This week, SAS Institute Inc. announced a significant development in AI governance and operationalization during its SAS Innovate conference. The company introduced the SAS AI Navigator, a software-as-a-service solution currently in private preview, which aims to help organizations manage and govern their AI applications across various models and processes. This initiative addresses the growing concerns about “shadow AI,” with research indicating that the deployment of AI technologies is outpacing investments in secure and trustworthy AI frameworks.
Analysts have warned that by 2030, over 40% of enterprises could experience security or compliance incidents due to unauthorized AI tools, according to Gartner. The SAS AI Navigator will provide businesses with an overview of their AI assets throughout their lifecycle, promoting a structured approach to AI governance that encourages innovation while mitigating risks.
In addition to the AI Navigator, SAS unveiled updates to the SAS Viya platform, enhancing its capabilities for integrating AI assistants and autonomous agents alongside human oversight. These enhancements are designed to support enterprises in implementing large-scale AI solutions tailored to specific use cases, thus facilitating the transition from experimentation to practical applications.