SECURITY & GOVERNANCE GUIDE

Use AI securely,
responsibly and with control.

AI can improve productivity and customer experience, but it also introduces privacy, security, operational and governance risks.

This guide explains the practical controls businesses should put in place before expanding AI use.

Responsible AI Foundations

Clear policies and responsibilities
Secure identity and access controls
Privacy and data protection
Human oversight for important decisions
Risk assessment before implementation
Monitoring and ongoing review
Core Areas

Six areas every business should review.

Strong governance keeps AI useful, secure and aligned with business objectives.

AI Security

Protect business information, connected systems and AI tools with appropriate security controls.

AI Governance

Define how AI can be used, who approves it and where human review is required.

Data Protection

Control what customer and business information can be entered into AI platforms.

Identity & Access

Ensure only authorised users can access AI tools, sensitive data and administration functions.

Human Oversight

Keep people involved in customer, financial, compliance and high-impact decisions.

Monitoring & Audit

Maintain visibility through logging, regular reviews, reporting and risk assessments.

Questions to Ask

Do you know how AI is being used inside your business?

Governance starts with understanding the tools, data, people and decisions involved.

Which AI tools are employees currently using?

What business or customer data can be entered into AI tools?

Who approves new AI applications and workflows?

Which decisions must remain under human control?

How are AI outputs reviewed for accuracy?

How will AI activity and access be monitored?

Practical Deliverables

Governance your team can actually use.

Clear documentation and controls help employees understand what is approved, what requires review and how sensitive data should be handled.

AI usage policy
AI risk assessment
Approved tools register
Data-handling rules
Human review requirements
Monitoring and review plan

Build AI your business can trust.

ArchZen can help you establish practical policies, security controls, risk management and human oversight.