SL-DL-001

How do you transfer an AI-assisted output without losing accountability?

The Delegation Layer transfers scope, sources, Reliance Class, limitations and audit obligations with the output.

AuthorWalter Shepherd
Published26 July 2026
Updated26 July 2026
Version2.1.0
StatusPublic Research and Pilot Release
MethodSL-DL-001

What this method prevents

A report is forwarded without its source register or permitted-use conditions, so the receiver treats it as more authoritative than it is.

Illustrative example

A client receiving an audit report also receives the claim register, evidence register, reliance finding and conditions of use.

A controlled sequence

  1. Transfer Scope Lock.
  2. Transfer the source and evidence register.
  3. Transfer achieved Reliance Class.
  4. Transfer limitations and expiry.
  5. State the receiver’s audit and review obligations.
  6. Record acceptance or rejection of the handover.

The method supports governance; it does not self-authorise a decision.

Application must be proportionate to the task, evidence and consequence level. The output should state what has been registered, what remains uncertain and which authorised human or organisation controls release.