About AI Governance Council Australia

AI Governance Council Australia (AIGC) provides independent AI governance readiness assessment and governance risk and control review for Australian organisations. We help reduce AI risk, protect boards and executives, and meet Australia's evolving AI governance expectations.

Our Mission

To establish trusted, independent standards for responsible AI deployment in Australia, protecting organisations and the public from AI-related harms while enabling innovation.

Why AI Governance Matters

Board and Executive Liability: Directors face increasing personal exposure for AI decisions
Procurement Requirements: Major contracts now require evidence of AI governance
Insurance and Risk Transfer: Insurers are scrutinising AI practices in underwriting
Regulatory Trajectory: Australian regulation is intensifying across sectors

Our Services

AI Governance Assessment

Comprehensive independent assessment of your AI systems, policies, and risk management practices. We identify legal, ethical, and operational risks before they become problems. Our assessment includes technical review, policy analysis, risk identification, gap analysis, and a detailed remediation roadmap.

Governance Readiness - Early Stage

Foundational governance readiness assessment for organisations with early stage or pilot AI use. Demonstrates your commitment to responsible AI development from the start. Includes governance framework review and basic policy assessment.

Governance Readiness - Operational

For organisations with AI in production. Confirms active governance controls, monitoring processes, and risk management procedures are in place. Includes comprehensive system assessment, operational review, and ongoing monitoring requirements.

Governance Maturity Evaluation - Full Governance

Comprehensive governance maturity evaluation for organisations with high-risk or regulated AI use. Provides maximum assurance and oversight for critical sectors including healthcare, financial services, and government. Includes complete governance audit, ongoing oversight, and annual reassessment.

Our Role

We provide independent assessment and governance risk identification. Implementation remains the responsibility of the organisation or its advisors.

Assessment Levels

Our three-tier assessment framework matches your organisation's AI maturity and risk profile:

Level 1: Early Stage

For organisations with early stage or pilot AI use. Scope: Basic governance framework, foundational policies. Requirements: Board awareness, documented policies, basic risk assessment. Timeline: 4-6 weeks. Cost: $8,500 + GST.

Level 2: Operational

For organisations with AI in production. Scope: Active governance controls, monitoring processes. Requirements: Operational policies, risk management procedures, incident response. Timeline: 6-8 weeks. Cost: $15,000 + GST.

Level 3: Full Governance

For high-risk or regulated AI deployments. Scope: Comprehensive governance, ongoing oversight. Requirements: Complete governance framework, board oversight, continuous monitoring. Timeline: 8-12 weeks. Cost: Custom pricing.

Our Methodology

Our AI governance assessment methodology is built on five core principles: independence, evidence-based assessment, risk-based approach, Australian context, and practical implementation. We assess across six governance domains: strategy and accountability, risk management, data governance, model governance, transparency and explainability, and monitoring and review.

Governance Framework

Our governance framework is designed for Australian organisations deploying AI systems. It provides structured guidance across all critical governance domains while remaining flexible enough to adapt to your specific context.

Framework Components

Governance Structure: Board oversight, executive accountability, governance committees
Risk Management: Risk assessment processes, mitigation strategies, incident response
Data Governance: Data quality, privacy protection, security controls
Model Governance: Development standards, validation processes, change management
Operational Controls: Monitoring systems, performance metrics, audit trails
Transparency: Documentation standards, explainability requirements, stakeholder communication

Ethics and Independence

Independence is fundamental to our assessment process. We maintain strict separation from consulting services, technology vendors, and commercial interests that could compromise our assessments.

Our Independence Commitments

No commercial relationships with assessed organisations beyond the assessment engagement
Assessors have no financial interest in assessment outcomes
Transparent methodology available for public review
Regular external audits of our assessment processes
Clear complaints and appeals procedures

Priority Sectors

We focus on sectors where AI risk exposure and regulatory scrutiny are highest:

Healthcare

AI in diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient care requires rigorous governance to protect patient safety and meet regulatory requirements.

Financial Services

AI in lending, fraud detection, and investment decisions faces intense regulatory scrutiny and poses significant liability risks.

Government

AI in public services, law enforcement, and decision-making must balance efficiency with fairness, transparency, and accountability.

Resources

We provide comprehensive resources to help Australian organisations understand and implement AI governance:

Australian Government AI Ethics Principles
NIST AI Risk Management Framework
EU AI Act Overview
ISO/IEC AI Standards
Industry-specific AI guidance
AI governance templates and checklists

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an AI governance readiness assessment?

An AI governance readiness assessment is an independent evaluation process that confirms an organisation has implemented appropriate policies, controls, and accountability structures for responsible AI deployment.

Why do organisations need AI governance?

AI governance helps organisations reduce board and executive liability, meet procurement requirements, manage insurance exposure, protect reputation, and address increasing regulatory scrutiny.

What are the risks of not implementing AI governance?

Without proper AI governance, organisations face board and executive liability, procurement rejection, increased insurance costs, reputational damage, and regulatory enforcement action.

How long does an AI governance assessment take?

Timeline varies based on assessment level: Early Stage (4-6 weeks), Operational (6-8 weeks), Full Governance (8-12 weeks).

What assessment level do I need?

Choose Early Stage for initial AI use, Operational for AI in production, or Full Governance for high-risk AI deployments.

Is AIGC government-affiliated?

No, we are an independent organisation. While we align with Australian Government AI guidance, we maintain complete independence.

Contact Information

Request an AI risk assessment or executive briefing. We respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.

Email: info@aigcaustralia.com.au

Location: Australia

Available for: AI governance assessments, governance risk and control reviews, executive briefings, speaking engagements

Assessment mark guidelines

Q: How long does an AI governance assessment take?

The assessment process involves five stages: governance review, policy alignment, independent assessment, maturity determination, and governance uplift roadmap. Timeline varies based on organisation size, AI complexity, and current governance maturity.

Q: What assessment level do I need?

Choose Early Stage assessment for initial or pilot AI use, Operational assessment for AI in production, or Full Governance assessment for high-risk or regulated AI deployments. An initial consultation can help determine the appropriate level.

Requirements for the appropriate use and display of the AIGC Australia assessment verification mark.

About the assessment mark

The AIGC Australia assessment verification mark signifies that an organisation's AI governance practices have been independently assessed and found to meet AIGC's published governance criteria at the relevant assessment level. The mark signifies verification of governance maturity at a defined assessment level.

Organisations granted assessment verification receive rights to use the assessment mark in accordance with these guidelines. Proper use of the mark protects its integrity and the value it provides to assessed organisations and their stakeholders.

Mark validity

The assessment mark may only be used during the active assessment validity period. Assessment verification is valid for twelve months from the date of issuance. Use must cease immediately upon expiry, revocation, or suspension of the assessment outcome. Use of the assessment mark outside the active assessment validity period constitutes misuse.

Permitted uses

Where the mark may be displayed

Assessed organisations may display the AIGC Australia assessment verification mark in the following contexts:

Corporate website, in a dedicated governance section
Marketing and promotional materials accurately reflecting the assessed governance scope
Tender responses and procurement documentation
Annual reports and stakeholder communications
Email signatures of personnel directly responsible for AI governance
Trade show displays and conference materials

Permitted statements

Assessed organisations may make the following types of statements:

Acceptable statement examples:

"[Organisation name] holds AIGC Australia assessment verification for AI governance."
"Our [system name] has been independently assessed by AIGC Australia."
"Assessed by AIGC Australia at [Level X] governance maturity."

All statements must accurately reflect the scope of assessment and include reference to the assessment validity period where practical.

Statements must not imply technical validation or performance guarantees.

Prohibited uses

The assessment mark must not be used to:

Imply assessment of AI systems or practices not included in the assessment scope
Suggest government endorsement or regulatory approval
Imply assessment guarantees compliance with any law, regulation, or standard
Represent that AIGC Australia endorses specific products, services, or commercial offerings
Make comparative claims against other organisations
Suggest the organisation is part of, affiliated with, or authorised by AIGC Australia beyond its assessment status
Imply continuous monitoring or regulatory supervision by AIGC Australia

Unacceptable statement examples

"Government-assessed AI governance" (implies government authority)
"AIGC Australia guarantees our AI is compliant" (assessment does not guarantee compliance)
"Unlike competitors, we are AIGC assessed" (comparative claims prohibited)
"All our AI systems are assessed" (unless all systems are within assessment scope)

Technical requirements

Visual integrity

The assessment mark must be reproduced accurately without modification, distortion, or alteration. Colour variations are permitted only as specified in the brand guidelines provided with the assessment outcome.

Minimum size

The mark must be displayed at a size that maintains legibility. Minimum display size specifications are provided in the assessment documentation.

Clear space

Adequate clear space must surround the mark to ensure visibility and prevent visual confusion with other elements.

Assessment reference number

Where practical, display of the mark should be accompanied by the unique assessment reference number issued to the organisation. AIGC may verify assessment status through its public assessment register.

Consequences of misuse

Enforcement measures

AIGC Australia takes the integrity of its assessment mark seriously. Misuse may result in the following actions:

Formal warning: Written notice requiring immediate correction of misuse
Suspension: Temporary suspension of rights to use the assessment mark pending correction
Revocation: Withdrawal of assessment verification and all associated rights for serious or repeated violations. Revocation may include public update of assessment status.
Public notice: Notification to stakeholders of assessment status changes where appropriate

Reporting misuse

If you become aware of potential misuse of the AIGC Australia assessment verification mark by any party, please report this to us. Protecting the integrity of the mark protects the value of assessment verification for all stakeholders. AIGC reserves the right to pursue legal remedies where misuse results in reputational or commercial harm.

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