Forbes January 20, 2026
Artificial intelligence is forcing a fundamental rethink of how Private Equity and Venture Capital firms evaluate and create value in their portfolio companies. Traditional investment metrics need updating as AI transforms industries.
In interviews with Caroline Ohlsson, who leads AI initiatives at European private equity firm Verdane, and Sanjot Malhi, a partner at venture capital firm Northzone, both offer contrasting but complementary perspectives on how investors are adapting to create value in the AI era.
AI Readiness Becomes A Due Diligence Priority
Verdane has made AI assessment a key component within its due diligence process. The firm’s operational excellence team evaluates data maturity and AI readiness across three areas: technical capabilities, business processes, and talent.
The evaluation goes beyond current...
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