We are planning to start an AI Governance council. What kind of roles should be members? I am thinking of at least CFO and CIO, but looking for input on others.
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CIO in Healthcare and Biotech8 months ago
I would suggest that you need someone from the business that is mid-level. They can help provide insight that those of us in senior leadership positions often miss. Additionally, they will help others to hear about AI, usage, governance, concerns, from the business perspective. Head of Demand to Value Data, Digital & Technology in Healthcare and Biotech8 months ago
I agree with this comment from BJ. Keep connected to your business and include your innovators that are interested in the opportunities with AI and are asking questions. It of course depends on the size of your enterprise - just ensure you have space for creativity without constraint. The real value is in the 'game-changing' ideas.
Digital Transformation Executive in Software8 months ago
Hi BJ! Just to get stakeholder buy-in, I would include a security/privacy representative (in addition to the CIO), targeted business leaders that can champion the effort, and a data governance leader. Good luck!CIO in IT Services8 months ago
Well, to be sure Risk and Compliance are key roles for the council. We may also need to look at other, non-traditional roles like Ethics Officer for advanced use cases of AI.Director / Sr Principal, Global Products and Technology in Healthcare and Biotech8 months ago
To establish an AI Governance Council, you should think about having members like the CFO, CIO, Chief Data Officer, Chief Ethics Officer, Legal Counsel, Chief Risk Officer, data scientists, business unit leaders, HR leaders, external advisors, and customer/stakeholder representatives. This diverse team will be responsible for overseeing AI strategy, ethics, compliance, risk management, and ensuring alignment with our business objectives. Consistent meetings and open collaboration are crucial for fostering responsible AI adoption.Global Intelligent Automation & GenAI Leader in Healthcare and Biotech8 months ago
AI Governance - Creation of an Industry-Leading AI Governance Council[Call-Outs] This is not something you will find in roles, and most C-Suite, do not understand the technology or impact at this time. The goal of this council should be to enable these areas, roles, and leaders to gain the necessary insight to be enabled to drive this from a knowledge understanding.
Here is how I would look to structure this:
[Primer]
This strategic initiative aims to not only form an AI Governance Council but to establish it as an industry powerhouse, driving excellence, ethical leadership, and continuous innovation in AI governance practices. The envisioned outcome has a transformative impact on the industry landscape, setting the gold standard for responsible and effective AI use.
1. Foster Strategic Alignment for Impactful AI Initiatives:
Objective: Establish an AI Governance Council with the express goal of strategically aligning all AI initiatives with industry-leading practices, ensuring a profound impact on organizational success.
2. Champion Ethical Excellence in AI Leadership:
Objective: Elevate the industry standard by forming a Council that champions ethical excellence in AI leadership, setting a benchmark for responsible practices, transparency, and fairness.
(This is also in line with Microsoft's "Responsible AI Framework")
3. Mitigate Risks, Ensure Compliance, and Safeguard Reputation:
Objective: Create a dynamic Council focused on identifying and mitigating risks associated with AI, ensuring impeccable compliance with regulations to safeguard the organization's reputation and operational integrity.
4. Instill a Culture of Transparency and Trust:
Objective: Position the AI Governance Council as a beacon of transparency, fostering a culture of openness in AI decision-making processes to build trust among peers, stakeholders, and the wider industry. ( I think this is key since it also follows my method of ACT - alignment, clarity, and transparency.)
5. Drive Continuous Learning for Adaptive Industry Leadership:
Objective: Develop an AI Governance Council that acts as a powerhouse of knowledge, driving continuous learning and adaptability to keep industry leaders at the forefront of evolving AI technologies, standards, and best practices.
I hope this helps. Let me know if there are any questions.