ISO 42001 provides a comprehensive framework for organisations to develop, deploy, and govern AI systems responsibly. It goes beyond compliance — establishing trust, managing risk, and demonstrating leadership in responsible AI use.
ISO 42001 is the first international standard specifically for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS). Published in December 2023, it sets out requirements and guidance for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving AI governance within organisations.
The EU AI Act sets legal requirements for high-risk AI systems. ISO 42001 provides a voluntary framework that helps organisations meet those requirements — and go further.
ISO 42001 aligns with EU AI Act obligations for high-risk AI systems — including risk management, data governance, transparency, and human oversight. Implementing ISO 42001 demonstrates due diligence to regulators.
While the EU AI Act focuses on high-risk systems, ISO 42001 applies to all AI use — helping organisations manage risk, build trust, and establish consistent governance across their entire AI portfolio.
ISO 42001 certification is independently audited, providing third-party verification of your AI governance. This builds stakeholder confidence and can be a competitive differentiator in procurement and partnerships.
Demonstrate responsible AI governance to customers, regulators, investors, and the public through internationally recognised certification.
Identify, assess, and mitigate AI-specific risks — from bias and fairness to security, privacy, and unintended consequences.
Meet EU AI Act requirements and prepare for future AI regulations with a robust, auditable management system.
Establish processes for monitoring AI performance, learning from incidents, and continuously improving AI systems.
Create a governance framework that supports safe AI experimentation and deployment without stifling innovation.
Stand out in procurement, partnerships, and investor relations by showing measurable commitment to responsible AI.
ReadyForAI helps organisations implement ISO 42001 in a practical, phased approach — starting with AI Act compliance and building toward full certification.
We assess your current AI governance maturity against ISO 42001 requirements, identifying gaps and prioritising improvements.
Build the policies, processes, and controls required by ISO 42001 — tailored to your organisation's AI use and risk profile.
Ensure your teams understand their roles in the AI management system and can execute governance processes effectively.
Prepare for and undergo third-party certification audit by an accredited ISO certification body.
Start with a free AI readiness check to see where you stand — then we'll map the fastest route to certification.