Agentic AI ends up in closed systems

Until recently, most advanced AI tools were available exclusively through the cloud. For banks, insurance companies, hospitals, or government offices, however, this often represented an unsolvable problem – sensitive data must not leave the internal infrastructure. UiPath now offers agentic AI orchestration directly in on-premises environments, including so-called "air-gapped" deployments where servers are physically separated from the public internet.

According to the May 2026 announcement, the new version of UiPath Automation Suite allows running large language models (LLM) and autonomous agents inside their own data centers. It supports deployment on Kubernetes (AKS, EKS, OpenShift) as well as on standard Linux servers or physical hardware. This means that organizations do not have to choose between advanced AI and security rules – they can have both.

Maestro and new tools for complex processes

The central element of the new strategy is UiPath Maestro, an orchestrator designed for long-lasting and complex processes. Unlike classical RPA robots that perform predefined tasks, Maestro can manage workflows that run for days or weeks, handle exceptions, and keep humans in the decision loop. For regulated sectors, this is key – an auditable trail of every AI decision is essential for meeting regulatory requirements.

In mid-May 2026, UiPath also introduced Maestro Case, a tool for orchestrating dynamic processes based on individual cases. Each run can have a unique path, which is ideal for investigating compliance issues, resolving disputes in financial transactions, or complex client onboarding. It is complemented by UiPath for Coding Agents, which integrates coding agents such as GitHub Copilot or Cursor directly into enterprise workflows.

What it costs and how to get it

UiPath offers several pricing tiers. The basic tier Basic starts at USD 25 per month (approximately CZK 570), but is limited to the cloud environment, a maximum of five users, and two robots. For regulated sectors that need on-premises deployment, advanced access management, and their own encryption keys (BYOK), the Standard or Enterprise tiers are required. Their price is not public and depends on the specific scope of deployment. However, both versions allow selection of the European region for hosting and support for their own infrastructure.

In the context of competition, Microsoft Power Automate is worth mentioning, where the Premium tier costs USD 15 per user per month, but a standalone bot costs USD 150–215 per month. Automation Anywhere with its APA (Agentic Process Automation) platform and Mozart orchestrator is positioning itself as a direct rival, while traditional Blue Prism (now under SS&C) lags behind in the area of agentic AI and orchestration. UiPath, however, is consolidating its leadership position – according to the analytical company Gartner, it has been a leader in RPA for seven consecutive years and in 2025 gained a similar position in the category of AI-augmented software testing.

What is the impact for the Czech Republic and Europe

For Czech and European companies, this announcement has specific practical significance. UiPath, originally from Bucharest, has a strong position in the European market and among its 10,800 customers in more than 100 countries likely counts a number of Czech companies as well. The platform supports European data residency, which means that data remains in the EU. This is a fundamental advantage over some American cloud solutions given GDPR, where transferring data abroad raises legal uncertainty.

The partnership with consulting firms is also important. Deloitte and Databricks became key partners for agentic testing and AI-driven operations in April 2026. For Czech banks or state institutions, this means they can implement solutions with the support of reputable companies that know the local regulatory environment. UiPath also collaborates with Salesforce, Google Cloud, and Microsoft, which facilitates integration into existing enterprise ecosystems.

On the other hand, limitations must be mentioned. UiPath does not support Czech as a user interface language – the official website lists localizations into German, French, Spanish, or Japanese, but Czech is missing among them. This can be an obstacle for some Czech offices or smaller companies. Also, a direct presence in the Czech Republic is not explicitly stated on the official pages, so local support depends on the partner network.

Who is already using it and what comes next

The May announcements show that UiPath does not want to remain only with classical "robot clicking". New tools such as Agent Builder, AI Center with the "Bring Your Own Model" option, or Intelligent Document Processing for extracting data from medical records and financial documents are heading towards a platform where AI agents not only perform tasks but also independently decide on their prioritization and management.

For regulated sectors, it is key that UiPath places emphasis on governance and audit trails – that is, the ability to trace how an AI agent decided and who stands behind the decision. With the approaching EU AI Act, which demands transparency and human oversight over automated systems, this is not just a technological advantage but perhaps a regulatory necessity.

Investors should watch how quickly the first reference customers appear in the public sector and whether UiPath begins explicitly stating agentic AI contracts in its results. Government contracts have long implementation cycles, so revenues may only appear in subsequent quarters.

Conclusion

With its push into regulated sectors, UiPath shows that the future of enterprise automation lies not only in the cloud but also in secure, internal data centers. The combination of on-premises deployment, strong governance, and partnerships with global consulting firms makes the Romanian manufacturer a serious candidate for a key AI supplier for European banks, healthcare, and public administration. For Czech companies, this opens the way to advanced automation without fear of sensitive data leakage – if they are willing to invest in the enterprise tier and overcome the absence of Czech localization.