Data Governance for Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)

Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) has emerged as a powerful approach for injecting organizational knowledge into enterprise AI systems. By combining the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) with access to relevant, up-to-date organizational information, RAG enables AI solutions to deliver context-aware, accurate, and actionable insights.  Unlike standalone LLMs, which often struggle with outdated or irrelevant information, RAG architectures ensure domain-specific knowledge transfer by providing some organizational context in which an AI model operates within the enterprise. This makes RAG a critical tool for aligning AI outputs with an organization’s unique expertise, reducing errors, and enhancing decision-making. As organizations increasingly rely on RAG for tailored AI solutions, a strong data governance framework becomes essential to ensure the quality, integrity, and relevance of the knowledge fueling these systems.