AI Governance Consulting
Build a comprehensive AI governance program that satisfies Australian regulators and protects your organisation from operational, reputational, and compliance risk.
We design governance frameworks, operating models, and board reporting structures specifically for enterprises navigating APRA, ASIC, and Privacy Act requirements.
The Challenge
Most organisations have AI deployed across multiple teams but lack the governance structures to manage risk, demonstrate compliance, or answer basic questions about their AI estate.
No AI Inventory
Boards and executives cannot answer basic questions: How many AI models do we have? Who approved them? What data do they use? Where are they deployed?
Regulatory Expectations
APRA CPS 230 requires operational risk management frameworks that include AI systems. ASIC reporting has identified governance gaps in financial institutions. The Financial Accountability Regime establishes accountability obligations for regulated entities.
Unclear Accountability
Data scientists build models, legal writes policies, and IT deploys systems. But who owns AI risk? Most organisations have no clear answer.
Our Approach
We design practical governance frameworks that work within your existing organisational structure. Not theoretical frameworks that sit on shelves, but operating models that integrate with how your business actually runs.
Discovery and Assessment
We start by understanding your current AI landscape: what models exist, who owns them, how they were approved, and what risks they present. This gives us a baseline to build from.
Operating Model Design
We define clear roles and responsibilities for AI governance: who owns model risk, who approves deployments, who monitors performance, and who reports to the board.
Policy Development
We create practical policies aligned to your regulatory requirements: acceptable use, risk assessment, vendor management, incident response, and board reporting.
Implementation Support
We help you embed the governance framework into existing processes, train your teams, and establish the reporting cadences that keep the board informed.
What You Receive
Tangible deliverables that demonstrate governance maturity to regulators and stakeholders.
AI Governance Framework
- Governance structure and committee charters
- RACI matrix for AI ownership and accountability
- Three lines of defence model for AI risk
- Board reporting templates and KPIs
Policy Suite
- AI Acceptable Use Policy
- AI Risk Assessment and Approval Policy
- Third-Party AI Vendor Assessment Policy
- AI Incident Response Policy
Implementation Roadmap
- Phased implementation plan with milestones
- Training materials for governance teams
- Change management guidance
- Success metrics and measurement framework
Regulatory Alignment
- APRA CPS 230 compliance mapping
- Privacy Act compliance review
- Australian AI Ethics Principles alignment
- EU AI Act readiness assessment (if applicable)
Who This Is For
This service is designed for organisations that recognise AI governance as a board-level priority and want to build mature, sustainable governance capabilities.
Enterprise Organisations
500+ employees with multiple AI initiatives across business units.
Regulated Industries
Financial services, insurance, healthcare, and government organisations facing specific regulatory requirements.
Early-Mid AI Maturity
Organisations that have deployed AI but recognise governance has not kept pace with adoption.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does an AI governance program take to implement?
Typical engagements run 12-16 weeks for framework design and initial implementation. However, building mature governance capabilities is an ongoing process that continues beyond the initial engagement.
Do we need a Chief AI Officer or dedicated AI governance team?
Not necessarily. We design governance structures that work within your existing organisation. Many clients assign AI governance responsibility to existing risk, compliance, or technology leadership with appropriate committee support.
How does this align with APRA requirements?
Our frameworks are specifically designed for Australian regulatory requirements. We map all deliverables to APRA CPS 230 operational risk management expectations and can demonstrate compliance to regulators.
What if we also need to comply with EU AI Act?
We design frameworks that can accommodate multiple jurisdictions. If you have European operations or customers, we include EU AI Act requirements in your governance framework design.
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