As businesses use AI and machine learning in key workflows, ensuring these systems are trustworthy and compliant is a major challenge. To tackle this, IBM has released watsonx.governance 2.1. This update offers a strong set of tools for governance, risk, and compliance. It helps organizations manage AI responsibly and at scale.
watsonx.governance 2.1 enables companies to govern any model, regardless of where it’s deployed. A deepening collaboration with Amazon SageMaker is delivering tighter integration: users will soon be able to link SageMaker model registries and model‑cards directly into the watsonx console, automating risk assessments and approval workflows while giving a unified view across multiple SageMaker accounts.
The update also brings enhanced AI‑security capabilities through integration with Guardium AI Security. This merger helps organisations detect unregistered “shadow” AI deployments, flag security vulnerabilities and misconfigurations, and ensure that governance and security policies are applied holistically to models, data, and usage.
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A new feature set under the “Evaluation Studio” improves scalability for AI adoption: enterprises will be able to review multiple AI assets simultaneously, compare performance against defined criteria, and incorporate human feedback for model calibration and fine‑tuning — all within a single dashboard.
To support compliance with evolving global AI regulations, watsonx.governance 2.1 expands its risk taxonomy to include non‑technical risks and introduces assessments for model‑onboarding and use‑case risk. This gives organisations a more complete view of potential compliance and reputational hazards before deployment.
As AI use increases and rules evolve, watsonx.governance 2.1 positions IBM as a top provider of AI governance. The platform lets organizations quickly deploy AI while ensuring transparency, security, and compliance. This approach builds trust in AI-driven business transformation.