Terms & Conditions
“This website” – refers to https://www.arkconsultancy.co.uk
“Content” – refers to text, documents, pages and images.
Copyright
All content (including text, images, logos, design technical code and functionality) on this website is owned by or licensed to ARK Consultancy.
Content on this website may be downloaded and used for personal and private purposes only. The use of content found on this website for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited without the prior written consent of ARK Consultancy.
Accessibility
Whilst access to this website will usually be uninterrupted, some or all may become restricted or inaccessible at any time and without notice. ARK Consultancy takes no responsibility for any loss or damage incurred to any party as a result of any restrictions to the accessibility of this site or parts of it.
Data Protection
Any information transferred by you to ARK Consultancy via this website will be held in accordance with the company’s data protection policy.
External links
Some pages on this website have links to external websites and/or other web resources. The content of any external websites and/or other web resources is the responsibility of the owner of the linked to website or web resource. ARK Consultancy takes no responsibility for the content, services or products advertised on any external website to which this website is linked.
Use of this website is subject to compliance with these terms and conditions. ARK Consultancy reserves the right to alter these terms and conditions without notice. Use of this site confirms your acknowledgement and compliance with these terms and conditions.
Artificial Intelligence – Usage FAQs
1. DOES ARK USE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN ITS WORK?
Yes. ARK uses approved AI tools to enhance efficiency, support research, assist with drafting, and analyse data where appropriate. AI is used as a support tool to complement — not replace — professional expertise and judgement.
2. WHAT AI TOOLS DOES ARK USE?
ARK primarily utilises Microsoft Copilot within its secure Microsoft 365 environment. Any additional AI tools must undergo formal approval through ARK’s governance and IT security processes before use.
3. IS CLIENT DATA ENTERED INTO PUBLIC AI SYSTEMS?
No. Personal data is not uploaded to any AI platforms. Client confidential information and commercially sensitive materials are not uploaded to any unapproved or public AI platforms. All AI use must comply with our AI Use Policy, data protection obligations, and cybersecurity standards.
4. DOES AI MAKE DECISIONS ON BEHALF OF ARK?
No. AI tools are not permitted to make autonomous decisions affecting employment matters, contractual commitments, financial decisions, regulatory compliance, or client advice. Meaningful human oversight is maintained at all times.
5. HOW DOES ARK MANAGE AI-RELATED RISK?
ARK operates a structured AI Governance Framework which includes:
• Risk classification (Low, Medium, High)
• Mandatory risk assessments for higher-risk uses
• Human oversight requirements
• IT security review and approval of tools
• Incident reporting procedures
• Regular policy review
6. HOW DOES ARK ENSURE ACCURACY AND FAIRNESS?
All AI-generated outputs are reviewed for:
• Accuracy and reliability
• Bias and fairness
• Confidentiality risks
• Intellectual property and plagiarism concerns
ARK professionals remain fully accountable for all final deliverables.
7. WILL ARK DISCLOSE WHEN AI HAS BEEN USED?
Where AI materially contributes to higher-risk client deliverables or advice, ARK will disclose this in line with contractual, regulatory, and ethical obligations. Meaningful human oversight is maintained at all times.
8. HOW DOES ARK COMPLY WITH DATA PROTECTION LAW?
AI use at ARK complies with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR. Personal data is processed lawfully, securely, and proportionately. AI tools must meet ARK’s data protection and security standards before approval.
9. IS ARK MONITORING DEVELOPMENTS IN AI REGULATION?
Yes. AI regulation is evolving rapidly. ARK reviews its AI Policy at least annually and adapts its governance framework in response to regulatory and technological developments including, where relevant, to client work.