The newest shift in AI use is the growing use of AI agents, i.e. AI systems that can independently take multi-step actions and workflows towards achieving a set goal, rather than simply responding to individuals prompts. AI agents act with a degree of independence, which creates a new risk level. McKinsey’s 2026 AI Trust Maturity… Continue reading Agentic AI challenges the core pillars of good governance
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AI transformation is widespread but very uneven
The scale of AI adoption makes AI governance increasingly relevant, if not a strategic necessity. McKinsey’s report The State of AI in 2026: On the Road to ROI reports that nearly nine in ten survey respondents say their organizations regularly use AI in at least one business function, while 56% report use in three or… Continue reading AI transformation is widespread but very uneven
Compliance is the floor, not the ceiling
“Is it legal?” is one of the first questions organizations ask when considering a new use of artificial intelligence. It is an essential question. Organizations must understand the laws, regulations and contractual obligations that apply to their activities. But it should never be the only question. Legal compliance does not automatically mean that a practice… Continue reading Compliance is the floor, not the ceiling
AI adoption is a change management challenge
When organizations adopt new AI tools, the conversation quickly turns to capability: what can it do, how fast, at what cost? But the harder and more consequential question is almost always left for later: is our organization actually ready for this? Is our organization actually ready for this? Effective AI change management requires strong leadership… Continue reading AI adoption is a change management challenge
AI governance is good governance
AI is too often treated as either a technology project or a legal compliance exercise. It is neither. AI is a cross-cutting strategic leadership issue that affects the entire organization: how rights data is managed, how members are communicated with, how licensing partners are assessed, how markets are monitored, how staff work, and how decisions… Continue reading AI governance is good governance
AI is not just tech & law
Many organisations still approach artificial intelligence (AI) as a question for IT department or legal team. A question of systems procurement, data management and compliance. These are important but they should be neither the starting point nor the end. Not just law. Not just tech. AI is a leadership challenge. AI is a cross-cutting issue… Continue reading AI is not just tech & law
Don’t be fooled by the tech fix idea
Did somebody trick you today? Were you fooled you into believing something that wasn’t true? Today is April Fool’s Day, a day for harmless tricks. However, every day we are faced with situations that aren’t about jokes and funny tricks but about misperceptions, beliefs based on false information and assumptions that go unchallenged. These are… Continue reading Don’t be fooled by the tech fix idea