Without operational visibility across interconnected systems, governance gaps are inevitable — and regulators are paying attention. The Gist AI complexity grows between systems. Organizations often govern individual AI tools while missing downstream dependencies shaping customer outcomes. Operating models lag intelligence systems. Traditional governance structures built for siloed technologies increasingly struggle with interconnected AI environments. Operational visibility becomes strategic. The next phase of AI maturity depends less on deploying tools and more on governing intelligence flows responsibly. Digital transformation can feel a lot like renovating an old house. Initially, the work feels manageable: repaint the master bedroom, replace the dining-room wallpaper, modernize the entryway lighting, update the kitchen cabinets. Individually, each improvement makes sense, seems straightforward and often delivers immediate value. Then you open the walls. Suddenly, you see exposed dependencies everywhere.…