ISO 42001

Certificación

ISO 42001 Artificial Intelligence Management System

The first international standard that certifies an organization's ability to responsibly develop, provide, or use artificial intelligence systems, managing their specific risks in a systematic and auditable way.

¿Qué es ISO 42001?

What is ISO 42001 certification?

ISO/IEC 42001:2023 is the international standard that sets out the requirements for implementing, maintaining, and improving an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). Published by ISO and IEC in December 2023, it is the first certifiable standard designed specifically for organizations that develop, provide, or use AI systems.


Unlike a technical guideline on AI models, ISO 42001 addresses the overall governance of the AI lifecycle: policies, impact assessment, data management, transparency, and third-party relationships. Certification demonstrates to customers, partners, and regulators that the organization actively manages the risks AI can create for individuals, groups, and society, rather than adopting it without oversight.

What is ISO 42001 certification?

The pillars of the standard

Governing AI from three angles

Responsible governance

Establishes clear policies, roles, and responsibilities for deciding how artificial intelligence is developed, acquired, and used within the organization.

Impact assessment

Requires identifying and assessing the consequences an AI system can have on individuals, groups, and society, not just on the business.

Continuous improvement

Periodically reviews the performance of the AI system and its controls, adjusting them as risks and technology change.

Structure of the standard

The 10 chapters of the standard

01

Object and scope of application

Define the scope of the SGIA and its applicability to the organization.

02

Regulatory references

Documents essential for the application of the standard.

03

Terms and definitions

Specific vocabulary for artificial intelligence management used in the standard.

04

Organizational context

Identification of internal/external issues and stakeholders relevant to the management system.

05

Leadership

Management commitment, AI policy, and assignment of roles and responsibilities.

06

Planning

Actions to address AI risks and opportunities, and definition of measurable AI management system objectives.

07

Support

Planning and control of processes, including the assessment of the impact of AI systems in production.

08

Operation

Planning and control of processes for the provision of products and services.

09

Performance evaluation

Monitoring, measurement, internal audit and management review.

10

Improvement

Handling non-conformities, corrective actions and continuous improvement of the system.

The value of the LSQA seal

The value of the LSQA seal

We turn technical support into trust.

El sello LSQA no es solo un documento: es la prueba visible de que una organización pasó por un proceso de auditoría exigente y objetivo. Cuando un cliente, un socio comercial o un regulador lo ve, sabe que detrás hay años de trayectoria certificando en toda América Latina, criterios técnicos rigurosos y seguimiento constante — no una autoevaluación. Por eso el sello se convierte en una herramienta comercial: reduce la incertidumbre de quien te elige y comunica, de un vistazo, un compromiso real con la calidad.

Why get certified

What your organization gains

  • Gets ahead of AI regulatory requirements, such as the EU AI Act, by adopting an internationally recognized governance framework.

  • Reduces the reputational and legal risk associated with bias, errors, or misuse of AI systems.

  • Builds trust with customers and partners who require evidence of responsible AI governance, not just statements of intent.

  • Becomes a competitive advantage over organizations that have not yet formalized their AI management.

  • Makes it easier to integrate with other already-certified management systems, such as ISO 27001, thanks to the shared structure of ISO standards.

Why get certified

Your journey with LSQA

Certification Process

Contact with LSQAContact with LSQA
I receive adviceI receive advice
I provide the information needed for a quoteI provide the information needed for a quote
I receive a quoteI receive a quote
I confirm the agreement by signing the contractI confirm the agreement by signing the contract
Welcome to the LSQA networkWelcome to the LSQA network
I am contacted to begin coordinating the serviceI am contacted to begin coordinating the service
I meet the audit team for my confirmationI meet the audit team for my confirmation
I receive the audit planI receive the audit plan
AuditAudit
I receive the reportI receive the report
If applicable, I receive the certificateIf applicable, I receive the certificate
Certificate
My voice is heardMy voice is heard

Preguntas frecuentes

What is ISO 42001 certification?

It is the first certifiable international standard for AI management systems (AIMS), published by ISO/IEC in December 2023. It certifies that an organization systematically identifies, assesses, and manages the risks of its AI systems, including their impact on individuals and society.

Which companies can get ISO 42001 certified?

Any organization that develops, provides, or uses artificial intelligence systems, regardless of size or sector: technology companies, financial services, healthcare, government, or any other industry that integrates AI into its processes or products.

How long is an ISO 42001 certificate valid?

An ISO 42001 certificate is valid for 3 years, subject to annual surveillance audits. At the end of the cycle, a recertification audit is carried out.

Why get certified with LSQA?

LSQA is the Uruguayan partner of IQNET, the leading global network of certification bodies. LSQA has issued more than 20,000 certifications in over 40 countries, born from the union of LATU and Quality Austria.

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