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AI Risk Management Framework
Identify and mitigate AI-related risks with a structured approach.
6 min readUpdated Feb 1, 2026
AI Risk Management Framework
A structured approach to identifying and mitigating AI-related risks.
AI Inventory
Maintain a registry of all AI tools and integrations:
| Tool | Risk Level | Owner | Last Review |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | Medium | IT | 2026-01 |
| Copilot | Low | Dev | 2026-01 |
Data Classification
Define what data can be sent to AI systems:
- **Public** - Can be freely shared
- **Internal** - Requires approval
- **Confidential** - Never share with external AI
- **PII** - Strict anonymization required
Output Validation
For high-stakes decisions:
- Require human validation before action
- Document AI recommendations vs. final decisions
- Track accuracy over time
- Establish escalation procedures
Incident Playbooks
Prepare response plans for:
- AI system failures
- Hallucination incidents
- Bias discoveries
- Data breach scenarios