AI guardrails are a set of filters and restraints programmed into a generative AI model to prevent it from generating harmful, biased, or explicit content. Each model’s guardrails are different, as each organization has different goals with their models as well as different ethical and legal boundaries. They act as a filter to ensure that the model only produces what the model-makers want it to produce.
They are also important for risk management. Strong guardrails ensure that a consumer-facing chatbot won’t leak private data, use explicit language, or talk to customers in an inappropriate way. This protects the company from potential lawsuits, as well as keeping the company’s reputation strong.
