Em 2026, artificial intelligence ceased to be just a technological trend to become a strategic infrastructure in business. Recent research indicates that the adoption of AI is already wide, studies show that up to 86% of Brazilian companies already use AI in corporate operations, with relevant impacts on efficiency and operational innovation.

Rapid Adoption, Overdue Governance

Despite this advance, AI governance is clearly lagging behind in relation to use. Only about 25% of organizations have implemented formal AI governance programs with operational mechanisms, a gap that increases compliance, security and reputation risks.

Reports also highlight that many companies do not have full visibility of where and how AI tools are used or clear oversight policies, which opens room for loopholes, misuse of sensitive data and compliance failures.

Opportunity and Risk: Governance that Makes a Difference

AI can deliver substantial gains in productivity and decision quality, but only when a robust governance framework is structured and driven by data and business risk. Organizations that formalize AI policies and controls observe:

• Reduction of incidents of exposure of sensitive information;
• Greater executive confidence in technology adoption;
• Automated processes with evidence ready for audit.

These benefits are consistent with the indicators of technological maturity and compliance that market leading customers report when governance frameworks are effectively implemented.

Governance of AI as a Competitive Differential

The difference between companies that lead and those that are left behind in 2026 is not just to use AI, but to govern it with clarity and control. This means:

• Formal and updated policies of use, aligned with real risks;
• Continuous monitoring of tools and models in production;
• Measurable corporate training in AI literacy;
• Integration with internal controls and permanent audit.

Such practices reduce operational and legal risks, and transform GRC from a reactive apparatus into a sustainable competitive advantage.

Conclusion: Preparing for 2026 is mandatory

The CRM of the future not only mitigates risks, it enables sustainable growth, secure innovation and market confidence. In an evolving regulatory environment and with expanded relative exposure risks, AI governance is no longer optional and becomes a criterion for survival and corporate leadership.

Ready to structure mature and effective AI governance? Connect with Vennx experts to transform compliance into strategic advantage in 2026.

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