Procurement Magazine Aug W3 2026 | Page 85

It shortens due diligence cycles, strengthens credibility in regulated markets and accelerates adoption because the guardrails are already in place. It also allows organisations to adapt more effectively as regulation evolves, rather than scrambling to retrofit under pressure.“ In other words, good governance does not simply reduce risk, it increases competitiveness. It helps win deals, deepen trust, and build confidence among boards, customers, and regulators,” says Eric. But that success only comes with clarity.“ Freedom without clarity creates hesitation,” says Eric.

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of employees use AI tools at work that are not officially sanctioned or approved by their corporate IT or security teams( Microsoft)