ISO 42001 Compliance with Gover
ISO 42001 is the international standard for AI management systems.
Overview
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | ISO/IEC 42001:2023 |
| Type | International Standard |
| Publisher | ISO/IEC |
| Focus | Artificial Intelligence Management |
Purpose
ISO 42001 helps organizations:
- Responsibly develop and use AI systems
- Manage AI-related risks
- Meet regulatory requirements (e.g., EU AI Act)
- Build trust in AI systems
Scope
Applies to organizations that:
- Develop AI systems
- Deploy AI systems
- Use AI systems
- Provide AI-related services
Structure
Based on ISO High-Level Structure:
| Clause | Topic |
|---|---|
| 4 | Context of the organization |
| 5 | Leadership |
| 6 | Planning |
| 7 | Support |
| 8 | Operation |
| 9 | Performance evaluation |
| 10 | Improvement |
Key Requirements
AI Policy
- Commitment to responsible AI
- Ethical principles
- Transparency
Risk Management
- AI-specific risk assessment
- Bias and fairness risks
- Safety and security risks
AI System Lifecycle
- Design and development
- Verification and validation
- Deployment and operation
- Monitoring and review
Data Management
- Data quality
- Data governance
- Privacy considerations
Using Gover for ISO 42001
1. Add the Framework
- Go to Frameworks → Add Framework
- Select ISO 42001 from templates
- Add to your workspace
2. Inventory AI Systems
Document your AI systems:
- Purpose and scope
- Data used
- Decision-making impact
- Risk classification
3. Assess AI Risks
Use Gover's risk management:
- Identify AI-specific risks
- Assess impact on individuals
- Evaluate bias and fairness
- Determine controls
4. Map Controls
Link controls for:
- AI governance policies
- Development procedures
- Testing and validation
- Monitoring and audit
Alignment with EU AI Act
ISO 42001 supports EU AI Act compliance:
- Risk-based approach
- Documentation requirements
- Human oversight
- Transparency obligations
Resources
Next Steps
- ISO 27001 — Information security
- Risk Management — AI risk assessment