Futurice named AI Finland strategic partner to accelerate generative AI adoption
As Finnish companies struggle to translate AI experimentation into measurable business outcomes, digital consultancy Futurice joins AI Finland’s strategic partnership programme supporting over 400 member organisations. The year-long collaboration will focus on generative AI deployment, combining in-person forums, working groups and practical use cases to accelerate adoption across industries.
Text by Martti Asikainen, 10.3.2026 | Photo by Adobe Stock Photos
Digital consultancy Futurice has been selected as one of AI Finland’s strategic partners for 2026, focusing on generative AI solutions for member organisations.
The partnership, announced on 25 February, positions Futurice amongst 12 strategic partners supporting AI Finland’s network of over 400 member organisations, including large enterprises, SMEs, startups, service providers and public sector entities.
Accelerating practical AI adoption
AI Finland’s strategic partnership programme responds to growing demand from member organisations for deeper, more practical support in turning AI ambitions into measurable business outcomes.
“AI is rapidly reshaping how organisations create value. Through our partnership with AI Finland, we want to help companies move from experimentation to scalable and responsible generative AI solutions that deliver measurable business impact,” said Riikka Vilminko-Heikkinen, Managing Director Nordics at Futurice.
Each strategic partner contributes expertise within a designated theme based on areas where member organisations have expressed specific needs. Futurice’s focus on generative AI reflects the technology’s potential to transform digital services, productivity and business models.
“For us, generative AI is not a trend. It is a shift in how digital services are imagined, built and scaled,” the company stated. “The biggest value comes from connecting generative AI to business strategy, customer needs and everyday workflows.”
Comprehensive support programme
Throughout 2026, AI Finland will host three AI Finland Forum events across multiple channels, combining in-person gatherings, online participation and regional satellite events. Strategic partners will lead practical focus groups designed to maximise peer learning.
Materials and insights generated in these sessions will be shared across the member network, ensuring concrete tools and actionable learnings for all participants.
“Strategic partnership is first and foremost a commitment to supporting our members through high-level expertise, close collaboration and systematic ecosystem development,” said Jenni Porvari, Community Manager at AI Finland. “Futurice brings strong capabilities in generative AI and digital transformation, and we are excited to deepen learning across organisations together.”
Building Finland's AI ecosystem
AI Finland was established in March 2024 as part of Technology Industries of Finland’s €13.2M investment in artificial intelligence. The network’s mission is to accelerate AI adoption, application and development across Finland’s business landscape whilst strengthening the global position of Finnish AI expertise.
Futurice brings experience working at the intersection of strategy, design, data and software development. The company emphasises connecting generative AI to business strategy rather than isolated pilots, aiming for solutions that enhance productivity, unlock new service models and strengthen long-term competitiveness.
“Finland has strong technological expertise and a culture of collaboration. Now is the time to turn that foundation into a practical advantage,” Vilminko-Heikkinen said.
The strategic partnership programme aims to help organisations not only adopt generative AI, but use it to create lasting value through responsible innovation and practical knowledge sharing.
AI Finland is a national industry network representing over 400 organisations across sectors. The network provides working groups, use case libraries, and knowledge-sharing platforms to help members move from AI pilots to scalable solutions delivering measurable results. Learn more here.
