How We Help

Accelerating Your Responsible AI Maturity

The RAI Institute empowers organizations to implement Responsible AI effectively. We provide practical tools, assessments, certifications, and training tailored to each member’s unique RAI journey. Our resources blend global regulatory insights with industry best practices, offering clear answers to ‘What do I do?’ and ‘Where do I start?

97%

of organizations are actively engaging with AI, with 74% already incorporating generative AI technologies in production.

74%

of organizations lack a comprehensive, organization-wide approach to responsible AI.

41%

of leaders are realizing business benefits from their RAI efforts, compared to only 14% of Non-Leaders.

93%

of business executives agree that building and maintaining trust improves the bottom line.

94%

of executives face at least one challenge when building trust with stakeholders.

Trust is won in drops and lost in buckets

In today’s unpredictable market, trust is a critical differentiator and the cornerstone of innovation, emphasizing the importance of getting AI right from the start and incorporating risk protection measures by design.

Navigating the AI landscape: challenges and solutions

As organizations strive to harness the power of AI, they encounter a complex landscape filled with technological, ethical, and regulatory challenges. At the RAI Institute, we’ve developed targeted solutions to address these hurdles and help organizations implement AI responsibly and effectively. Here are some of the key challenges organizations face and how we can help overcome them:

Navigating Complexity

Challenge: The AI landscape is fast-paced and information-dense.

Solution: We provide tailored guidance, including our Top-20 Controls framework, to jumpstart AI governance with the right guardrails.

Regulatory Uncertainty

Challenge: Lack of clear, binding guidance beyond the EU AIA.

Solution: We help develop internal frameworks based on best practices to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape.

Third-Party AI Systems

Challenge: Assessing risks in AI procurement.

Solution: We implement robust assessment frameworks to ensure ethical and technical standards are met.

AI Governance

Challenge: Unclear responsibilities for AI oversight.

Solution: We establish clear governance structures and help identify key stakeholders, including roles like Chief AI Ethics Officers.

Scaling AI Initiatives

Challenge: Consistent AI deployment across organizations is complex.

Solution: We develop structured implementation strategies and prioritization frameworks for effective scaling.

Showing Value & Securing Budgets

Challenge: Quantifying the ROI of responsible AI initiatives for budget approval.

Solution: Create a “Responsible AI Scorecard” linking ethical practices to measurable business outcomes.

How We Help

Gaps Assessment

Our assessments provide roadmaps to enhance Responsible AI maturity at organizational and system levels.

Organizational Maturity Assessment (OMA): Evaluate organizational responsible AI maturity and receive guidance to improve practices. Mapped against ISO 42001 and NIST AI Risk Management Framework, OMA assesses alignments and gaps in responsible AI practices using actionable criteria at the organizational level.

System Lifecycle Assessment (SLA): Evaluate responsible AI maturity of specific AI system use cases. Focus: minimizing harm, bias, and errors; enhancing accountability and governance. Aligns with NIST AI Risk Management Framework, testing responsible AI criteria across AI system lifecycle.

Recommendations Blueprint

Our Recommendations Blueprint empowers member organizations by delivering a tailored overview of strategic recommendations and actionable next steps to elevate their Responsible AI maturity. This comprehensive guide addresses both organizational practices and specific AI system use cases, ensuring a holistic approach to ethical AI implementation and continuous improvement.

Implementation Guidance

Equips organizations with tools, knowledge, and expert support to integrate responsible AI practices. Provides training, Q&A sessions, leadership alignment, and custom asset development for effective AI implementation.

Training: Empower teams with essential knowledge and skills. Flexible options from on-demand to custom-built programs.

Interactive Q&A Sessions: Real-time insights from policy experts. Direct access to expert advice for complex AI challenges.

Leadership Validation Sessions: Align leadership with responsible AI best practices. Focus on validating AI value within organizational strategy.

Implementation Asset (Co-)Development: Create bespoke assets – policies, frameworks, tools – supporting responsible AI journey. Tailored to specific roadmap and objectives.

Thought Leadership

Harness the power of thought leadership to position your organization at the forefront of responsible AI. Our Thought Leadership Development offering provides members with the unique opportunity to co-create impactful content that showcases their expertise and commitment to responsible AI practices. Whether through blog posts, guidebooks, or case studies, we work closely with our members to craft compelling narratives that shape discussions around AI risks and opportunities.

RAISE Pathways: A Comprehensive Approach to AI Maturity

In today’s rapidly evolving AI landscape, establishing robust governance isn’t just good practice—it’s essential for success. RAISE Pathways helps organizations like yours build, scale, and validate responsible AI practices that align with global standards.

Your Path to AI Excellence Starts Here

Start down the path by taking our free AI-powered assessment to receive your RAI Maturity Scorecard and actionable roadmap for strengthening your AI governance.

Why RAISE Pathways?

Aligns with global standards including NIST RMF, ISO 42001, and EU AI Act
Provides flexible, scalable solutions for any stage of AI maturity
Delivers expert-led training and certification
Offers comprehensive implementation tools and resources
Facilitates valuable peer learning and industry collaboration

Four Tiers of Excellence

Progress through our structured maturity framework:

RAI Explorer
RAI Accelerator
RAI Innovator
RAI Transformer

Each tier unlocks new capabilities and resources to advance your AI governance journey.

Core Program Benefits

Continuous Assessment & Benchmarking

Track your progress and align with evolving regulatory expectations through regular maturity assessments.

Expert Training & Certification

Build team expertise through self-paced learning, executive workshops, and governance deep dives.

Implementation Toolkits

Access policy templates, risk management playbooks, and compliance monitoring guides to operationalize your AI governance.

Industry Collaboration

Join leadership summits, policy forums, and sector-specific working groups to share insights and shape best practices.

Validate Your Progress

Earn renewable, milestone-based benchmarks and achievement badges that demonstrate your organization’s commitment to responsible AI leadership.

Get Started Today

Schedule your RAISE Pathways consultation and take the first step toward AI excellence.

Access our comprehensive resources through RAISE Pathways membership or purchase essential tools separately through the RAI Foundations Pack.

Join the RAI Hub Community

Join the RAI Hub to access essential tools, expert guidance, and industry insights. Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, our resources help you implement AI responsibly and confidently. Stay ahead of regulations, connect with peers, and turn responsible AI into your competitive edge.