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The provision establishes an organizational principle that human accountability mechanisms accompany AI system deployment. This defines Microsoft's governance framework for AI operations rather than transferring accountability to end users.
This provision describes Microsoft's internal accountability structure for AI systems but does not create specific obligations or authorizations affecting user conduct or data rights. Users operate under the terms as written, with Microsoft maintaining designated responsibility for AI system oversight.
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"Accountability: People should be accountable for AI systems. As AI becomes more prevalent in products and services, it's important to ensure there are people accountable for how these systems behave.— Excerpt from Microsoft's Responsible AI
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The provision establishes an organizational principle that human accountability mechanisms accompany AI system deployment. This defines Microsoft's governance framework for AI operations rather than transferring accountability to end users.
This provision describes Microsoft's internal accountability structure for AI systems but does not create specific obligations or authorizations affecting user conduct or data rights. Users operate under the terms as written, with Microsoft maintaining designated responsibility for AI system oversight.
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