Information Classification

Governance

The system of policies, rules, and processes by which activities are directed, controlled, and managed.

Right to be Forgotten

A legal concept giving individuals the right to request deletion of their personal data from organisations' records.

Data Sovereignty

The concept that data is subject to the laws and governance structures of the country where it is collected or processed.

Internal Audit

An independent assurance function that evaluates the effectiveness of an organisation's internal controls and governance.

COBIT

Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies — a framework for IT governance and management.

Business Ethics

The application of ethical principles and moral standards to business activities, decisions, and relationships.

Anti-Money Laundering

Laws, regulations, and procedures designed to prevent criminals from disguising illegally obtained funds as legitimate income.

Whistleblower Protection

Legal provisions protecting individuals who report illegal or unethical practices within organisations.

Acceptable Use Policy

A document defining the permitted use of an organisation's IT resources and networks.

AI Regulation

The developing body of laws and policies governing the development, deployment, and use of artificial intelligence systems.

Algorithmic Accountability

The principle that organisations should be answerable for the outcomes and impacts of their algorithmic systems.

Model Risk Management

The governance framework for identifying, measuring, and mitigating risks arising from AI and analytical models.

A controlled environment where businesses can test innovative products and services under regulatory oversight.

The proper handling of personal data including collection, storage, processing, and sharing in compliance with regulations.

A structured approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with AI systems, as defined by standards such as NIST AI RMF and ISO/IEC 42001.

The formal process of documenting and communicating security incidents, breaches, or compliance violations.

The process of identifying, assessing, and controlling threats to an organisation's capital and operations.

A security vulnerability reporting practice where researchers privately notify affected organisations and allow reasonable time for remediation before public disclosure of the vulnerability.

A systematic evaluation of the potential social, economic, and civil rights impacts of an automated decision-making system before and after deployment.

An automated approach to maintaining regulatory compliance through real-time monitoring, policy enforcement, and evidence collection integrated into development and operations pipelines.