Paris, France — June 11, 2025 — At this year’s VivaTech conference in Paris, Farpoint President and CTO Ryan Monsurate joined an expert panel to discuss Canada’s growing stature as a global hub for applied AI. Titled “Canada: AI’s Northern Powerhouse—From Research to Commercialization,” the session spotlighted Canada’s unique position at the intersection of talent, innovation, and strategic sovereignty—and how companies like Farpoint are helping global enterprises harness that advantage.

Speaking alongside industry leaders and moderated by Julien Billot, CEO of Scale AI, Monsurate offered an insider’s view on what it takes to move AI from research to real-world value. Drawing on Farpoint’s experience advising large organizations across North America, Europe, and Asia, he outlined both the promise and the practical barriers to scaling AI responsibly.

“Farpoint was built to help enterprises escape the ‘proof-of-concept trap,’” Monsurate said. “We bring deep systems design, implementation expertise, and cross-functional alignment to make AI adoption stick—not just at the prototype level, but in core business operations.”

During the panel, Monsurate tackled five pressing questions:

What makes Farpoint’s AI services unique in the global ecosystem?‍

Farpoint focuses on aligning AI strategy with business value, bridging the gap between innovation and infrastructure.

• What’s the hardest part of building scalable AI—and how do you overcome it?
• He emphasized that the biggest challenge isn’t technical—it’s organizational. Successful AI requires breaking down silos, investing in internal capabilities, and building systems that integrate responsibly with legacy environments.
• How has Canada’s AI ecosystem supported Farpoint’s growth?
• Monsurate credited Canada’s talent pool and the collaborative environment enabled by groups like Scale AI, which have helped Farpoint stay at the cutting edge of applied AI.
• Why should international firms invest in Canadian AI right now?
• In an increasingly fragmented geopolitical climate, Canada represents a stable, innovation-rich ally for companies seeking trustworthy and privacy-respecting AI partners.
• How can international companies adopt AI while preserving data sovereignty?
• Monsurate argued that choosing Canadian AI firms allows organizations to retain more control over their infrastructure, data flows, and ethical alignment—without compromising on quality or innovation.

Farpoint’s participation in VivaTech underscores the company’s growing influence as a strategic partner for enterprise AI. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Farpoint's team is ready to engage clients across any industry sectors and help lead firms in turning AI from an aspiration into a competitive advantage.