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What's Included in This Checklist
Our ISO 42001 Readiness Assessment Checklist helps organizations evaluate their AI governance practices against the world's first international standard for AI Management Systems. Whether you're developing, deploying, or using AI systems, this checklist provides a framework for responsible AI implementation.
ISO 42001 Control Categories
AI Governance
Leadership and organizational context
- AI Policy & Objectives
- Roles & Responsibilities
- Risk Management Framework
- Interested Party Analysis
AI Risk Assessment
Identifying and treating AI risks
- Risk Identification
- Impact Assessment
- Bias & Fairness Evaluation
- Treatment Planning
AI System Lifecycle
Development and deployment controls
- Data Management
- Model Development
- Testing & Validation
- Deployment Controls
Responsible AI
Ethical and transparent AI practices
- Transparency & Explainability
- Human Oversight
- Accountability Measures
- Continuous Monitoring
Sample Checklist Questions
AI Governance & Leadership
Has the organization established an AI policy aligned with its strategic objectives?
Evidence: AI policy document, board approval records, communication logs
Are roles and responsibilities for AI governance clearly defined?
Evidence: RACI matrix, job descriptions, governance charter
AI Risk Management
Is there a documented process for assessing AI-specific risks including bias and fairness?
Evidence: AI risk assessment methodology, bias testing reports
Template Specifications
| Format | |
| Controls Covered | AIMS requirements + Annex A & B controls |
| Standard Version | ISO/IEC 42001:2023 |
| Last Updated | November 2025 |
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