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
