Explains the authority behind accountability
An accountable role must be able to change what it answers for; checked against the role's authority and the org chart (ISO/IEC 38505-1 responsibility).
Can AI do this?
Not settled yet The benchmark tested this, but the models' answers do not settle yet whether they master it. 0 of 4 models in the current benchmark master it.
| Model | Tier | Probability of mastery | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-4-argon | Flagship | 99% | Not shown |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | Low cost | 83% | Not shown |
| gpt-6-luna | Low cost | 76% | Not shown |
| claude-haiku-5-5 | Low cost | 95% | Not shown |
Mastered means a probability of at least 90% that the model has this knobit, estimated from its graded answers. “Not shown” means the answers do not settle it either way. How the models are tested.
What it looks like in practice
Expected result: An accountable role must be able to change what it answers for; checked against the role's authority and the org chart (ISO/IEC 38505-1 responsibility).
How it is assessed: Answers a written question on the accountability and authority correctly
Related knobits
Builds on
Needed for
- G-212 Recognises accountability without authority
- G-217 Recognises a governance body with no reporting line
- G-231 Moves accountability to the role with authority
- G-410 Recognises a control owner without authority over the process
All 26 knobits of Design the governance operating model and stewardship.
Source: Practice the stage 2 reference and review checklist rest on