This episode introduces the **AI Dependency Register**, a strategic governance tool designed to help boards and audit committees manage **operational reliance** on artificial intelligence. While many organisations track their AI tools, few understand the **resilience risks** that emerge when business workflows become inseparable from specific models or suppliers. This document explains that **unmanaged dependency** often develops through repeated local use, potentially leading to systemic failure if a service is disrupted or modified. The proposed register addresses this by mapping the entire **supply chain**, including fallback options, accountability, and technical ownership. Ultimately, the source argues that the goal of modern governance is not to avoid AI, but to achieve **acceptable dependency by design** through total visibility.
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