ISO 42001 is the global standard for responsible AI management. Be among the first to certify and lead your industry in AI governance.
Jared Clark, JD, PMP, CMQ-OE — AI Governance Consultant
Understanding the Standard
Published in December 2023, ISO/IEC 42001 is the world's first international standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS). It provides a systematic framework for organizations that develop, provide, or use AI to manage risks, ensure transparency, and build stakeholder trust.
Establish governance structures that ensure AI systems are developed and deployed ethically and responsibly.
Identify, assess, and mitigate AI-specific risks including bias, security vulnerabilities, and unintended behaviors.
Document AI system decisions, data usage, and model behavior to meet stakeholder and regulatory expectations.
Early adopters gain customer trust, regulatory readiness, and differentiation in an increasingly AI-driven market.
Industry Applications
Any organization developing, deploying, or using AI systems can benefit from ISO 42001 certification. These industries are leading adoption.
AI/ML product companies, SaaS providers, and platform companies building AI-powered features and services.
AI diagnostics, clinical decision support systems, and patient data AI applications require rigorous governance.
Algorithmic trading, credit scoring AI, and fraud detection systems face increasing regulatory scrutiny.
Automated decision-making systems and citizen-facing AI require transparency and accountability frameworks.
AI-driven quality control, predictive maintenance, and autonomous systems demand structured governance.
Autonomous systems and AI-assisted decision-making require the highest levels of governance and auditability.
Your Path to Certification
A structured approach to AI governance certification, typically completed in 6 to 12 months.
Evaluate your current AI governance maturity and identify gaps against ISO 42001 requirements.
Define which AI systems, processes, and organizational boundaries are included in your management system.
Build your AI risk assessment methodology and implement Annex A controls for bias, security, and transparency.
Develop policies, procedures, and documentation that satisfy Clauses 4 through 10 and the Annex A requirements.
Conduct internal audits to verify your AI management system is working as designed and address any nonconformities.
Pass the Stage 1 (documentation review) and Stage 2 (implementation audit) to achieve ISO 42001 certification.
The EU AI Act is the world's first comprehensive AI regulation, with compliance deadlines beginning in 2025. ISO 42001 is emerging as the preferred framework for demonstrating conformity — similar to how ISO 27001 supports GDPR compliance. Organizations that certify now will be ahead of the compliance curve.
US companies selling to European customers need to prepare. ISO 42001 certification provides a recognized compliance pathway.
Learn How EU AI Act and ISO 42001 Work TogetherYour Consultant
Legal training uniquely positions Jared for AI governance work. ISO 42001 sits at the intersection of technology regulation, data privacy law, and organizational risk — exactly where legal expertise matters most.
ISO 42001 implementation is a complex, multi-phase project. PMP methodology ensures your certification stays on schedule, on budget, and properly resourced.
ISO 42001 is built on Annex SL — the same management system foundation as ISO 9001, 14001, and 27001. Deep expertise in quality management systems means faster, smoother implementation.
Having implemented ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 13485, and 27001 across 200+ client engagements, Jared understands how management system standards work at a structural level. This cross-standard fluency accelerates ISO 42001 implementation.
No client has ever failed a certification audit under Jared's guidance. That track record reflects thorough preparation, not luck — every gap is identified and closed before auditors arrive.
As a Regulatory Affairs Certified (RAC) professional, Jared navigates the emerging AI regulatory landscape — from the EU AI Act to US executive orders on AI — and connects regulatory requirements to ISO 42001 implementation.
ISO 42001 consulting is the newest specialty within Certify Consulting, Jared's full-service certification consulting firm serving manufacturers, healthcare companies, technology firms, and food producers nationwide.
Common Questions
ISO/IEC 42001:2023 is the first international standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS). Published in December 2023, it provides organizations with a structured framework to develop, deploy, and manage AI systems responsibly. The standard covers AI governance, risk assessment, transparency, data management, and continuous improvement. Read our complete guide to ISO 42001.
Most organizations achieve ISO 42001 certification within 6 to 12 months. The timeline depends on your organization's size, the number of AI systems in scope, existing management system maturity (especially if you already hold ISO 27001 or ISO 9001), and the resources dedicated to implementation. A gap analysis early in the process helps establish a realistic timeline.
ISO 42001 certification costs vary based on organization size and complexity. Consulting fees typically range from $15,000 to $60,000 for implementation support, while certification body audit fees range from $8,000 to $25,000. Organizations with existing ISO management systems (such as ISO 27001) can often reduce costs by 30–40% through integrated auditing. Contact us for a tailored estimate.
No, ISO 27001 is not a prerequisite for ISO 42001. However, organizations that already hold ISO 27001 certification have a significant advantage. Both standards share the Annex SL management system structure, and ISO 42001's information security controls complement ISO 27001. Many organizations pursue both certifications through an integrated management system approach.
An ISO 42001 consultant guides your organization through every phase of certification: conducting a readiness assessment, defining scope, building the AI risk assessment framework, developing required documentation, implementing Annex A controls, preparing for internal audits, and coaching you through the certification audit. A qualified consultant accelerates the timeline and ensures first-time audit success. See our step-by-step implementation process.
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