

Practical, founder-led assessment and remediation — clear classification, buyer-ready evidence and proportionate governance, without consultant padding.

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Last updated 19 June 2026.