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Without visibility, you cannot manage the risks they introduce." } } ] } ] ] --- [![StartCloud](/assets/StartCloud-Logo-ByZE1kzP.svg "StartCloud: Cybersecurity-First Managed IT Services Perth")](/ "StartCloud | Managed IT Services Perth") - Cybersecurity - AI Solutions - Cloud - Technology - Networking - Explore [Contact Us](/contact "Contact StartCloud, Perth IT Support") Open menu Overview What Is It? Why It Matters How It Works AI Governance Results Why StartCloud StartCloud's AI Usage Analysis service discovers all AI tools being used across your organisation, including shadow AI (unsanctioned tools employees use without IT approval). The service identifies data exposure risks, maps sensitive data flows to AI platforms, and helps build governance policies that scale. Covers ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, Gemini, and hundreds of other AI services. 1. [Home](/) 2. [Cybersecurity](/cybersecurity) 3. AI Usage & Analysis AI Usage & Analysis # See Every AI Tool. Control Every Risk. Harness the power of AI for advanced threat detection and security analytics, without the risk of uncontrolled adoption. Your employees are already using AI. The question is whether you have visibility, control, and governance around it. We help you embrace AI safely. [Explore AI Governance](/contact)[Talk to an AI Expert](/contact) The Basics ## What Is AI Usage & Analysis? AI Usage & Analysis gives you visibility into how AI tools are being used across your organisation, and the governance to control the risks they introduce. ### Shadow AI Discovery See exactly which AI tools are being used across your organisation, including the ones nobody told IT about. You cannot govern what you cannot see. ### Usage Analytics Understand how AI tools are being used, what data flows to them, and where the risks are. Data-driven insights for informed decisions. ### Governance Framework Build and enforce policies for safe AI adoption. From acceptable use policies to vendor assessments, we help you embrace AI without the risk. Why It Matters ## The Hidden Risks of Unmanaged AI AI adoption is accelerating whether you are ready or not. Here is why governance matters now, not later. ### Uncontrolled AI Adoption Employees are already using AI tools whether you know about it or not. Without visibility, you cannot manage the risks they introduce. ### Data Leakage Risk Sensitive company data pasted into ChatGPT, customer records shared with third-party AI tools. Without controls, your data is walking out the door. ### Regulatory Pressure Australian and international regulators are increasingly focused on AI governance. Getting ahead of compliance requirements now saves painful catch-up later. Comprehensive Protection ## Intelligent Capabilities From discovery to governance, everything you need to manage AI usage safely. 1 ### Machine Learning Threat Detection Advanced ML models trained on millions of attack patterns to catch zero-day threats and anomalous behaviour in your environment. 2 ### Shadow AI Discovery Identify unauthorised AI tools being used across your organisation. See which tools are accessing your data and where the gaps are. 3 ### Policy Development We help you create Acceptable AI Use Policies tailored to your organisation, industry, and risk appetite. 4 ### Azure AI Integration Use Microsoft's AI capabilities for enhanced security analytics, threat detection, and productivity, all within a governed framework. 5 ### Security Data Analytics Turn your security data into actionable insights with AI-powered analytics that surface real risks, not noise. 6 ### Automated Response Workflows AI-triggered automated responses to contain threats instantly. When a risk is detected, your systems respond before humans even see the alert. AI Governance ## Governing AI in Your Organisation As AI adoption accelerates, so do the risks. We help you embrace AI safely with practical governance. ### Visibility See exactly which AI tools are being used and by whom. ### Control Set policies for approved AI tools and block risky ones. ### Protection Prevent sensitive data from being shared with AI services. ### Compliance Meet regulatory requirements for AI governance and data handling. Proven Results ## AI Governance That Delivers Real metrics from our AI governance engagements with Australian organisations. 40+ Shadow AI Tools Discovered 90% Data Leakage Risks Mitigated 100% Policy Compliance Rate < 24hrs Risk Detection Time [Start AI Governance](/contact) The StartCloud Difference ## Why Choose StartCloud? We help you embrace AI safely with practical governance, not just paperwork. ### AI Governance Expertise Dedicated specialists who understand AI risks, regulatory requirements, and practical governance approaches. We have done this before. ### Microsoft Partner As a Microsoft Solutions Partner, we integrate AI governance into your existing Microsoft 365 and Azure environment seamlessly. ### Practical Approach We do not just write policies that sit in a drawer. We implement practical controls that work for real businesses with real employees. ### Ongoing Guidance AI is evolving fast. We stay across the latest developments and help you adapt your governance approach as the landscape changes. ## Related Services [ ### AI Agent Security Govern usage is one side. Securing the AI agents you deploy is the other. Learn more ](/cybersecurity/ai-agent-security)[ ### Compliance & Risk Map your AI governance policies to Australian regulatory requirements. Learn more ](/cybersecurity/compliance)[ ### Microsoft Copilot Deploy Copilot with data governance and security built in from day one. Learn more ](/cloud/copilot) ## Ready to Govern AI Safely? Stay ahead of threats with AI-powered detection. Govern AI usage across your organisation safely and confidently. [Talk to an AI Expert](/contact)[Explore Cybersecurity](/cybersecurity) ### AI Usage & Analysis Services StartCloud provides comprehensive AI usage analysis and governance services for Australian businesses. From Shadow AI discovery and usage analytics to policy development and automated threat detection, we help you embrace AI safely. ### AI Governance Expertise As a Microsoft Solutions Partner, we integrate AI governance into your existing environment. 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