Framework Structure
The Operating Model
COMPEL describes not just what to do, but who is accountable for doing it. The operating model defines roles, decision rights, and the accountability rhythm across every stage of the cycle.
A framework without owners is a poster. This page is the canonical reference for how accountability flows through the COMPEL cycle — the roles, the RACI pattern, and the cadence at which each role engages. For the full method see What is COMPEL?, the 6 Stages, the Quality Gates, and the Governance Controls.
| Role | Responsible for | Accountable for | Consulted | Informed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Board / Executive Sponsor | Strategy, risk appetite, investment | Outcomes and business value | Quarterly | Monthly |
| AI / Data Officer (CDO/CAIO) | Operating model, portfolio, standards | Program delivery | Weekly | Daily |
| Center of Excellence | Methods, blueprints, enablement | Repeatable delivery | Continuous | Continuous |
| Risk, Compliance, Legal | Policy, obligations, evidence | Compliance posture | Per gate | Continuous |
| Engineering / ML Delivery | Build, deploy, monitor | System quality and safety | Daily | Daily |
| Business / Product Owners | Use cases, KPIs, adoption | Value realization | Weekly | Weekly |
| Security / CISO | Threat model, controls, IR | Security posture | Per gate | Continuous |