0–6 Months
Compliance Foundation
Key Deliverables
- Establish minimal closed-loop compliance framework
- Core documentation and policy infrastructure
- Initial risk assessment and control mapping
- Foundational training programs for key stakeholders
- Basic audit trail and monitoring systems
Year 1
Licensing & Regional Operations
Key Deliverables
- North America regulatory licensing and registration
- Regional compliance infrastructure deployment
- Data governance and privacy framework (GDPR/CCPA ready)
- Vendor and third-party risk management program
- Quarterly compliance reporting and KPI dashboard
Year 2
Scaling & International Expansion
Key Deliverables
- EU and APAC selective market entry compliance
- Multi-jurisdictional regulatory coordination framework
- Advanced AI/ML model governance and auditability
- Cross-border data transfer mechanisms
- Enterprise-wide compliance automation platform
Year 3
Institutionalization & Brand Credibility
Key Deliverables
- Regulator-friendly engagement model and transparency reports
- Industry certifications (SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc.)
- Proactive regulatory relationship management program
- Public compliance performance disclosures
- Embedded compliance culture and continuous training
Years 4–5
Industry Standard Setter
Key Deliverables
- Published best practice frameworks and white papers
- Active participation in regulatory working groups
- Open-source compliance tools and methodologies
- Peer benchmarking and industry leadership initiatives
- Advisory role in shaping future compliance standards