ISO/IEC 42001 Advisory
Establish control. Demonstrate accountability. Prepare for scrutiny.
Most organisations are already using AI.
Very few can demonstrate control.
ISO/IEC 42001 introduces formal expectations for how AI must be governed, monitored, and managed.
We help leadership teams move from fragmented AI activity to structured, auditable control.
Built on over 30 years of IT leadership, enterprise risk management, and governance experience across complex and regulated environments.
Independent, pragmatic, and focused on real-world implementation—not theoretical models.
What is ISO/IEC 42001?
ISO/IEC 42001 is the international standard for AI Management Systems (AIMS).
It defines how organisations:
- govern AI across the lifecycle
- manage risk, bias, and unintended outcomes
- implement accountability and oversight
- demonstrate compliance to regulators and stakeholders
It is the AI equivalent of ISO 27001 for information security.
Why it matters now
It is influencing decisions, automating processes, and interacting with customers.
Without governance, this creates:
- unmanaged operational risk
- regulatory exposure
- reputational damage
- loss of executive control
Opinion: Organisations that delay structured AI governance will face reactive, costly remediation later.
Who is this relevant for?
ISO/IEC 42001 is particularly relevant to organisations that:
- are deploying or scaling AI solutions
- rely on third-party AI vendors
- operate in regulated or high-risk sectors
- need board-level assurance over AI use
- expect future regulatory scrutiny
This includes both AI producers and AI users.
What does “readiness” mean?
Readiness is not certification.
It is the ability to demonstrate that your organisation has:
- defined AI governance structures
- clear policies and control frameworks
- documented risk management processes
- visibility of AI systems in use
- accountability at leadership level
In practical terms, readiness means you could withstand audit scrutiny.
Common gaps we see
Most organisations are further behind than they expect.
Typical gaps include:
- no central register of AI systems
- unclear ownership of AI risk
- policies that do not reflect real AI usage
- limited oversight of third-party models
- absence of monitoring for model behaviour
- disconnect between technical teams and leadership
These gaps create hidden exposure.
Our ISO/IEC 42001 Advisory Approach
We take a structured, board-aligned approach grounded in real-world governance experience
1. Gap Assessment
We assess your current position against ISO/IEC 42001 requirements.
Clear, evidence-based view of where you stand.
2. Risk & Governance Design
We define:
- governance structure
- roles and accountability
- policy framework
- risk management approach
Aligned to your organisation, not theoretical models.
3. Control Framework Implementation
We translate requirements into operational controls:
- processes
- documentation
- reporting mechanisms
Designed to work in practice.
4. Leadership Alignment
We ensure executives understand:
- their accountability
- key risks
- required oversight
Governance only works when leadership is engaged.
2. Risk & Governance Design
We validate that:
- controls are in place
- evidence exists
- gaps are closed
Preparing you for certification or regulatory review.
Outcomes for leadership teams
Our work delivers clarity and control at the top of the organisation.
You gain:
- clear visibility of AI across the business
- defined accountability and governance
- reduced operational and regulatory risk
- confidence in decision-making
- a structured path to ISO/IEC 42001 certification
Most importantly, leadership regains control over how AI is used.
Request an ISO/IEC 42001 Readiness Briefing
We will provide a focused assessment of:
- your current exposure
- likely gaps
- recommended next steps
No obligation. Clear, practical insight.
