Value Matrix
Excellent question.
If AIR starts with value, then leaders must know which values they can consciously choose from.
Below is a structured overview of value domains organisations typically operate within.
This is not a random list — it is architecturally organised for strategic use.
🌍 Value Domains for AI Governance
Values are grouped into 8 core domains.
Each organisation selects:
- 1 Dominant Value (always wins in trade-offs)
- 3–5 Supporting Values (enable and protect the dominant value)
1️⃣ Economic Value
Focus: Financial sustainability & performance
Possible values:
- Profitability
- Cost-efficiency
- Revenue growth
- Margin optimisation
- Shareholder return
- Asset utilisation
Risk if dominant:
Efficiency may override trust or quality.
2️⃣ Customer / User Value
Focus: Experience & perceived benefit
Possible values:
- Customer satisfaction
- Accessibility
- Service speed
- Personalisation
- Transparency
- Convenience
Risk if dominant:
May compromise internal control or compliance.
3️⃣ Quality & Professional Value
Focus: Excellence & standards
Possible values:
- Accuracy
- Reliability
- Precision
- Craftsmanship
- Professional integrity
- Evidence-based decision-making
Risk if dominant:
May reduce agility or speed.
4️⃣ Trust & Ethical Value
Focus: Legitimacy & moral responsibility
Possible values:
- Transparency
- Fairness
- Non-discrimination
- Privacy
- Integrity
- Accountability
Risk if dominant:
May slow innovation.
5️⃣ Compliance & Legal Value
Focus: Regulation & auditability
Possible values:
- Regulatory adherence
- Traceability
- Documentation integrity
- Risk mitigation
- Legal defensibility
Risk if dominant:
May reduce flexibility.
6️⃣ Human Performance Value
Focus: Human capability & autonomy
Possible values:
- Autonomy
- Skill development
- Decision quality
- Role clarity
- Cognitive support
- Meaningful work
Risk if dominant:
May limit automation opportunities.
7️⃣ Innovation & Strategic Value
Focus: Competitive advantage
Possible values:
- Agility
- Experimentation
- Scalability
- Market differentiation
- Speed-to-market
- Strategic adaptability
Risk if dominant:
May increase governance risk.
8️⃣ Societal & Sustainability Value
Focus: Broader impact
Possible values:
- Environmental sustainability
- Social responsibility
- Inclusion
- Long-term resilience
- Public trust
- ESG alignment
Risk if dominant:
May conflict with short-term financial goals.