ISO 42001: The New Standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems
The rapid advancement and widespread application of artificial intelligence (AI) have introduced new challenges and responsibilities for organizations.
ISO/IEC 42001:2023 is an artificial intelligence management system (AIMS) standard that provides guidelines for organizations on how to establish, implement, and maintain secure, transparent, and effective AI systems. The purpose of ISO 42001:2023 is to ensure the proper management and regulation of AI systems, guaranteeing their safety, ethical operation, and legal compliance through the regulation of AI-driven processes. It helps ensure that AI systems are transparent, understandable, and auditable.
ISO/IEC 42001:2023 assists organizations in maintaining the security of their AI systems against external threats, including network and data protection. AI systems must also incorporate appropriate security layers, encryption, and access control mechanisms.
The standard is applicable to any organization that develops, implements, or operates AI systems. This includes the financial sector, healthcare, manufacturing, and any industry utilizing AI for decision-making or automation.
Organizations must ensure that their AI systems comply with relevant regulations such as:
- The EU AI Act (the first comprehensive European Union AI legislation that establishes different rules based on AI risk levels),
- The GDPR (which includes European Union data protection requirements),
- The NIS2 (which includes European Union cybersecurity requirements).
The connection between the NIS2 directive and ISO/IEC 42001:2023 aims to strengthen the security of critical infrastructures and systems, with a particular focus on AI-based system vulnerabilities. Regarding GDPR compliance, ISO/IEC 42001:2023 can help ensure AI systems’ data protection compliance by requiring AI transparency and the documentation of data processing activities. This enables the secure handling of user data and lawful data processing.
In relation to the National Cybersecurity Strategy (NCCS), the implementation of ISO/IEC 42001:2023 supports the achievement of national and industrial cybersecurity objectives, particularly concerning AI-based systems.
Accordingly, establishing proper documentation, adhering to data management and privacy procedures, and ensuring the auditability of AI systems are essential for organizations utilizing AI.
For owners (investors), top management, employees, customers, and other stakeholders, it provides a sense of security by demonstrating to external parties that the organization takes all reasonable measures to prevent corruption.
The anti-corruption standard can be applied by any organization, regardless of its operational location. As a requirement standard, it is also eligible for third-party certification.
Benefits
- The majority of people are more concerned about AI usage than excited about it; compliance with ISO/IEC 42001:2023 can enhance your company’s or brand’s image by demonstrating its commitment to responsible AI development and use.
- ISO/IEC 42001:2023 helps manage AI risks by providing full visibility and control over AI use within the organization.
- It enables your company to develop AI-driven products or integrate AI-enhanced products.
- AI can transform businesses across various industries and increase productivity, providing a competitive advantage in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.
- ISO/IEC 42001:2023 supports the safe and ethical use of AI while fostering AI adoption and innovation.
- ISO/IEC 42001:2023 can contribute to the global harmonization of AI regulation, facilitating international cooperation and innovation.
- In a rapidly changing technological environment, organizations must continuously update their AI systems and regulatory compliance. ISO/IEC 42001:2023 provides the necessary framework for this.
During ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification, AI systems will be thoroughly examined, allowing organizations to:
- Establish policies and security controls to protect against data breaches,
- Implement deep protection to mitigate AI failure risks,
- Ensure AI usage consistently complies with relevant regulations,
- Align AI with their business objectives.
ISO/IEC 42001:2023 is fully compatible with existing quality management systems, making it particularly beneficial for organizations that have already implemented quality management standards such as ISO/IEC 9001 for quality management, ISO/IEC 27001 for information security, or ISO/IEC 27701 for data privacy.
Just as ISO/IEC 27001 established the foundations for information security and cybersecurity, ISO/IEC 42001:2023 does the same for AI. It is highly recommended for organizations that use, develop, or provide AI-based products or services.
TAM CERT Hungary Inspection and Certification Ltd. is fully prepared to assist service organizations in achieving compliance with ISO/IEC 42001:2023.
Build and implement a responsible and transparent AI system with TAM CERT ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification and ensure your business operates in a forward-thinking manner.
- Brand enhancement
- Responsible and secure AI development
- Transparent AI
- Accountable AI
- Competitive advantage
