Setting Up GenAI Centers of Excellence (CoEs)

Build centralized teams and best practices to scale GenAI initiatives.

Pillar

Process – Workflow, Governance, Risk & Efficiency

Overview

This course guides organizations in establishing GenAI Centers of Excellence (CoEs) to drive standardized, scalable, and sustainable AI adoption. Participants will learn how to build cross-functional teams, develop governance frameworks, and promote best practices for enterprise-wide GenAI deployment.

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Define the purpose and scope of a GenAI CoE

• Structure and staff effective CoE teams

• Develop governance, policies, and standards for GenAI

• Create processes to manage GenAI projects and innovation

• Measure and communicate CoE impact across the organization

Target Audience

• AI program managers and executives

• Innovation leaders and transformation officers

• Governance and compliance teams

• AI practitioners and business unit heads

Duration

20 hours over 4 days (5 hours per day)

Delivery Format

• Interactive planning workshops

• Case studies on successful CoEs

• Templates and tools for CoE setup and operation

Materials Provided

• CoE structure and governance templates

• Project management and communication tools

• Best practice guides and checklists

• Certificate of completion

Outcomes

• Establish a high-impact GenAI Center of Excellence

• Align CoE activities with organizational goals

• Facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing

• Drive continuous innovation and responsible AI use

Outline / Content

Day 1: Introduction to GenAI Centers of Excellence

• Role and benefits of CoEs in AI adoption

• Identifying strategic objectives and scope

• Stakeholder engagement and support

Day 2: Designing CoE Structure and Governance

• Team composition and roles

• Governance frameworks and policies

• Resource planning and budgeting

Day 3: Managing GenAI Projects and Innovation

• Project intake and prioritization processes

• Standardizing methodologies and tools

• Promoting training and skill development

Day 4: Measuring Impact and Sustaining Growth

• Defining success metrics and KPIs

• Communication and reporting strategies

• Scaling CoE initiatives organization-wide

• Workshop: Develop a CoE setup plan for your organization