AI Governance

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of core operations, in casework, customer dialogue, analytics and decision support. With the EU AI Act, Europe now has a common regulatory framework that sets requirements for how AI systems are classified, governed and documented. For boards and executive teams, the question is no longer whether the organisation uses AI, but whether that use is under control.

Berigo helps organisations adopt AI responsibly and with clear governance. We treat AI governance as a management discipline, not merely a technology project: the benefits should be realised, but within a framework that safeguards compliance, risk and trust. We build on established standards, such as ISO/IEC 42001 for AI management systems, and its interplay with ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR and NIS2, so that AI governance becomes an integrated part of the organisation's overall management system rather than a parallel paper exercise.

What we deliver

• AI usage and risk mapping: A clear picture of where AI is actually in use across the organisation, including informal use of AI tools, and the risks that use entails.
• EU AI Act readiness: Classification of AI systems, gap analysis against the requirements and a prioritised compliance roadmap.
• Management system aligned with ISO/IEC 42001: Policies, roles, responsibilities and processes for responsible development and use of AI, integrated with an existing ISO 27001 management system.
• Guidelines for generative AI: Practical rules for employees' use of AI tools, with emphasis on information security and data protection.
• Vendor and third-party assessments: Requirements and control questions when AI is procured as a service.
• Board and executive support: Decision material, risk reporting and training that enable leadership to exercise genuine ownership of AI risk.

Who this is for

This service is designed for boards and executive teams that want control of the organisation's use of AI, for compliance and security leaders tasked with operationalising the requirements, and for organisations covered by NIS2, GDPR or sector regulation where AI use must be documented and governed. It is equally relevant whether you develop AI solutions in-house or adopt AI through vendors.

How an engagement starts

A typical engagement begins with an initial conversation about your organisation's AI use, ambitions and regulatory position. We then carry out an assessment that provides a clear view of current status and the most significant gaps. The result is a prioritised recommendation leadership can act on, either as a focused initiative or as a longer programme towards a complete AI management system. Get in touch for a no-obligation conversation.