ISO 42001: How AvISO Helps You Navigate AI Compliance with Confidence

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes embedded in everything from manufacturing and logistics to education and defence, the need for clear governance and accountability has never been greater.

‍ISO/IEC 42001:2023, the world’s first international management system standard for AI, provides a much-needed framework for organisations looking to use AI responsibly, ethically, and transparently.

Whether you’re exploring AI for the first time or formalising an existing AI-driven operation, AvISO and our digital platform, ISOvA, are here to simplify the journey.

Why ISO 42001 Matters

The rapid adoption of AI has outpaced the development of consistent governance frameworks. ISO 42001 fills that gap, offering a structured approach to:

• Ethical risk management
• Transparency in data and decision-making
• Lifecycle management of AI systems
• Regulatory and stakeholder assurance

Applicable across sectors, the standard is particularly useful for organisations developing or using AI in critical or high-risk areas — such as decision-making, automation, customer profiling, or surveillance.

Benefits of ISO 42001 certification:

• Demonstrates responsible AI practices
• Enhances trust with customers, regulators, and investors
• Reduces the risk of non-compliance and reputational harm
• Supports alignment with other frameworks such as ISO 27001 or national AI regulations

How AvISO Supports ISO 42001 Certification

At AvISO, we’ve helped hundreds of organisations implement, certify, and maintain ISO management systems — and ISO 42001 is no exception. Whether you’re starting from scratch or integrating AI into an existing ISO 27001 or ISO 9001 system, our consultants can guide you every step of the way.

We Offer Two Delivery Routes:

1. Standalone ISO 42001 implementation – Ideal for organisations using AI as their primary focus or product offering.
2. Integrated system development – Combine ISO 42001 with existing standards like ISO 27001 (Information Security), ISO 9001 (Quality), or ISO 22301 (Business Continuity) to create a single, efficient management system.

Our Process

1. Gap Analysis

We assess your current AI practices against ISO 42001 and its Annex A controls. This helps you understand where you already meet the requirements and where improvements are needed — covering governance, data handling, risk assessments, human oversight, and more.

2. System Design

We design a tailored AI Management System (AIMS) that fits your organisation’s context, values, and structure. We’ll help you define roles, responsibilities, documentation, and policies to govern AI operations across their full lifecycle.

3. Training and Culture Change

We support internal awareness training so your teams understand their roles in ethical AI development, deployment, and monitoring — from data scientists to executive sponsors.

4. Audit Preparation and Certification Support

Our consultants walk you through internal audits, management review, and certification readiness. We also offer mock audits to help your team feel confident when facing external assessors.

How ISOvA Software Supports ISO 42001

Our digital compliance platform, ISOvA Toolbox, brings the ISO 42001 framework to life. With tools built specifically for management systems, it helps you manage AI risks, documentation, and controls in one secure space — especially when integrated with other standards.

🔧 Key ISOvA Features for ISO 42001:

• AI Risk Register – Identify, score, and monitor risks unique to AI models, such as bias, explainability, or unintended consequences.
• Version Control for AI Documentation – Track changes in datasets, models, and algorithms over time to maintain transparency and traceability.
• Annex A Controls Built In – Easily assign responsibilities and monitor compliance against ISO 42001’s Annex A requirements.
• Audit Readiness Dashboards – Quickly see where you stand on documentation, training, control testing, and continuous improvement.
• Multi-Standard Integration – Seamlessly combine ISO 42001 with ISO 27001, ISO 9001, and other systems — reducing duplication and improving overall efficiency.

ISOvA makes your compliance not only easier to manage, but also more scalable as your AI activities grow.

Why Choose AvISO?

AvISO is trusted by organisations across the UK and internationally for one simple reason: we make compliance practical.

Our team includes experts in information security, risk, ethics, and emerging technologies — with a proven track record of helping clients achieve and maintain certification without overcomplicating the process.

We don’t just tick boxes. We:

• Help you build systems that work in practice, not just on paper
• Speak plainly, not in jargon
• Focus on efficiency, integration, and long-term value

Is ISO 42001 Right for You?

If you are:

• Using AI to support business operations or decision-making
• Building AI tools, models, or platforms
• Handling sensitive, high-risk, or regulated data with AI
• Seeking to build customer or investor trust in your AI capabilities

…then ISO 42001 is the right step toward responsible and future-ready governance.

Get Started Today

Whether you’re exploring ISO 42001 for the first time or ready to begin your certification journey, AvISO and ISOvA offer the consultancy and software support you need to succeed.

� Contact us to book a free discovery call
�Learn more about our ISO 42001 services
� Explore how ISOvA simplifies compliance across multiple ISO standards