According to a recent IDC report, Innovation Road Map: Government Agencies' Digital Policy for Emerging Tech in Asia/Pacific, effective use of emerging technologies requires robust governance, particularly the use of AI within government agencies.
The second wave of IDC's Future Enterprise Resiliency Survey, 2024, reveals that the majority (86%) of Asia/Pacific (AP) government agencies believe in the importance of AI governance, and more than half (59%) think these regulations will positively impact the future of AI.
"Effective governance is essential for incorporating emerging technologies such as AI into government functions, as it builds trust and ensures accountability. However, many Asia/Pacific government agencies lack robust governance frameworks. To address this gap, a coordinated approach like establishing an AI governance committee or board is essential for ensuring effective AI governance," says Ravi Kant Sharma, research director, Government Insights, IDC Asia Pacific.
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The study also reveals that only 22% of large AP government agencies have implemented comprehensive, responsible AI governance policies, while less than half (47%) share such policies only with key stakeholders. Moreover, IDC reports that only half have an executive supervising AI initiatives, and only a third of AP government agencies have an AI governance committee.
