This report evaluates the risks and benefits of governmental adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). It provides a comprehensive analysis of public-sector AI governance, from its systems and frameworks to approaches and policies, as well as a shifting emphasis on the speed of adoption and on reducing regulatory burden. Drawing on a comparative literature review and interviews, the report guides leaders in building and implementing AI governance in public-sector organisations to ensure AI is safe, ethical, secure, and aligned with mission and values.

Five stages of best practice are discussed: policy development, leadership and resourcing, intake and inventory, risk assessment and management, and publication and engagement.