Glossary Archive

The obligation to accept and answer for decision outcomes even when AI is involved.

A defined line separating AI contribution from human accountability.

Gradual shift of responsibility away from humans as AI use increases.

How often AI outputs match expected results; accuracy alone is insufficient.

Human capacity to adjust decisions as context or risk changes.

A software entity that performs tasks without owning outcomes.

AI systems designed to pursue goals with partial independence.

AI designed to act toward goals within boundaries; autonomy increases oversight needs.

Systems performing tasks associated with human intelligence.

AI systems that carry out tasks within rules; agents do not own outcomes.