Artificial intelligence enters boardrooms faster than expected. Senior roles built around AI governance and AI strategy have begun to appear across global organizations. Nearly half of FTSE 100 companies now have a Chief AI Officer or equivalent position, and most of these appointments have taken place in the past year. AI has entered the leadership agenda because it shapes decisions that influence customers, operations, and competitiveness. Growing companies often watch these trends with interest and hesitation. They want the advantages that AI can offer, but they also want to understand what is necessary and what is noise. They want clarity on what to automate, where AI fits, and what data deserves attention. At this stage, the question is rarely “Should we use AI?” The question is “Who will guide it?” In this blog, we will examine how fractional AI and data leadership is emerging, why companies are creating roles such as Chief AI Officer and Chief Data Officer , an...