ISO 42001 is a globally recognised standard that provides guidelines for the governance and management of AI technologies.
The standard offers a systematic approach to addressing the challenges associated with AI implementation, such as ethics, accountability, transparency, and data privacy, in a recognised management system framework.
Key features of the standard include:
- Enhanced Risk Management,
- A.I Impact Assessment,
Pre ISO 42001 Certification
Before approaching an ISO 42001 Certification Body you’ll need to understand the requirements of the standard and implement the requirements.
It can often too difficult to interpret the clauses of that standard, so many organisations turn to ISO 42001 consultants for help. ISO Consultants offer many different services including gap analysis, drafting documentation, training and conducting internal audits.
Benefits of ISO 42001 Certification
Identifying opportunities: Encourages innovation within a structured framework.
Ethical AI: ensures ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence.
Reputation management: enhances trust in AI applications.
AI governance: supports compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
Practical guidance: manages AI-specific risks effectively.
The ISO 42001 Certification Process
Stage 1 – A Documentation Review and assessment of readiness for Stage 2.
Stage 2 – An objective audit of your arrangements against the standard, and your own policies/procedures. Includes sampling of records and data.
Certification.
Surveillance Audit – a shorter, periodic audit, through the lifespan of the certificate (3 Years).
ReCertification – A full audit, similar to stage 2, conducted at the end of the 3-year certification cycle.
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