Boards that govern AI well don’t just oversee more – They operate differently - Businessday NG

Most boards review the past, but the boards that will govern AI well will spend far more time preparing for the future.

That distinction may become one of the defining characteristics of effective governance in the coming decade.

Historically, board oversight has been built around periodic review. Management develops strategy, executes plans, reports performance, and escalates material risks. Boards provide oversight through meetings, reports, committee structures, and governance processes designed to ensure accountability and long-term stewardship.

That model has served organisations well.

The challenge is that AI is changing the pace, scale, and nature of organisational decision-making.