AI Canvas
Decision-making framework for CEOs, CIOs, and boards.
Map AI opportunities, risks, and priorities before investing. The document that aligns business, IT, and risk on a common vision.
The 6 dimensions of the Canvas
A complete framework for governing AI decisions
Opportunities
Use cases identified and assessed for impact and feasibility
Risks
Technical, organizational, legal, and reputational exposure
Priorities
Ranking of initiatives by expected value and effort
Stakeholders
Roles, responsibilities, and governance of the AI program
Capabilities
Skills, data, and infrastructure needed for each initiative
Dependencies
Interconnections between projects, systems, and processes
When it is needed
Situations where the AI Canvas makes a difference
When to use AI Canvas
Concrete use case
"A CIO has identified 15 potential AI use cases"
The AI Canvas helps map them across 6 dimensions (opportunities, risks, priorities, stakeholders, capabilities, dependencies), producing a prioritized roadmap.
The result is a governance framework approvable by the board, with identified quick wins and a 12-18 month plan for strategic initiatives.
What you get
Concrete and actionable outputs to guide AI decisions
AI Canvas Builder
Not just a simple template, but a structured workshop to build the Canvas together with your team. Expert facilitation, proprietary methodology, and ready-to-use templates.
- 4-hour facilitated workshop
- Reusable Canvas template
- Methodological guide for updates
How it works
A collaborative 4-step process
Input Collection
AI Rating, interviews, strategic documents
Opportunity Mapping
Identification and scoring of potential use cases
Risk Analysis
Assessment of impacts and dependencies
Canvas Workshop
Collaborative building with key stakeholders
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is the AI Canvas?
It is a proprietary visual framework that maps AI opportunities, risks, priorities, and governance on a single view. It allows informed decisions and alignment among stakeholders.
How long does the process take?
Typically 2-3 weeks. It includes input collection, analysis, and a collaborative building workshop.
Do I need to have done the AI Rating before?
It is not mandatory, but recommended. The AI Rating provides baselines and evidence that speed up the construction of the Canvas.
Who should participate in the workshop?
Executive sponsor + 5-8 key figures: business owner, IT, operations, risk/legal. The Canvas is an alignment tool.
What can I do with the Canvas once completed?
It becomes the basis for AI roadmaps, business cases, budget allocation, and progress monitoring. It is a living document.
Is the Canvas linked to specific technologies?
No. It is vendor-agnostic and adapts to any technology stack or cloud provider.
What is the AI Canvas Builder?
It is our structured workshop to build the Canvas together with the client. Facilitation, templates, and methodology included.
Can I update the Canvas over time?
Yes. We provide templates and methodology for periodic updates. We recommend a review every 6-12 months.
How does it integrate with AI Strategy?
The Canvas is the heart of AI Strategy. Roadmaps, budgets, and governance derive from the opportunity map.
Is it suitable for SMEs?
Yes. The Canvas scales based on organizational complexity. For SMEs, the process is leaner but equally rigorous.
Ready to build your AI Canvas?
A 30-minute call to understand if and how the AI Canvas can support your decisions.