Mario Thomas

The Board's AI Imperative: Building Capability While Governing at Machine Speed

In this months' newsletter, I'm surfacing articles I've written previously that address the dual imperative facing organisations today: building robust AI capabilities while establishing governance frameworks that can operate at unprecedented speeds.

They examine how forward-thinking organisations are navigating this complex landscape. You'll find insights on assessing your AI maturity across essential capability pillars, positioning your AI Centre of Excellence for maximum effectiveness, navigating the evolving regulatory landscape, and leveraging decision analytics for strategic advantage.

These articles reflect conversations I've had with directors and executives who are balancing capability building with governance at machine speed. If you only have time to read one piece, I particularly recommend "From Shadow AI to Strategic Asset: Building Your AI Centre of Excellence" for its practical guidance on establishing Board-level AI governance.

I hope these resources prove valuable as you consider not just whether to adopt AI, but how to do so in ways that create sustainable advantage while managing unprecedented risks.

-Mario

Transforming the Board: Using Decision Analytics for Strategic Advantage

Published 23 March 2025 | 13 minute read

AI-powered decision analytics transforms board governance from backward-looking metrics to predictive indicators that model potential futures. This collaborative human-AI approach extends analytical capacity, reduces blind spots, and enables directors to see further, understand deeper, and decide with greater confidence.

Navigating the AI Regulatory Maze: A Boardroom Survival Guide

Published 16 March 2025 | 14 minute read

With the EU AI Act imposing fines of up to €35 million, Boards must prioritise AI governance. Start with a comprehensive exposure assessment, align your AI CoE with compliance requirements, implement regulatory-ready development lifecycles, and establish board-level intelligence capabilities.

From Shadow AI to Strategic Asset: Building Your AI Centre of Excellence

Published 12 March 2025 | 16 minute read

Your AI Centre of Excellence must report directly to the Board, not IT. As organisations move from hundreds of decisions per day to millions per second, proper governance becomes critical. The CoE balances innovation with control, evolving through the AI Stages of Adoption as your organisation matures.

Increasing AI Maturity: Navigating the AI Stages of Adoption with the Five Pillars

Published 2 March 2025 | 9 minute read

Successful AI adoption requires more than technology—it demands capability across five pillars: Governance, Technical Infrastructure, Operational Excellence, Value Realisation, and People & Culture. Assess your readiness to advance through AI stages by measuring maturity across these domains.

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