Identifying relevant indicators for monitoring a National Artificial Intelligence Strategy

Abstract: How can a National Artificial Intelligence Strategy be effectively monitored? To address this question, we propose a methodology consisting of two key components. First, it involves identifying relevant indicators within national AI strategies. Second, it assesses the alignment between these indicators and the strategic actions of a specific government's AI strategy, allowing for a critical evaluation of its monitoring measures. Moreover, identifying these indicators helps assess the overall quality of the strategy's structure. A lack of alignment between strategic actions and the identified indicators may reveal gaps or blind spots in the strategy. This methodology is demonstrated using the Brazilian AI strategy as a case study.