How does Vietnam's new AI Law (Law 134/2025) affect this solution?

Vietnam's AI Law, effective March 2026, introduces a risk-based classification system (high, medium, low risk). High-risk AI systems require mandatory pre-market conformity assessments and human oversight. We help you assess which classification applies to your use case and prepare the necessary governance documentation before enforcement begins.

What are the data protection requirements we need to comply with in Vietnam?

Vietnam's Personal Data Protection Law (effective January 2026) requires explicit prior consent for data processing, 72-hour breach notification to the Ministry of Public Security, and impact assessments for cross-border data transfers. The Cybersecurity Law also requires 24-month local data storage for Vietnamese user data. Our implementation includes compliance checkpoints for all these requirements.

Can this training be delivered in Vietnamese?

Yes. Given that only 15-20% of Vietnam's workforce has business-level English, we deliver all training with Vietnamese-language materials and bilingual facilitators. Hands-on exercises use Vietnamese-language examples and locally relevant case studies.

Are there government subsidies or tax incentives available for this programme in Vietnam?

Vietnam offers several incentive mechanisms: preferential CIT rates of 10% for up to 15 years for high-tech projects (vs. standard 20%), the Investment Support Fund (Decree 182/2024) with cash grants for qualifying AI investments, and the NIC Digital Talent Development Program for workforce training. We help you document your investment to qualify for applicable incentives.

How does this compare to what FPT or other local Vietnamese providers offer?

While FPT (USD 2.47B revenue) and VinAI offer strong local capability, Pertama Partners brings cross-ASEAN implementation experience with deep regulatory expertise across multiple jurisdictions. We provide structured methodology validated across Southeast Asian markets, combined with Vietnam-specific compliance guidance that reflects the latest AI Law, PDPL, and Cybersecurity Law requirements.

How do you manage change resistance at scale?

We embed change management throughout — not as an afterthought. This includes stakeholder mapping, communication plans, champion networks, and quick wins that build momentum. We've found that demonstrated value converts skeptics faster than mandates.

What's the typical duration for enterprise transformation?

6-18 months depending on scope and organizational complexity. We phase the work to deliver tangible value every quarter, so you're not waiting a year to see results.

Can this run alongside other transformation programs?

Yes. We regularly coordinate with ERP implementations, digital transformation programs, and organizational restructuring. We map dependencies and align timelines to avoid change fatigue.

Enterprise AI Transformation in Vietnam

AI Landscape in Vietnam

Vietnam's Law on Digital Technology Industry (Law 71/2025), effective January 2026, provides the first standalone statutory framework governing digital technology production, AI systems, and digital assets. The Cybersecurity Law requires 24-month local data storage for Vietnamese user data, and the AI Law mandates conformity assessments for high-risk AI systems. Vietnam has 530,000 software developers and 1.5 million IT sector workers, with developers concentrated in HCMC (56.7%) and Hanoi (33.8%). CIT incentives of 10% for up to 15 years for high-tech projects make Vietnam attractive for technology investments. The Investment Support Fund (Decree 182/2024) provides additional cash grants for qualifying high-tech investments including AI and semiconductors.

Key Challenges in Vietnam

Personal Data Protection Law compliance — Vietnam's Personal Data Protection Law effective January 2026 introduces revenue-based penalties up to 5% for data violations. Organisations must implement explicit consent mechanisms, 72-hour breach notification, and impact assessments for cross-border data transfers.
AI Law risk classification preparation — The AI Law (Law 134/2025) establishes a risk-based classification system requiring conformity assessments for high-risk AI. Organisations must evaluate which of their AI applications fall into high-risk categories and prepare governance documentation accordingly.
Vietnamese-language training and tools — Only 15-20% of Vietnam's workforce has business-level English. AI training programmes and tools must be delivered in Vietnamese with localised examples to achieve meaningful adoption across teams.
Scaling AI beyond the 13.8% benchmark — While 73% of Vietnamese companies have adopted AI, only 13.8% have deployed at scale. Organisations need structured rollout frameworks to move beyond pilots and achieve enterprise-wide AI deployment.

Why Pertama Partners in Vietnam

While Vietnamese market leaders like FPT (USD 2.47 billion revenue, USD 7.7 billion market cap) and VinAI (top-20 global AI R&D) offer strong local capability, and global consultancies (McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte, KPMG, EY, Accenture) provide enterprise advisory, Pertama Partners occupies a distinctive position: we combine cross-ASEAN regulatory expertise spanning the AI Law, PDPL, and Cybersecurity Law with structured, practitioner-led training methodology validated across multiple Southeast Asian markets. Unlike large consultancies, we focus exclusively on practical AI capability building rather than theoretical advisory. Unlike local tech companies, we bring regulatory knowledge across ASEAN jurisdictions, enabling Vietnamese enterprises expanding regionally to build consistent AI governance frameworks.

Vietnamese-language delivery is essential: only 15-20% of the workforce has business-level English proficiency. All training materials, exercises, and documentation must be provided in Vietnamese with bilingual facilitators available. Vietnamese corporate training culture traditionally favours lecture-based, instructor-led methods; however, AI training benefits from hands-on labs and practical demonstrations. We recommend a blended approach: structured presentations followed by guided hands-on practice with Vietnamese-language AI tools. Delivery should focus on practical application to Vietnamese business contexts, with case studies drawn from local industry examples where possible. Delivery is recommended in Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi, where 90% of Vietnam's tech talent and business headquarters are concentrated.

Market Size

$2.8 billion AI market by 2030

YOUR PATH FORWARD

From Readiness to Results

Every AI transformation is different, but the journey follows a proven sequence. Start where you are. Scale when you're ready.

ASSESS · 2-3 days

AI Readiness Audit

Understand exactly where you stand and where the biggest opportunities are. We map your AI maturity across strategy, data, technology, and culture, then hand you a prioritized action plan.

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TRAIN · 1 day minimum

Training Cohort

Upskill your leadership and teams so AI adoption sticks. Hands-on programs tailored to your industry, with measurable proficiency gains.

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DEPLOY · 6-12 months