A practical decision-making framework for enterprise AI strategy.
Overview
The AI Strategy Options Matrix helps organizations evaluate AI initiatives across three critical dimensions:
- Innovation Potential: Technical feasibility and competitive advantage
- Governance Requirements: Risk management and compliance needs
- Resource Allocation: Budget, talent, and infrastructure requirements
Framework Components
Innovation Scoring
- Technical maturity assessment
- Market opportunity evaluation
- Competitive differentiation potential
Governance Mapping
- Regulatory compliance requirements
- Risk tolerance evaluation
- Ethical considerations
Resource Planning
- Budget allocation guidelines
- Talent acquisition needs
- Infrastructure requirements
Implementation Process
- Assess Current State: Map existing AI capabilities and initiatives
- Score New Initiatives: Evaluate proposals using the matrix criteria
- Prioritize Investments: Rank initiatives by strategic value
- Monitor Progress: Track implementation against matrix predictions
Key Benefits
- Structured Decision Making: Reduces bias in AI investment decisions
- Risk Management: Identifies governance requirements upfront
- Resource Optimization: Ensures efficient allocation of limited resources
- Strategic Alignment: Connects AI initiatives to business outcomes
This framework has been used by Fortune 500 companies and government agencies to structure their AI strategy development and investment decisions.