AI Governance: Architected. Demonstrable. Auditable.

Cogniwaves helps organizations deploy AI safely, ethically and in compliance with regulations, through architecture rather than empty policies.
The problem
Companies deploy AI without a governance framework, without systematic risk management, without the ability to demonstrate compliance. Quebec's Law 25 already imposes obligations on automated decisions. The EU AI Act becomes fully applicable in August 2026. Penalties reach $25M or 4% of global revenue. Meanwhile, most consultants sell policies in PowerPoints.
Our approach
We apply proven methodologies (SABSA, ISO 42001, TOGAF, ArchiMate) to the architecture of AI governance systems. Our framework integrates measurable SABSA attributes, the ISO/IEC 42001 standard, ArchiMate 3.2 notation, and an article by article mapping to Law 25.
The result
A traceable architecture from the board of directors down to the technical components that produce measurable KPIs. AI governance is not just another document. It is a control system, demonstrable and defensible before a regulator, an auditor, or a board.
Rare expertise in Canada

ISO/IEC 42001 Senior Lead Implementer
SABSA Chartered Security Architect (A3)
CRISC, TOGAF, ArchiMate 3
25+ years in security architecture (Desjardins, Hydro-Québec, Vidéotron, IBM)

Typical engagements

AI governance architecture
ISO/IEC 42001 implementation
AI risk traceability
Maturity assessments
Fractional CAIDO role
Audit and board readiness

Greater Montreal | Quebec | Canada | International

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