Organization Assessment Template - WiseRighteous Network

Appendix F — Organization Assessment Template

This template provides a structured framework for assessing the righteousness of organizational AI governance using the Organization Righteousness Index (RI‑O) . It evaluates organizations across the Five Pillars of AI Righteousness and provides actionable insights for improvement.

Instructions: For each item, assess the organization’s AI governance practices using the following scale:

✅ Yes — Fully implemented and consistently practiced
⚠️ Partial — Partially implemented or inconsistent
❌ No — Not implemented or not yet addressed
N/A — Not applicable to this organization context

Assessment Overview

Field	Details
Assessment Date	___
Assessor Name	___
Assessor Role	___
Assessor Organization	___
Organization Name	___
RI‑O Version	1.0
Industry/Sector	___
Organization Size	___
Assessment Type	Initial / Follow-up
Assessment Scope	___
Assessment Context	___

Pillar 1: Integrity — Honest and Transparent Organizational Governance

Integrity requires that organizations govern AI with honesty, transparency, and accountability.

Section 1.1: Policy Transparency

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
1.1.1	Are AI governance policies transparent and accessible to all stakeholders?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.1.2	Are policies clearly communicated to employees and stakeholders?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.1.3	Are policy updates and changes communicated in a timely manner?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.1.4	Are policies available in multiple languages as needed?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.1.5	Is there a process for stakeholders to provide feedback on policies?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Section 1.2: Honest Communication

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
1.2.1	Does the organization communicate honestly about its AI systems?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.2.2	Are AI capabilities and limitations disclosed to stakeholders?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.2.3	Are AI incidents and failures disclosed transparently?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.2.4	Is there a process for correcting miscommunications?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.2.5	Are communications consistent across all channels?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Section 1.3: No Misleading Statements

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
1.3.1	Does the organization avoid making misleading claims about its AI systems?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.3.2	Are marketing materials truthful and accurate?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.3.3	Are public statements about AI verified for accuracy?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.3.4	Is there a process for correcting misleading statements?	☐	☐	☐	☐
1.3.5	Are third‑party claims about the organization’s AI verified?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Pillar 2: Justice — Fair Organizational AI Deployment

Justice requires that organizations deploy AI fairly, equitably, and with respect for human dignity.

Section 2.1: Fair Deployment

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
2.1.1	Are AI systems deployed fairly across the organization and to stakeholders?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.1.2	Are deployment decisions assessed for fairness?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.1.3	Are affected stakeholders consulted before deployment?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.1.4	Is fairness monitoring in place post‑deployment?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.1.5	Are fairness concerns escalated and addressed?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Section 2.2: Equitable Outcomes

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
2.2.1	Do AI systems produce equitable outcomes across different groups?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.2.2	Are outcomes disaggregated by demographic groups?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.2.3	Are disparities identified and addressed?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.2.4	Is there a process for correcting inequitable outcomes?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.2.5	Are equitable outcomes monitored over time?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Section 2.3: Stakeholder Fairness

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
2.3.1	Are all stakeholders treated fairly in AI‑related decisions?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.3.2	Are vulnerable stakeholders protected from AI‑related harm?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.3.3	Is there a process for addressing stakeholder fairness concerns?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.3.4	Are stakeholder rights respected in AI systems?	☐	☐	☐	☐
2.3.5	Is stakeholder fairness monitored and reported?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Pillar 3: Stewardship — Responsible Organizational AI Governance

Stewardship requires that organizations govern AI with care, accountability, and effective oversight.

Section 3.1: Governance Structure

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
3.1.1	Is there a clear governance structure for AI oversight?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.1.2	Is there a designated AI governance lead or committee?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.1.3	Are governance roles and responsibilities clearly defined?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.1.4	Are governance structures documented and communicated?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.1.5	Are governance structures reviewed and updated regularly?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Section 3.2: Accountability

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
3.2.1	Are roles and responsibilities for AI governance clearly defined?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.2.2	Is there clear accountability for AI outcomes?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.2.3	Is accountability documented and communicated?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.2.4	Is there a process for addressing accountability failures?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.2.5	Is accountability reviewed and improved regularly?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Section 3.3: Oversight Mechanisms

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
3.3.1	Are there oversight mechanisms for AI systems?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.3.2	Are independent audits conducted on AI systems?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.3.3	Is there a process for reporting AI-related concerns?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.3.4	Are oversight findings reviewed and acted upon?	☐	☐	☐	☐
3.3.5	Are oversight mechanisms evaluated for effectiveness?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Pillar 4: Wisdom — Strategic and Prudent AI Governance

Wisdom requires that organizations govern AI with sound judgment, foresight, and strategic thinking.

Section 4.1: Strategic Governance

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
4.1.1	Is AI governance aligned with long‑term organizational strategy?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.1.2	Are strategic goals for AI governance established?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.1.3	Is AI governance integrated into organizational planning?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.1.4	Are strategic AI governance decisions documented?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.1.5	Is strategic alignment reviewed regularly?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Section 4.2: Risk Management

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
4.2.1	Are AI risks identified, assessed, and managed?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.2.2	Is there a risk management process for AI systems?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.2.3	Are risks prioritized based on severity?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.2.4	Are risk mitigation strategies implemented?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.2.5	Is risk management reviewed and updated regularly?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Section 4.3: Long‑Term Thinking

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
4.3.1	Are long‑term consequences of AI decisions considered?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.3.2	Is the organization prepared for future AI developments?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.3.3	Are sustainability considerations integrated into AI strategy?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.3.4	Are future regulatory changes anticipated?	☐	☐	☐	☐
4.3.5	Is there a process for scenario planning in AI governance?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Pillar 5: Beneficence — AI for Organizational Mission and Public Good

Beneficence requires that organizations use AI to serve their mission and promote the common good.

Section 5.1: Mission Alignment

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
5.1.1	Does AI serve the organization’s mission and public good?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.1.2	Is AI deployment aligned with organizational values?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.1.3	Is there a process for evaluating mission alignment?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.1.4	Are mission alignment concerns escalated and addressed?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.1.5	Is mission alignment monitored over time?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Section 5.2: Stakeholder Well‑Being

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
5.2.1	Does AI deployment consider stakeholder well‑being?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.2.2	Are stakeholders consulted about AI impacts?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.2.3	Is there a process for addressing well‑being concerns?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.2.4	Are well‑being impacts measured and reported?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.2.5	Is well‑being monitoring integrated into AI governance?	☐	☐	☐	☐

Section 5.3: Social Responsibility

#	Assessment Item	Yes	Partial	No	N/A
5.3.1	Does the organization demonstrate social responsibility in AI use?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.3.2	Is there a commitment to ethical AI practices?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.3.3	Are social responsibility goals established and tracked?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.3.4	Is there stakeholder engagement on social responsibility?	☐	☐	☐	☐
5.3.5	Is social responsibility performance reported?	☐	☐	☐	☐

RI‑O Score Summary

Score Calculation

Pillar	Total Items	Yes	Partial	No	Score (%)
Integrity	15	___	___	___	___%
Justice	15	___	___	___	___%
Stewardship	15	___	___	___	___%
Wisdom	15	___	___	___	___%
Beneficence	15	___	___	___	___%
RI‑O Total	75	___	___	___	___%

Score Interpretation

Score Range	Rating	Description
80–100%	Righteous	Exemplary organizational governance; righteousness is embedded in organizational culture
60–79%	Proficient	Solid governance practices; righteousness is considered but could be strengthened
40–59%	Developing	Foundational practices in place; significant improvement opportunities exist
20–39%	Emerging	Basic awareness exists; organizational governance needs substantial improvement
0–19%	Unassessed	No systematic righteousness assessment has been conducted

Action Plan

Pillar	Priority Gaps	Recommended Actions	Owner	Target Date	Status
Integrity
Justice
Stewardship
Wisdom
Beneficence

Strengths and Opportunities

Key Strengths:

Improvement Opportunities:

Assessment Notes

Observations:

Recommendations:

Next Steps

Step	Action	Owner	Timeline
1	Review assessment findings with leadership team
2	Prioritize action items
3	Assign owners and target dates
4	Implement improvements
5	Schedule follow‑up assessment

Sign‑Off

Role	Name	Signature	Date
Assessor
Organization Lead
Governance Lead