Responsible AI starts with ISO 42001
The world's first international standard for AI management systems. Build trust with clients, regulators, and stakeholders by proving your AI is governed responsibly.
What it is
ISO 42001 explained
ISO 42001 (ISO/IEC 42001:2023) provides requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). It is the first international standard dedicated to AI governance.
Built on the same Annex SL structure as ISO 27001 and ISO 9001, it integrates seamlessly with existing management systems. It covers the entire AI lifecycle, from development and deployment to monitoring and decommissioning.
Key areas covered
AI governance & leadership
Establishing organizational roles, responsibilities, and oversight for AI systems.
Risk assessment
Identifying and managing risks associated with AI development and deployment.
Data quality & management
Ensuring training data is appropriate, representative, and properly governed.
Transparency & explainability
Making AI decisions understandable and documenting system behavior.
Ethical considerations
Addressing bias, fairness, and societal impact of AI systems.
Our service
What Genroks delivers
We build your AI management system from the ground up and prepare you for certification.
AI System Inventory & Classification
We catalog your AI systems, classify their risk levels, and document their purposes and data flows.
AIMS Policy & Governance
We create your AI management system policy, define governance structures, and establish oversight roles.
Risk Assessment & Treatment
We conduct AI-specific risk assessments covering bias, safety, transparency, and operational risks.
Data Governance Framework
We establish processes for managing training data quality, lineage, and ethical use.
Impact Assessment Documentation
We prepare AI impact assessments covering societal, ethical, and privacy implications.
Certification Audit Support
We prepare your team for the certification audit and support you through the entire process.
Process
How we get you certified
Assess
We audit your AI landscape, identify risks, and map requirements against ISO 42001 controls.
Build
We create your AIMS, governance policies, risk treatment plans, and all required documentation.
Certify
We prepare you for the certification audit, connect you with an accredited body, and provide audit defense.
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FAQ
Common questions about ISO 42001
What is ISO 42001?
ISO 42001 is the international standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS). Published in December 2023, it provides a framework for organizations to manage AI systems responsibly, covering governance, risk management, data quality, transparency, and ethical considerations.
Who should get ISO 42001 certified?
Any organization that develops, deploys, or uses AI systems. It is particularly relevant for technology companies, AI vendors, and enterprises integrating AI into critical business processes. It also helps demonstrate compliance with the EU AI Act.
How does ISO 42001 relate to the EU AI Act?
ISO 42001 provides a structured management system that addresses many of the EU AI Act's requirements for high-risk AI systems, including governance, risk assessment, transparency, and human oversight. Certification can serve as evidence of your commitment to responsible AI.
How does ISO 42001 relate to ISO 27001?
ISO 27001 focuses on information security, while ISO 42001 focuses specifically on AI governance. They share the same Annex SL management system structure, making it straightforward to implement both. Many controls overlap, especially around risk management and data protection.
How long does ISO 42001 certification take?
With Genroks, the preparation phase typically takes 4 to 8 weeks depending on the number and complexity of your AI systems. The certification audit is then conducted by an accredited certification body.
Is ISO 42001 mandatory?
ISO 42001 is a voluntary international standard. However, it is increasingly expected by enterprise clients and can demonstrate compliance with emerging AI regulations like the EU AI Act.
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