Assessing Organizational Readiness for AI

Author

Rodriguez, B., Tiderman, L., Kock, S.

Description

This brief presents WestEd’s Data Integration Support Center (DISC) AI readiness assessment framework to help public agencies evaluate their capacity for AI implementation. The framework examines four key areas: organizational value, infrastructure and architecture readiness, privacy and security, and data readiness and governance. Through systematic examination of these areas, agencies can make informed decisions about proceeding with AI initiatives and identify areas needing further development.

Summary

Is your agency ready for AI? Before launching AI initiatives, public agencies must navigate unique challenges—from protecting sensitive data to meeting citizen expectations for quality services.

This spotlight brief provides a comprehensive framework for conducting AI readiness assessments across four critical areas: organizational value, infrastructure readiness, privacy and security, and data governance. Learn how to identify gaps, develop improvement plans, and make informed decisions about AI investments through use case-specific evaluations.

Whether your agency is ready to proceed immediately or needs foundational capability development, this framework provides the strategic roadmap for responsible AI adoption in the public sector.

Discover how to evaluate your agency’s AI preparedness and avoid costly implementation challenges.

DISC offers free technical assistance to help public agencies develop GenAI use cases and implementation strategies tailored to their specific needs. Contact DISC to schedule a consultation or learn more about available support services. For additional AI resources and briefs, visit disc.wested.org/focus-areas/ai/.