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EU AI Act High-Risk Deployer Checklist
If your organisation is deploying or planning to deploy AI, this checklist maps the governance controls that responsible deployment requires. Each item is linked to the relevant EU AI Act Article so you can see exactly what the regulation expects and what your governance needs to include.
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Most AI incidents are not evidence of rogue machine behaviour. They are governance failures: capability connected to live systems without adequate permissions, approval gates, or oversight. Here is what Irish SME owners and directors need to understand before connecting AI to their business systems.
by Eileen Weadick, PhD•10 min read
Founder, Clear Gate Systems
Over 80% of AI projects fail before delivering value — not because of the technology, but because of what happens before it. Here is the evidence-based eight-step framework Irish SMEs need to get AI adoption right from the start.
by Eileen Weadick, PhD•10 min read
Founder, Clear Gate Systems
Irish financial services firms using AI for credit scoring, insurance pricing, or fraud detection have compliance obligations under the EU AI Act's Annex III high-risk framework. The deadline moved to 2nd December 2027 on 7 May 2026. This article explains what the law requires, what the Central Bank will look for, and how to build an AI register.
by Eileen Weadick, PhD•12 min read
Founder, Clear Gate Systems
On 7 May 2026, the EU AI Act's Annex III high-risk AI deadline moved from 2nd August 2026 to 2nd December 2027. This article explains who is affected, what needs to be in place, and what the extension means for Irish SMEs.
by Eileen Weadick, PhD•5 min read
Founder, Clear Gate Systems
Article 27 of the EU AI Act requires a Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment before deploying high-risk AI systems. This guide explains who needs one and what it covers.
by Eileen Weadick, PhD•6 min read
Founder, Clear Gate Systems
Microsoft Copilot Flex Routing moves AI inference outside the EU by default from 17th April 2026. EU data residency guide for Irish SMEs using AI tools.
by Eileen Weadick, PhD•8 min read
Founder, Clear Gate Systems
