AI Safety & Governance · Washington, District of Columbia
AI Safety and Governance Consulting in Washington, DC
We help Washington organizations put clear, practical rules around AI: a written AI Use Policy, a process for approving AI tools, an inventory of where AI is used, an incident log and staff training, organized around the NIST AI Risk Management Framework. The goal is simple: get the benefits of AI without exposing customer data, making unchecked decisions or surprising your board.
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The problem in Washington
AI is arriving through every channel at once: chat tools staff sign up for themselves, AI features switched on inside software you already pay for, and vendors pitching AI products. Most organizations have no written rules, no list of which tools are in use and no one accountable when something goes wrong.
What we do
Clear written rules your staff can follow.
AI inventory and risk assessmentKnow where AI is used and what could go wrong.
Ongoing AI oversightA part-time AI officer who keeps it current.
AI safety training for staffMake the policy real for every team.
How it works
- FREE Business Audit. 15 questions, your score instantly, a written report within one business day.
- We build it. Our team sets up the system, your number, calendar and scripts in 2 to 3 business days (about a week for the AI receptionist).
- You approve and go live. We test every call flow with you, then switch it on.
- We keep it running. Monthly check-ins, script updates and reports. No contract.
What it costs
| Service | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AI Opportunity Assessment | $1,997 one time | includes a first look at AI risks and data handling |
| Fractional AI Officer Lite | $1,997/month | ongoing policy, register and tool reviews |
| AI at Work: Safe, Practical AI for Every Role | $9,950 per organization | up to 20 people |
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Washington by the numbers
Washington's restaurants live on reservations, private events, catering orders and repeat neighborhood guests. 2025 was the hardest year in a decade: a record 92 closures, a long federal shutdown, fewer tourists and higher costs. The operators who held on answered every call, filled cancellations fast and kept their regulars coming back.
- About 2,660 restaurants in the District
Source: Destination DC, cited by Nation's Restaurant News (January 2026) - 92 full- and limited-service restaurants closed in DC in 2025, up from 73 in 2024 and 48 in 2022
Source: Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) member survey, reported by Nation's Restaurant News - Tourism to the DC area fell an estimated 5.1% in 2025, and the 43-day federal shutdown hit about 1.25 million federal workers
Source: Tourism Economics and RAMW, via Nation's Restaurant News - 72% of mid-priced restaurants reported lower summer sales in 2025 and 76% saw fewer diners; most plan to cut hours
Source: RAMW fall 2025 member survey
Areas we serve around Washington
Barracks Row, Eastern Market and the ballpark district
business lunch, pre-theater and convention traffic
the densest restaurant row in the city
destination dining, hotels and private events
neighborhood restaurants, bars and fast-casual
late-night and family-owned kitchens
Also serving Arlington, Alexandria, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Hyattsville, National Harbor. All service areas →
Frequently asked questions
Is this legal advice?
No. We provide practical governance and training. Your attorney should review final policies, especially for health, financial or government data.
What is the NIST AI Risk Management Framework?
A voluntary framework from the National Institute of Standards and Technology for managing AI risk, organized into four functions: Govern, Map, Measure and Manage. We use it to organize your program.
We are a small organization. Is this overkill?
No. A one-page policy, a short tool list and one training session cover most small organizations.
Do you serve organizations outside Washington?
Yes, across the DC, Maryland and Virginia region, including Arlington, Alexandria, Bethesda, Silver Spring, and virtually.
About Viper Consulting™
Viper Consulting™ helps organizations in Washington, the District of Columbia and the DC, Maryland and Virginia region use AI safely, with practical policies, risk reviews and staff training. Main website: viperconsulting.ai.