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The Evolution of AI Systems: From Learning to Self-Creation
In today's world of artificial intelligence, not all systems are created equal. As we push the boundaries of technological innovation,...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


Safety of the Intended Functionality: Re-imagining Safety in Intelligent Systems
When it comes to intelligent systems, safety has outgrown its traditional boundaries of risk assessment. While the traditional approach...
Raimund Laqua
3 min read


The Philosophy of Operational Compliance
The philosophy of Operational Compliance is a guiding mindset and approach that shapes how individuals and organizations align their...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


Taking Control: Building an Integrated Compliance Management System
As a compliance engineer, I've noticed a common misconception: that compliance is primarily about audits and controls that should be...
Raimund Laqua
3 min read


The Hidden Costs of Multiple Compliance Frameworks
Many organizations today must navigate a complex web of compliance requirements. They use multiple frameworks, standards, and...
Raimund Laqua
1 min read


AI Safety Approach (ISO PAS 8800)
As a Compliance Engineer, I'm focused on developing robust methodologies for emerging compliance challenges. A recent IEEE webinar that I...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


When Getting Lean Puts You at Risk: A Cautionary Tale
In my 30+ years working with organizations on their transformation journeys, I've noticed a concerning trend that keeps me up at night....
Raimund Laqua
3 min read


AI, AI, Oh!
When it comes to compliance, labelling everything as AI might be a bad idea. For example, engineering has traditionally relied on...
Raimund Laqua
1 min read


Exploring Potential Assurance Models for AI Systems
As AI systems are increasingly embedded in critical functions across industries, ensuring their reliability, security, and performance is...
Raimund Laqua
3 min read


Leveraging Systems Engineering for Effective Compliance
When it comes to developing capabilities that need to perform, that are reliable and that you can trust, within targeted budgets and time...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


What Corporate Compliance Still Hasn't Learned
While recently listening to a podcast about leveraging AI to extract insights from complaints, it highlighted something that's long...
Raimund Laqua
3 min read


From Telescope to Steering Wheel: Understanding Governance
As a compliance engineer who's spent years helping organizations streamline their governance, risk and compliance programs, I've noticed...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


Building a Better Compliance Program: The Metrics That Actually Matter
As a compliance engineer with 30+ years of experience, I've learned that not all metrics are created equal. Today, I want to share a...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


Don't Make This Costly Mistake With Your Compliance Controls
As a compliance professional, you know that navigating the web of security standards, industry regulations, and business obligations is...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


Third-Party AI Risk: Are You Covered?
While your organization may be committed to practising safe and responsible AI, what about your third-party partners? From suppliers and...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


Implementing an AI Compliance Program: A Lean Startup Approach
AI compliance demands a fundamentally new mindset. Many organizations fall into one of two limiting perspectives: either viewing...
Raimund Laqua
3 min read


How To Get The Most From Your ISO Management System
Getting the most value from your ISO Management System requires more than just maintaining certification. By taking a strategic approach,...
Raimund Laqua
4 min read


Turn Your Compliance Silos Into Compliance Pillars
Lean TCM (Total Compliance Management) is a strategic framework that transforms compliance management through four fundamental adaptive...
Raimund Laqua
1 min read


Holistic Risk Management: A Modern Necessity for Compliance
When it comes to compliance success, you need to pay attention to all the risk – the threats and the opportunities. This requires...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


Toasters on Trial: The Slippery Slope of Crediting AI for Discoveries
In recent days, a thought-provoking statement was made suggesting that artificial intelligence (AI) should receive recognition for...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


Uncertainty: A Ruthless Master
In risk and compliance, we often assess the likelihood of significant events that could harm employees or damage facilities. Imagine...
Raimund Laqua
2 min read


What is Compliance?
Compliance is an end, a means, a measure, and a value. ➡️ As an “end” it is the outcome of meeting all your obligations – better safety,...
Raimund Laqua
1 min read


Reverse Engineering Success: The Inversion Approach to Compliance
When it comes to decision-making, a common approach is to work forwards—to start from a problem and try to figure out the steps toward a...
Raimund Laqua
4 min read


A Structured Approach to Continuous Improvement in Compliance Management Using Four Problem Types
Are you looking for a structured way to enhance your compliance management system? Art Smalley’s foundational book provides a framework...
Raimund Laqua
3 min read
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