Why it matters

Risk avoidance is valid option. Understanding shapes governance.

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The architecture

Governance council reviews high-risk cases.

Decline if risk unacceptable.

Document decision.

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AI risk avoidance.
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How it works end to end

Governance council authority.

Written declines with rationale.

Alternative approaches suggested.