Pillar 1: Strategy and Governance

Inform Stage
Our company has documented a preliminary AI strategy outlining basic goals and potential use cases.
Leadership is aware of the importance of Strategy, Data, Technology, Talent, Responsible AI, and Performance as key dimensions for AI adoption.
Align Stage
AI initiatives directly support business priorities such as increasing revenue or improving customer service.
There are clear governance policies and structures for AI decision-making and accountability.
Enable Stage
Executives actively support and communicate the importance of AI governance.
There are well-defined guidelines and protocols for AI use communicated across the organization.
Perform Stage
Regular reviews and adjustments are made to AI strategies based on performance data.

Pillar 2: Data Management

Inform Stage
Policies for data quality, security, and privacy are documented.
Align Stage
Consistent data management practices are followed across departments.
Enable Stage
Data governance policies are enforced across the entire organization.
Perform Stage
Data management practices are regularly reviewed and improved.

Pillar 3: Technology and Tools

Inform Stage
Leadership understands the hardware, software, and infrastructure needed for AI.
Align Stage
The organization has a standardized set of AI tools and platforms.
Enable Stage
Advanced AI tools are integrated into operations, and the infrastructure is scalable and reliable.
Perform Stage
The organization encourages innovation and regularly updates AI tools and practices.

Pillar 4: Talent and Culture

Inform Stage
Introductory AI training programs are accessible to all employees.
Employees are aware of and follow best practices for AI adoption.
Align Stage
Advanced AI training programs and initiatives to foster innovation are in place.
The organization actively promotes ethical AI practices and responsible AI use.
Enable Stage
Ongoing training programs to build AI skills are regularly conducted.
Platforms and forums exist for employees to share AI practices and insights.
A plan is in place to support cultural changes required for AI adoption.
Perform Stage
Programs to encourage continuous learning and rewards for AI innovation are implemented.
Job roles are regularly updated to integrate AI automation and augmentation.

Pillar 5: Responsible AI

Inform Stage
Employees have a basic understanding of the principles of responsible AI.
Align Stage
The organization has clear policies for responsible AI use.
Enable Stage
The organization continuously monitors and updates its ethical AI practices.
Perform Stage
A strong culture of ethics is promoted, and high standards for AI ethics are maintained.

Pillar 6: Performance and Improvement

Inform Stage
There is a clear understanding of how AI can benefit performance.
Align Stage
Specific metrics to measure AI performance are in place.
Enable Stage
AI performance is regularly monitored and tracked against standard metrics.
KPIs and benchmarks are used to evaluate AI initiatives against industry standards.
Perform Stage
Advanced tools are used for monitoring AI performance.
The ROI of AI initiatives is measured, and the data is used for continuous improvement.