Publications

Research, industry insights and applied analysis on AI risk, ethics and governance.

The Strategic Centre produces research, executive briefings and applied insights that enable leaders to understand AI risk, strengthen governance and advance responsible adoption. Our publications draw on academic research, industry practice and cross-sector collaboration to inform ethical, evidence-led and well-governed decision-making.

Research papers

Peer reviewed work, research outputs, working papers, frameworks and evidence-led analysis.

Who Has Authority Over AI? Accountability and Risk Governance Across Public and Private Sectors
2026 · AI & Society Journal
This paper examines the allocation of authority over AI systems across governmental and corporate actors, highlighting governance challenges and accountability mechanisms in practice.
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Trust Before Scale: Decision Architecture as the Missing Infrastructure of AI Governance
2026 · Regulation & Governance Journal
This study explores how decision architecture forms the foundation for scalable, trustworthy AI governance, emphasising procedural design and organisational coordination.
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Responsibility Without Authority: Decision Architecture, Accountability, and Organisational Viability in Algorithmic Organising
2026 · Organization Theory Journal
This research investigates the tension between responsibility and authority in algorithmic decision-making, offering insights into organisational design and sustainable governance practices.
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Executive briefings

Short, actionable intelligence for boards and executive committees.

Leadership Readiness for AI Risk Oversight
2026 · Executive briefing
An overview of the literacy and understanding leaders need to oversee AI risk responsibly. This briefing highlights critical gaps identified in our research and outlines the foundational competencies required for effective oversight.
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Governance Responsibilities in AI Adoption
2026 · Executive briefing
A practical synthesis of the ethical, organisational and strategic questions leaders must address when deploying AI. This briefing provides a clear framework for aligning AI initiatives with values, purpose and long-term strategic intent.
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Ethical and Strategic Considerations in AI Strategy
2026 · Executive briefing
A practical synthesis of the ethical, organisational and strategic questions leaders must address when deploying AI. This briefing provides a clear framework for aligning AI initiatives with values, purpose and long-term strategic intent.
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Commentary and articles

Short-form commentary, thought leadership and practical insights on emerging AI governance issues.

Five Questions Every Board Should Ask About AI
2026 · Article
A set of critical questions designed to help boards initiate structured, evidence-led conversations on AI risk, leadership readiness and governance maturity.
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Linking AI Ethics to Organisational Purpose
2026 · Commentary
Reflections on how executives can align AI initiatives with organisational values, strategic purpose and ethical governance expectations.
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Building Ethical Intelligence in AI Programmes
2026 · Insight
Practical considerations for strengthening ethical awareness, governance capability and decision-making discipline within AI programmes.
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