ISO 42001 Artificial Intelligence Management System Certification

ISO 42001 sets out the requirements for the responsible development, operation and use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. It helps organizations identify and manage AI-related risks and establish ethical, transparent AI governance.

ISO/IEC 42001 is the standard for establishing, implementing, maintaining and continually improving an organization's AI management system.

Background

As the AI industry grows and AI becomes part of everyday life, the need for organizations to build systematic AI management systems is increasing.

• Building and operating AI governance
• Identifying, assessing and managing AI risks
• Promoting ethical and transparent use of AI
• Stronger compliance with laws and regulations
• Stakeholder trust and competitiveness

This scheme extension is planned for January 2027. See our History for the schedule.

• ManufacturingAI-based production, quality control, equipment operation
• ServicesAI chatbots, customer analytics, service automation
• Public sectorAdministrative services, AI policy, public data
• HealthcareAI diagnosis, health services, drug development
• IT & tech companiesAI development, data analytics, platform services

As AI spreads rapidly, expectations for its reliability, transparency and safety are rising. ISO 42001 helps organizations manage AI systematically, minimize potential risks and grow sustainably.

• Preventing AI risksSystematic management of AI-related hazards
• Legal and ethical complianceMeeting regulatory and ethical standards
• Operational efficiencyMore reliable AI processes
• Customer and stakeholder trustTransparent, responsible use of AI
• Sustainable competitivenessA foundation for growth through AI innovation

• Identifying and managing risks across AI development and use
• Transparency, fairness, reliability, security and ethics in AI operation
• Better AI risk management through AI impact assessment

1. ApplicationConfirm standard and scope, submit the form
2. Review & contractScope review, schedule and requirements
3. Audit planningAudit plan prepared and shared
4. Certification auditEvidence from documents, site and interviews
5. Review of resultsConformity and corrective actions reviewed
6. Certificate issuedCertificate stating scope and standard

• Application form (company details, scope, sites, number of employees)
• Copy of business registration certificate
• Management system documents (manual, procedures, etc.) — reviewed during the audit

Coming soon — the list of documents to submit will be published after confirmation by KOCI. Meanwhile, please ask us via Inquiry or by phone.

After reviewing your application, our staff will explain the scope, process and schedule individually.