e& has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with IBM to deploy a comprehensive, end-to-end AI and Generative AI governance solution, revealed today at the World Economic Forum 2025 in Davos. This strategic partnership aims to strengthen e&’s AI governance framework, ensuring compliance, oversight, and ethical standards across its growing AI ecosystem.
The solution will utilize IBM’s watsonx.governance platform for enterprise AI and data governance, combined with IBM Consulting’s expertise in AI implementation. This collaboration builds on e&’s commitment to scaling AI responsibly while addressing compliance, transparency, and ethical oversight, ensuring that its AI systems are aligned with regulatory requirements and promoting long-term value and accountability.
This partnership will tackle key challenges such as maintaining consistent oversight of AI systems, managing risks like non-compliance, and addressing ethical concerns, while monitoring AI performance at scale. As e& continues to expand its AI capabilities, it is focused on establishing a robust framework that mitigates bias, safeguards data, and fosters transparency in its operations.
Dena Almansoori, Group Chief AI and Data Officer at e&, emphasized the importance of responsible governance in AI’s transformative role across industries. “At e&, we are committed to leading by example and setting the global benchmark for AI governance. This collaboration with IBM ensures transparency, explainability, and efficiency across our AI operations,” she stated.
Shukri Eid, General Manager for Gulf, Levant & Pakistan at IBM, noted that IBM watsonx empowers organizations like e& to navigate the complexities of AI governance. “By integrating automation, real-time monitoring, and centralized oversight, we are addressing key governance challenges and reducing AI risks. This milestone strengthens our partnership with e& and accelerates responsible AI innovation,” he said.
