But is it governing it?
Most organisations do not have a problem accessing AI. They have a problem trusting the AI they are already using.
NK-AIgovernance helps you bring order so you can scale AI adoption with the confidence that everything is under control.
What it is
Organisations have been introducing AI into their processes for months (some for years). Sometimes officially. More often not. A team using ChatGPT to draft proposals. A supplier processing your data with an unknown model. An HR tool screening CVs. But nobody is coordinating any of it.
AI arrived before anyone established the rules. Now, with the AI Act in force, those rules exist.
AI governance is not what you think
What AI governance is NOT
- A barrier to innovation
- A compliance exercise that ends up in a drawer
- An isolated IT project
- Cybersecurity or MLOps
- A list of ethical principles
What AI governance IS
- The engine that enables faster AI adoption with fewer incidents
- A living operating system that evolves with your business
- A strategic decision involving leadership, legal, IT and operations
- The bridge connecting technology, risk and business
- Rules, policies and practices with real operational application
Testimonials
Trust is a fundamental pillar of our sector. For us, AI governance and control are the foundation of our strategy and an essential requirement for responsible AI.
NK‑AIgovernance gives us a complete view of all our AI systems, allowing us to catalogue them systematically and proactively identify associated risks.
Pablo Campo CTO, Laboral Kutxa
When we started scaling the use of AI across our operations, we realized something critical: deploying AI without a control framework could jeopardize something we had spent years building. We were not only concerned about regulation, but also about the potential reputational damage. Now, with NK-AIgovernance, we have complete visibility over all the AI systems we use, clear approval workflows, and compliance documentation ready for any external audit. Our conclusion is clear: strong AI governance doesn't slow our operations down,on the contrary, it drives them forward and makes them more resilient
Ion Etxeberria CEO, Ikerlan
Risks
What happens when your organisation uses AI without governance?
Questions you should be asking:
Do you know how many AI tools are currently being used?
You probably don’t have the full picture. Your teams are using ChatGPT, Copilot, third-party tools with built-in AI… without anyone centralizing it. This is what’s known as Shadow AI: AI running inside your organization without approval or evaluation.
Do you know what company data is shared every time someone writes a prompt?
Large language models process vast amounts of information. Without governance, customer data, financial details, or intellectual property could be flowing into unvetted systems. Knowing which AI you use is the first step. Knowing what data you share with it is the second.
Could you prove responsible AI use if a regulator asked tomorrow?
The EU AI Act will begin issuing penalties in August 2026. Non-compliance fine risks can reach up to €35 million or 7% of global annual turnover. But beyond the fines, your clients in banking, industry, and the public sector are already demanding proof of responsible AI use. Having an AI policy is not the same as being able to prove you comply with it.
Did you know that, when AI fails, your organization (and not the software provider) is legally responsible?
When an AI system makes a decision that causes harm, whether in recruitment, credit scoring, or customer classification, the legal liability falls on the company that deployed it, not the vendor who sold the tool. Without governance, you are taking on a risk you likely haven’t even measured.
Risk Map
Data leakage
Confidential information exposed to AI systems without prior security assessment.
Regulatory non-compliance
The AI Act is already in force, and keeping pace with its continuous evolution is far from straightforward.
Shadow AI
AI tools being used without visibility or control by the organisation.
Legal liability
The responsibility lies with the organisation deploying the AI, not the vendor. Today, that means you.
Loss of commercial trust
Banks, public sector organisations and large corporations already require evidence of responsible AI use in their contracts.
Benefits
The questions you’re asking yourself (and their answers)
AI governance sounds like more bureaucracy. Won't it slow innovation?
Organisations with effective AI governance adopt more AI, faster and with fewer incidents. Bureaucracy is what happens when there is no system: ad hoc reviews, approval emails and undocumented decisions. Governance does not slow you down—it enables confident AI adoption.
We already have IT and compliance teams. Why do we need a platform?
Because AI is not only an IT issue or a legal issue. AI governance brings together technology, risk, business and regulation in one place. Instead of spreadsheets and one-off audits, you get a living system that evolves automatically with regulatory changes.
We're an industrial company, not a tech company. Does this apply to us?
Especially. NK‑AIgovernance is designed for industrial and B2B organisations using AI without a dedicated AI compliance team. Under the AI Act, if you use AI tools in your professional activities, you have specific obligations as a deployer.
We don't have time or resources for a lengthy implementation.
From the very first week, you gain visibility into your organisation’s AI. No dedicated technical team and no regulatory expertise required. The platform already incorporates the knowledge and evaluation criteria.
What do we actually gain?
Complete visibility of AI across your organisation. Documented regulatory compliance. Better protection for your data. Stronger credibility with customers and partners that require responsible AI.
What if we need support beyond the platform?
NK‑AIgovernance combines proprietary technology with an expert team that understands your business and remains by your side throughout the journey.
How NK-AIgovernance works
4 steps.
One platform.
Your AI under control.
Everything you need to know what AI you use, how it is used, the risks involved and how to demonstrate compliance when required.
Inventory
Identify and register every AI system and use case across your organisation, including approved tools, employee-led usage and AI embedded in supplier solutions. Build a complete picture of your AI landscape.
Assess
Classify every AI system according to the AI Act risk framework. Evaluate data security, supplier compliance and cybersecurity. Access a catalogue of pre-assessed solutions to speed up approval.
Govern
Apply your corporate AI Policy through approval workflows and governance criteria tailored to your organisation.
Demonstrate
Generate documentation for audits, regulators, customers and public authorities. Always up to date. Always available. Compliance is not enough—you must be able to prove it.
The next step in the evolution of NK-AIgovernance. AI Gateway will add a real-time operational control layer to ensure that AI usage in your enterprise strictly adheres to your approved governance policies. From policy to automated enforcement.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to deploy NK-AIgovernance?
Weeks, not months. You gain visibility over your organization’s AI from week one. No dedicated technical team required.
Do I need a technical team to use it?
No. It is designed for business, compliance, and executive roles. The platform natively incorporates regulatory expertise and assessment criteria.
So, what exactly is NK-AIgovernance?
We provide the criteria to decide which AI to adopt, how to govern it, and how to prove it works. NK-AIgovernance is the platform that makes it operationally possible.
How does this differ from managing it via consultants or Excel spreadsheets?
Consultancies and spreadsheets offer a static snapshot. AI is not static: new tools are introduced daily, vendors change, and regulations evolve. NK-AIgovernance is a living system that continuously adapts to regulatory and technological shifts so you can keep your inventory always up to date.
Which regulations are covered?
It is aligned with the European AI Act (EU Regulation 2024/1689) as its primary framework. The platform automatically updates with relevant regulatory changes.
Can I try it before committing?
Yes. Request a personalized demo with our team and let’s talk.
Is my data secure?
It is a SaaS platform hosted on European infrastructure, developed by a team with over 25 years of experience in critical software and backed by the ecosystem of Ikerlan, Laboral Kutxa, and Corporación Mondragón.
How much does it cost?
From €360/month. Includes one user with full access to all features and email query support. Options for managed AI governance services, assisted onboarding, consulting, and platform customization are also available.
What if we need more than just the platform?
NK-AIgovernance combines proprietary technology with an expert team. If you need implementation support or tailored consulting for your specific case, our team is ready to work alongside you.
