OpenAI CFO proposes scorecard to measure AI ROI

OpenAI's chief financial officer, Sarah Friar, outlined a scorecard designed to evaluate the return on investment for AI systems. The framework emphasizes quantifying practical outcomes such as useful work performed, cost per successful task, dependability, and return on compute. Friar’s proposal reflects a push to ground AI evaluations in measurable business value rather than speculative benefits. The scorecard is framed as a tool for organizations to assess AI effectiveness in real-world deployments, potentially bridging the gap between technical performance and financial outcomes.