In a significant stride towards fostering responsible and transparent artificial intelligence (AI) practices, IBM has unveiled Watsonx.governance, set to be widely accessible in early December. This new tool is meant to help businesses understand AI models and the data that goes with them. It accomplishes this by addressing the issues that arise with the development of generative AI, particularly those that use foundation models or large language models (LLMs).
The advent of LLMs has undeniably unlocked numerous business use cases, yet it concurrently introduces novel risks and complexities. These range from concerns about the fairness and accuracy of training data, often sourced from the internet, to the opacity of AI outputs. Watsonx.governance is strategically designed to empower enterprises in managing risks, embracing transparency, and proactively preparing for the evolving landscape of AI-focused regulations.
Kareem Yusuf, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Product Management and Growth at IBM Software, highlighted the key challenges faced by companies eager to leverage powerful AI models. "Company boards and CEOs are looking to reap the rewards from today's more powerful AI models, but the risks due to a lack of transparency and inability to govern these models have been holding them back," said Yusuf.
Watsonx.governance enables businesses to efficiently manage, monitor, and govern AI models from any location. It leverages a combination of LLMs sourced from IT providers and open-source communities, fostering collaboration and innovation in AI development.
For organizations struggling with the implementation and management of LLMs and machine learning (ML) models, Watsonx.governance provides an automated solution. This empowers businesses to automate AI governance processes, monitor models in real-time, and take corrective actions, thereby enhancing overall visibility and accountability.
As AI laws around the world change, Watsonx.governance's ability to turn regulations into enforceable policies makes it an essential tool for businesses trying to find their way through the complicated regulatory landscape. IBM Consulting, with its strategic expertise, is now equipped to offer automated model governance and organizational governance, covering people, processes, and technology. This holistic approach helps clients scale responsible AI adoption seamlessly.
Watsonx.governance is part of the broader IBM Watsonx AI and data platform, which includes AI assistants and a next-generation enterprise studio for AI makers. The platform integrates Watsonx.AI, providing an open, hybrid, and controlled data storage environment. Additionally, IBM has emphasized its commitment to intellectual property protection for its Watsonx models, reinforcing the importance of safeguarding AI innovations.
By providing a comprehensive solution for AI governance, transparency, and accountability, IBM is poised to play a crucial role in shaping the responsible AI practices of the future.
