Technology Brief: A Board Primer on Artificial Intelligence

In brief: Given the wide-ranging implications of artificial intelligence (AI) for businesses across all industries, corporate leaders need to carefully consider how AI might be incorporated into their broader strategies while giving careful thought to the development of proper oversight frameworks for this emerging technology. This joint NACD and Accenture brief offers a primer for boards looking to strengthen their understanding of AI. It outlines the technology’s functions and provides practical guidance to help board leaders understand how to exploit the technology’s potential opportunities and mitigate its likely risks.