AI inventory essentials: Key components to AI governance success

Scaling AI Governance. This report is grounded in hands-on experience delivering AI programs for large (10,000+ employee) global organizations across financial services, life sciences, consumer and manufacturing, and technology industries. The insights are further informed by in-depth qualitative discussions with senior leaders responsible for AI strategy, governance, risk, privacy, and compliance, offering a real-world perspective on what it takes to scale AI responsibly.

The report provides practical, actionable recommendations for AI governance leaders looking to build and optimize governance programs that support innovation at scale. It outlines how organizations can accelerate AI governance initiatives, embed governance across the AI lifecycle, and align regulatory, ethical, and risk considerations—enabling faster, safer AI adoption while building long-term trust.