Innovation in Harmony with the EU AI Act

Strategies for the Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Business

The EU AI Act as a Strategic Turning Point

Since February 2025, the EU AI Act has been in force as a binding legal framework. This raises a crucial question for many companies: how can they leverage innovative AI technologies without violating regulatory requirements? The AI Act sets out concrete obligations for high-risk applications – including transparent documentation, risk assessments, and protective measures. Businesses must now take a strategic approach to using AI responsibly and in full compliance with the law.

The legislation not only defines clear boundaries but also creates an opportunity to build trust – with customers, partners, and employees alike. In an increasingly data-driven market, responsible innovation is becoming a key success factor.

Microsoft’s Approach: Governance Meets Technology

Microsoft responded early to the demands of the EU AI Act. Through a combination of technical safeguards, internal governance, and extensive documentation, Microsoft ensures that solutions like Azure AI and Microsoft 365 Copilot meet the new legal standards. The company-wide Responsible AI Standard (Version 2) serves as the foundation for all AI initiatives – complemented by measures such as red-teaming, content safety services, and role-based access controls.

A crucial aspect of this is the principle of “shared responsibility”: while Microsoft provides the technological and organizational framework, it is up to the customers to implement and oversee the specific use cases. This is exactly where evoila comes in – supporting organizations with hands-on implementation and guidance.

How evoila Supports Implementation in a Business Context

In our daily work with clients – particularly in finance, insurance, and utilities – we see a growing demand for structured support. Our approach is based on a multi-layered model that connects technological implementation with organizational governance.

At the core are four key elements:

• Risk-based assessment of AI use cases, including impact assessments and use-case categorization
• Deployment of proven tools, such as Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager and Azure AI Content Safety
• Training and enablement to raise awareness of the new regulatory requirements among decision-makers and business units
• Continuous adaptation based on the latest Microsoft standards and interpretations of the law

Unser Ziel ist es, Unternehmen nicht nur in der technischen Einführung von KI zu begleiten, sondern sie auch dabei zu unterstützen, langfristig eine belastbare Governance-Struktur zu etablieren.

Conclusion: Compliance as a Driver of Innovation

The EU AI Act is not a barrier, but a catalyst for structured, trustworthy and future-proof work with AI. Companies that invest in compliance, governance and transparent processes at an early stage not only ensure regulatory conformity – they also strengthen their innovative power and competitiveness.

At evoila, we see Modern Work not just as a technical transformation, but as an interplay of technology, responsibility and cultural change. The EU AI Act requires precisely this interplay – and thus offers the opportunity to put digitalization on a new, resilient footing.

Do you want to make your AI strategy secure and future-proof?

We are happy to support you – from the initial risk analysis to the long-term establishment of responsible governance.

Please contact Anastasios Ntaflos directly at antaflos@evoila.com – we look forward to working with you on the path to a sustainable AI future!