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North Star Software helps reduce CAPEX by identifying legacy workflows and unlocking value with AI.

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Three Ways We Work With You

Every engagement starts with understanding your specific regulatory context and AI risk exposure.

AI Risk Audit

$8,000

5 Days | Fixed Scope

A comprehensive diagnostic of your organization's AI data posture, compliance gaps, and risk exposure. You receive a detailed findings report with prioritized recommendations.

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Advisory Retainer

$12,000+ / month

AI Consultant

Ongoing strategic guidance, vendor evaluation, policy development, and regulatory preparation. Like having a senior AI advisor on staff without the full-time commitment.

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Private Infrastructure Build

$150,000+

Custom Scope

When your organization needs AI capabilities that never touch external infrastructure. Full design, deployment, and operationalization of private AI systems.

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What Happens When Your Regulator Asks?

The questions regulated organizations face about AI — and the answers that matter

The QuestionWhat regulators and counsel ask
Cloud AIVendor-hosted solutions
Private AIYour infrastructure
Where does patient/client data go during AI processing?Unknown — multi-hop routingYour server. Auditable.
Who has access to your AI training data?Vendor + subprocessorsOnly your team
Can you produce a complete data flow audit?Vendor attestation onlyYes, within hours
What happens when a vendor changes their data policy?You comply or migrateNo vendor dependency
Is privileged information exposed to third parties?PotentiallyImpossible by architecture
Can you prove compliance to HIPAA/SOC2/FINRA auditors?Vendor promisesPhysical evidence + audit trails

Latest Insights

Research, analysis, and guidance for regulated organizations navigating AI adoption

The Massive CAPEX Opportunity: How Agentic AI Teams Are Revolutionizing Business
AI Governance

February 25, 2026

The Massive CAPEX Opportunity: How Agentic AI Teams Are Revolutionizing Business

Legacy workflows lock capital in depreciating assets. Agentic AI teams—autonomous, goal-oriented agents that collaborate like digital employees—offer 30-60% CAPEX reductions, faster time-to-value, and scalable operations that grow with your business.

By NorthStar Software TeamRead More →
How to Evaluate AI Infrastructure Costs Before Your CFO Asks
AI Governance

November 19, 2025

How to Evaluate AI Infrastructure Costs Before Your CFO Asks

The total economics of AI infrastructure over five years reveal a surprising picture. We break down the real costs — cloud vs. owned — so you can make an informed decision before your finance team starts asking questions.

By NorthStar Software TeamRead More →
Four Regulated Industries Rethinking Cloud AI — And the Questions They're Asking
AI Governance

November 19, 2025

Four Regulated Industries Rethinking Cloud AI — And the Questions They're Asking

Healthcare systems, financial institutions, defense contractors, and law firms share a common requirement: absolute certainty about data location and access. Here's how they're evaluating their AI posture.

By NorthStar Software TeamRead More →
AI Vendor Lock-In: What Your Organization Should Know Before Signing
AI Governance

November 18, 2025

AI Vendor Lock-In: What Your Organization Should Know Before Signing

Remember when everyone built on Google Maps API, then pricing changed overnight? The same dynamics are emerging in enterprise AI. Here's how to evaluate vendor dependency and protect your organization's flexibility.

By NorthStar Software TeamRead More →
How to Audit Your AI Data Posture Before Your Regulator Does
AI Governance

November 3, 2025

How to Audit Your AI Data Posture Before Your Regulator Does

A single AI query can touch infrastructure across multiple jurisdictions. For regulated organizations, understanding where your data travels — and being able to prove it to auditors — is no longer optional.

By NorthStar Software TeamRead More →
Is Your AI Vendor Training on Your Data? How to Find Out
AI Governance

October 15, 2025

Is Your AI Vendor Training on Your Data? How to Find Out

Every interaction with cloud-based AI creates a digital trail of your organization's proprietary knowledge. Here's how to evaluate what your vendor is actually doing with your data — and what to do about it.

By NorthStar Software TeamRead More →
The $1.5B Anthropic Settlement: What It Means for Your Organization's AI Strategy
AI Governance

September 26, 2025

The $1.5B Anthropic Settlement: What It Means for Your Organization's AI Strategy

Anthropic's landmark copyright settlement raises critical questions about AI training data liability. Here's what regulated organizations need to understand about their exposure — and how to evaluate your risk.

By NorthStar Software TeamRead More →
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