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AI governance Quick Start Guide

A practical quick-start guide for SMEs and organisations with limited resources who need to establish foundational AI governance efficiently.

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Quick-Start Roadmap

Your Implementation Roadmap

A structured, phase-by-phase plan to establish essential AI governance foundations without overwhelming your team.

Phase 1

Discovery & Inventory

What You'll Accomplish:

  • Create complete inventory of AI systems currently in use or development
  • Identify key stakeholders and form initial governance team (2-4 people)
  • Document current state: What AI are we using? Who owns it? What risks exist?

Time Investment:

Flexible timeline based on team availability

Phase 2

Risk Assessment

What You'll Accomplish:

  • Prioritize AI systems by risk level using simple risk matrix
  • Identify immediate compliance requirements (GDPR, sector-specific regulations)
  • Flag high-risk systems requiring immediate attention or mitigation

Time Investment:

Flexible timeline based on complexity

Phase 3

Policy & Process

What You'll Accomplish:

  • Draft basic AI usage policy using provided templates (customize for your org)
  • Establish simple approval process for new AI tools and use cases
  • Create incident reporting mechanism for AI-related issues

Time Investment:

Flexible timeline for stakeholder review

Phase 4

Launch & Communicate

What You'll Accomplish:

  • Communicate governance programme to organisation (all-hands, email, intranet)
  • Conduct brief training session on AI policy and approval process
  • Set up ongoing governance cadence (monthly reviews, quarterly updates)

Time Investment:

Flexible timeline for communication and training

Flexible Implementation

Adapt the timeline to fit your organisation's schedule and resources. Work at your own pace with built-in flexibility.

Comprehensive Toolkit

Everything You Need to Get Started

Ready-to-Use Templates

  • • AI System Inventory Spreadsheet
  • • Risk Assessment Matrix
  • • Basic AI Usage Policy
  • • Approval Request Form
  • • Incident Report Template
  • • Stakeholder Communication Kit

Phase Checklists

  • • Step-by-step action items
  • • Task assignment guidance
  • • Success criteria per phase
  • • Common pitfalls to avoid
  • • Quick wins to celebrate
  • • Progress tracking tools

Communication Templates

  • • Executive briefing deck
  • • All-hands announcement
  • • Policy rollout email
  • • Training presentation
  • • FAQ document
  • • Stakeholder talking points

Guidance & Examples

  • • Step-by-step instructions
  • • Real-world examples (anonymized)
  • • Common challenges & solutions
  • • Resource requirements breakdown
  • • Next steps after initial implementation
  • • Scaling and maturity roadmap

Perfect For Resource-Constrained Organisations

Small & Medium Businesses

You're using AI tools but don't have a dedicated governance team or massive budget. You need practical, efficient governance that doesn't slow down innovation.

"Finally, governance guidance that fits our reality - not just enterprise advice scaled down."

Startups & Scale-Ups

You're moving fast with AI but need to show investors, customers, or regulators that you take governance seriously. Get the basics right without derailing momentum.

"Gave us credible governance in 30 days - exactly what we needed for our Series B pitch."

Non-Profits & NGOs

You want to use AI ethically and responsibly but lack resources for complex governance programmes. This guide respects your constraints while ensuring responsible use.

"Helped us establish governance without diverting resources from our mission work."

Why This Approach Works

Focused on Essentials

We've distilled thousands of pages of governance guidance into the 20% of activities that deliver 80% of the value. You'll establish foundations without boiling the ocean.

Designed for Small Teams

All activities assume a 2-4 person team with limited time. No assumptions about dedicated governance staff, consultants, or specialized tools. DIY-friendly with clear instructions.

Momentum Builder

A structured timeline creates urgency and focus. Phase milestones provide quick wins that build organizational buy-in. You'll have tangible results to show stakeholders promptly.

Foundation for Growth

What you build in 30 days isn't a dead-end solution - it's a foundation you can mature over time. The guide includes a roadmap for expanding your governance programme as resources allow.

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