Introduction
Implementing AI responsibly requires more than just technical capability. It demands a holistic approach that spans governance, risk management, technical infrastructure, culture, and continuous oversight.
Our AI Readiness Assessment evaluates organisations across 15 critical dimensions, helping you understand where you are today and what it takes to mature your AI capabilities.
About This Guide
This comprehensive guide breaks down AI readiness into 15 interconnected dimensions. Each dimension represents a critical area that contributes to successful, responsible AI adoption.
The 15 dimensions are organized across five key themes:
- Governance & Compliance (Dimensions 1-2)
- Operations & Management (Dimensions 3-6)
- Technical Foundation (Dimensions 7-9)
- Data & Ethics (Dimensions 10-11)
- Enterprise Integration (Dimensions 12-15)
Understanding the Maturity Levels
Each dimension is assessed across four progressive levels:
📊 Basic — Minimal or ad-hoc practices, with significant gaps in governance, oversight, or capability.
📈 Standard — Foundational practices in place, with basic controls and processes established.
🚀 Advanced — Mature practices with structured processes, integration across functions, and proactive management.
⭐ Leading — Best-in-class practices, with AI deeply embedded in enterprise strategy, continuous improvement, and industry-leading transparency.
These levels help you benchmark your organisation’s current state and identify the path to best-in-class AI adoption.
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How to Use This Guide
- Explore each dimension using the navigation on the right
- Assess your current state against the maturity levels
- Identify gaps and prioritization opportunities
- Develop your roadmap for AI maturity growth
What’s Next?
We are developing an interactive self-assessment tool to help you evaluate your organisation’s maturity across each dimension, identify gaps, and prioritise improvements.
See the Framework in Practice
Want to see how these 15 dimensions apply to your industry? Explore sector-specific guidance showing how construction, energy, and legal leaders are implementing AI readiness:
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Continue Your Learning Journey
After assessing your AI readiness, explore these related guides to deepen your understanding and plan your implementation:
🗺️ AI Model Landscape
After assessing readiness, understand your technology options—explore AI models, deployment approaches, and vendor ecosystems.
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🏢 AI Center of Excellence
Ready to scale? Learn how to build an AI CoE to manage enterprise-wide AI adoption and governance.
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Ready to Get AI-Ready?
Now that you understand the 15 dimensions of AI readiness, the logical next step is to start building these capabilities in your organisation.
Start with Stage 1: Get AI-Ready
Work with us to assess your current state, develop AI policy & governance, build risk management frameworks, and train your team.
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Discuss Your Situation
Not sure where to start? Get in touch to discuss your current state, challenges, and priorities—we'll help you find the right path forward.
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