Who actually controls enterprise AI?

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There is no dominant model for how businesses oversee AI, according to a Thoughtworks report. But CIOs feel responsible for the technology’s mistakes.

Published Oct. 7, 2026

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Dive Brief:

  • Despite widespread AI use among enterprises, there’s no consensus around a model for clear ownership of the technology, a Thoughtworks survey published Wednesday found. The tech consultancy surveyed 3,200 CIOs globally in July.
  • The report shows that after the CEO, central IT teams, executive leadership and those in dedicated AI roles have the most influence over AI-related decisions, and the same is true for budgets.
  • Although decision-making is split, the report shows 94% of U.S. CIOs said their team would be held responsible for security breaches or compliance failures triggered by AI tools deployed by other business units.

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