Accessible, affordable, scalable solutions for growing organisations committed to responsible AI.
You don't need a large budget or dedicated ethics team to govern AI responsibly. The Bridge Framework provides SMEs with pragmatic, resource-conscious pathways to implement effective governance—protecting your organisation from risks while building competitive advantage.
Start with the free assessment to identify your governance gaps and receive a personalised roadmap tailored to SME constraints.
No expensive consultants. No multi-year commitments. Just practical guidance you can implement today.
Governance isn't just for large corporations—it's essential for SME survival and growth.
EU AI Act, GDPR, and sector-specific regulations don't have SME exemptions. Non-compliance penalties can be catastrophic for smaller organisations.
Up to €35M or 7% revenue
SMEs compete on trust and reputation. 69% of consumers distrust business AI—demonstrable governance addresses this directly.
Governance = Differentiation
Early governance adoption positions SMEs ahead of competitors. Governance-ready organisations win contracts and partnerships.
Be ahead, not behind
The good news: You don't need enterprise budgets to implement effective governance. The Bridge Framework provides high-impact, cost-effective solutions designed specifically for resource-constrained organisations.
Get foundational governance operational quickly—no consultants required.
Understand your current state
Online assessment identifies your governance gaps
Focus on highest-impact areas first
Doesn't need to be full-time—even 20% works
Set up core structures
3-5 people meeting monthly is sufficient
List all AI systems you're using or building
Simple flowchart for AI approval
Deploy your top 3 pillars
Adapt our templates to your context
Brief sign-off—policies are pragmatic
Simple announcement explaining why it matters
Set up basic tracking
Basic checklist for ongoing compliance
Checkpoint to assess progress
Identify next pillars to implement
Governance Committee
Operating structure with clear authority
Core Policies
3 high-priority pillars implemented
Monitoring System
Basic tracking and review process
Organisations implementing the Bridge Framework gain competitive advantages, risk mitigation, and team confidence.
Demonstrating governance maturity helps SMEs win enterprise clients who require vendor AI compliance. Assessment reports and documented policies provide the evidence clients need to see before awarding contracts.
Tech startups (40-50 employees) report governance documentation as key differentiator
Systematic frameworks help identify privacy, security, and compliance issues before launch. Early detection prevents GDPR violations, reputational damage, and expensive remediation costs.
SaaS companies (70-90 employees) catch critical issues in development phase
Clear governance policies empower developers to innovate with AI within defined guardrails. Teams move faster when they understand boundaries and have clear approval processes.
Digital agencies (25-35 employees) report increased innovation velocity
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