Beyond the Hype: AI Governance That Actually Works Today

Brian Ritchie, kama.ai, Felicia Anthonio, #KeepItOn coalition, and Dr. Moses Isooba, Executive Director of UNNGOF for Forus Workshop on AI Activism

Beyond the Hype: AI Governance That Actually Works Today

AI isn’t going to change companies – it’s already doing so, now. But with the potential and power of growth and productivity comes responsibility. That’s where AI Governance becomes essential. This post explores a real-world model that balances safety, flexibility, and business outcomes.

Beyond the Hype: AI Governance That Actually Works Today

AI isn’t going to change companies – it’s already doing so, now. But with the potential and power of growth and productivity comes responsibility. That’s where AI Governance becomes essential. This post explores a real-world model that balances safety, flexibility, and business outcomes.

Why AI Governance Matters 

AI is fast and efficient—but also risky. We all know that large language models (LLM) have been in the press continually about the problem of hallucinations. Although sounding convincing, LLMs can deliver wrong answers, reflect bias, or act on flawed data. These aren’t just tech issues. These are business liabilities. Customers, regulators, and staff all expect accountability. And this isn’t just a theoretical exercise. A single AI error can break trust and damage your brand.

A 2023 Harvard Business Review study found that 42% of companies using AI lacked formal governance. That’s a red flag. Businesses need to set clear rules for how AI behaves. What data does it use? How does it handle risk? This is where AI Governance comes into play.

A Practical Model: Hybrid AI Agents

Hybrid AI Agents blend deterministic Knowledge Graph AI with Generative AI (GenAI) technologies. This setup helps organizations apply automation wisely. It gives teams the choice to prioritize speed or accuracy based on context.

How the system works:

  • If a vetted answer exists, it’s delivered instantly.
  • If not, GenAI checks a Trusted Collection and generates a response.
  • The system flags generated answers that are not brand-approved.
  • This way customers know which are branded and which are probable answers.

This method keeps humans in the loop and puts clear limits on what the AI can say or do.

Anyone in a marketing role, should immediately express a sigh of relief. We now have an AI technology that we can put in customer-facing positions, without the worry it making a negative or foolish headline-making comment.  

Managing Risk With Control Modes

AI use cases vary – so do the risks. Hybrid AI Agents come with three operating modes:

  • Knowledge Graph Mode: Pulls only from verified content. Use this when accuracy is critical.
  • Trusted GenAI Mode: Generates responses using content from a pre-approved document set.
  • Open GenAI Mode: Taps into open LLMs. Best for low-stakes or creative internal tasks.

Teams can pick the mode that fits the moment. Talking to customers? Use deterministic. Running a brainstorm? Use GenAI. This flexibility is what makes the model useful and scalable.

Why It Works for Business Leaders

This model is not theoretical. It’s already working for companies that value trust, accuracy, and brand safety. Hybrid AI Agents:

  • Eliminate hallucinations and misinformation.
  • Deliver clear, consistent customer interactions.
  • Let humans guide, refine, and improve the AI over time.

PwC (2024) found that 63% of CEOs worry their company’s use of AI lacks transparency. With Hybrid AI Agents, transparency is built in. Every answer is traceable. Every data source is known (Trusted Collections <link to BP25-003 blog post>). And every risky situation has a fallback mode.

Gartner (2024) also predicts that by 2026, 75% of firms using AI will mandate centralized governance frameworks. These systems lower cost, raise confidence, and protect brands from AI missteps.

Start With What Works

Fast AI is everywhere. But fast doesn’t mean right. Companies need smart, responsible systems they can trust. Hybrid AI Agents offer just that.

With an intuitive dashboard and human-in-the-loop workflow, organizations can adopt AI today. This without the fear of losing control. It’s a model that meets business needs now, rather than tomorrow’s hype.

If you’re exploring AI, don’t wait for a costly mistake. Lead with governance. Build trust. Set the rules before the first line of code is deployed. 

Before you start your own journey along the AI path, speak with an AI expert at kama.ai. There is no pressure in an open conversation about what you need in a Responsible AI solution. Speak with an expert.

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