Strategic Service

AI Strategy & Policy Development

Enable responsible, scalable AI adoption with governance frameworks, acceptable use policies, and risk management strategies that protect your organization while empowering innovation.

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Why AI Governance Matters

AI is powerful—but without clear policies and governance, it creates risk. Organizations that deploy AI without guardrails face data breaches, compliance violations, reputational damage, and legal exposure.

AI Strategy & Policy Development gives you the structure to adopt AI safely, responsibly, and at scale. You'll establish acceptable use guidelines, risk management frameworks, and oversight processes that enable innovation without compromising security or compliance.

Common AI Risks Without Governance

Employees sharing sensitive data with public AI tools (ChatGPT, Gemini)
Bias, hallucinations, or inaccurate AI-generated content
Intellectual property leaks through AI platforms
Compliance violations (GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, industry regulations)
Lack of accountability or oversight for AI decisions

What's Included

We develop comprehensive, practical AI policies tailored to your organization's risk profile, industry, and goals:

AI Acceptable Use Policy

Clear guidelines on what AI tools employees can use, what data can be shared, and how to use AI responsibly.

Governance Framework

Define roles, responsibilities, and oversight structures for AI decision-making and risk management.

Data Handling & Privacy

Policies for data classification, anonymization, retention, and compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulations.

Risk Assessment Framework

Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks related to bias, accuracy, security, and regulatory compliance.

Vendor & Third-Party AI

Guidelines for evaluating, procuring, and managing external AI tools and services securely.

Training & Awareness

Employee training materials, workshops, and onboarding resources to ensure policy adoption.

Deliverables

AI Acceptable Use Policy (customized for your organization)
Governance framework document with roles, oversight, and approval workflows
Risk assessment matrix and mitigation strategies
Data handling and privacy guidelines
Vendor evaluation checklist
Employee training deck and quick-reference guide

Who This Is For

AI policy development is essential for organizations that need to balance innovation with risk management:

Regulated Industries

Healthcare, finance, legal, and government organizations with strict compliance requirements.

Security-Conscious Orgs

Companies handling sensitive data, IP, or customer information that require strong data governance.

Scaling AI Adoption

Organizations deploying AI across multiple departments and need consistent policies to manage risk.

Our Process

We follow a structured approach to develop policies that are practical, enforceable, and aligned with your business goals:

Discovery & Risk Assessment

Understand your current AI usage, data landscape, compliance requirements, and risk tolerance.

Policy Framework Design

Develop acceptable use policies, governance structures, and data handling guidelines tailored to your needs.

Stakeholder Review

Collaborate with legal, IT, compliance, and leadership to refine policies and ensure alignment.

Training & Rollout

Deliver employee training, create quick-reference materials, and support policy adoption across the organization.

Ongoing Support

Provide updates as AI tools evolve, regulations change, and your organization's AI footprint grows.

Key Policy Areas We Cover

Acceptable Use

What AI tools can employees use? What data can be shared? How should AI-generated content be reviewed and attributed?

Data Security & Privacy

How should sensitive data be classified, anonymized, and protected when using AI? What are the retention policies?

Bias & Fairness

How do we identify and mitigate bias in AI models? What approval processes are needed for AI-driven decisions?

Compliance & Audit

How do we ensure AI usage complies with GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, or industry-specific regulations? What audit trails are required?

Accountability & Oversight

Who is responsible for AI governance? What approval workflows, escalation paths, and review processes are in place?

Vendor Management

How do we evaluate third-party AI tools? What security, privacy, and compliance requirements must vendors meet?

Ready to Develop Your AI Policy?

Schedule a consultation to discuss your governance needs, compliance requirements, and how we can help you adopt AI responsibly and securely.

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