Model Deprecation

The planned process of retiring an AI model from production, including communication to stakeholders, migration planning and ensuring continuity of service.

The planned retirement of an AI model. You notify users, migrate to a replacement and shut down the old model; like sunsetting an old software product.

Model deprecation is a governance activity that is often neglected. Your framework should define clear end-of-life processes for AI models, including stakeholder notification, data handling and migration planning.