AI is already shaping business decisions. Now it needs governance.
Responsible AI starts with ISO 42001 certification
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of everyday business operations, creating a new challenge: how to govern AI systems responsibly, transparently and at scale.
Published in 2023, ISO 42001 is the first international standard for establishing and maintaining an artificial intelligence management system (AIMS).
Why organisations prioritise ISO 42001
Five steps to ISO 42001 certification with Speeki
We recommend a clear five-step process to achieve ISO 42001 certification.
Gap analysis and readiness review
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We assess your existing AI governance practices against ISO 42001 requirements to identify strengths and gaps.
Building the AIMS
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Your organisation develops an AIMS tailored to its AI risks, including AI risk assessments, governance policies and lifecycle oversight for AI systems.
Pre-certification preparation
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Speeki helps you prepare for certification through reviews and mock audits that identify potential gaps before the formal audit.
Certification audit
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Speeki conducts the official two-stage ISO 42001 audit: stage 1 reviews your documentation and AIMS design, and stage 2 assesses how AI governance and controls operate in practice.
Certification and ongoing audits
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If the certification audit is successful, you receive ISO 42001 certification and enter the surveillance cycle with annual audits and recertification every three years.
Why choose Speeki for ISO 42001 certification?
Four reasons that matter.
✔ A globally recognised ISO certification body
✔ Senior auditors with over 20 years of experience
✔ Trusted by leading organisations worldwide
✔ Technology-driven approach with Speeki Engage®
See what our clients say
We recently asked our clients about their experience with Speeki's ISO certification process. Here is what they told us:
'The audit process was clear, well structured and professionally managed from start to finish.'
'The audit was conducted efficiently and without disruption to our business.'
'Speeki's auditors demonstrated strong subject matter expertise and a practical understanding of our organisation.'
Learn more about the certification process with Speeki – explore examples of certifications for British Standards Institution (BSI), Gaztransport & Technigaz (GTT) and Puma Energy.
Key questions about ISO 42001 certification
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Start by identifying where and how AI is used in your organisation. A structured AI inventory and gap analysis compares existing governance practices with ISO 42001 requirements and highlights areas that need improvement before certification.
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Organisations often benefit from targeted training to understand how an AIMS operates in practice. Training helps technical and governance teams understand AI risks, lifecycle controls and their responsibilities in AI oversight.
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ISO 42001 requires organisations to manage AI risks proportionately. Higher-risk AI systems – such as those influencing financial, medical or automated decision-making – require stronger oversight, testing, documentation and monitoring.
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Preparation usually includes a structured gap analysis and internal reviews before the formal assessment. This helps identify missing AI governance policies, clarify responsibilities, strengthen risk management processes and ensure appropriate oversight of AI systems across the organisation.
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ISO 42001 certification follows a two-stage audit. Stage 1 reviews AIMS documentation and readiness. Stage 2 assesses whether AI governance processes and lifecycle controls operate effectively in practice.
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Certification timelines vary depending on the number and complexity of AI systems and the maturity of existing governance processes. Many organisations complete implementation and certification within eight to fifteen months.
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Speeki supports organisations through training and technology. ISO 42001 training builds internal capability, while the Speeki Engage® platform helps manage AI inventories, risk assessments, governance documentation and audit evidence in one place.
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Certification costs depend on organisational size, the number and complexity of AI systems and the duration of the certification audit. Organisations should also plan for implementation support, training and governance tools.
About Speeki
Speeki is an assurance company helping organisations turn their compliance, sustainability and ESG initiatives into a competitive advantage. Providing independent validation across six areas – ISO certifications, sustainability reporting, product sustainability representations, circular economy, supplier audits and pre-acquisition ESG audits – Speeki strengthens consistency, credibility and confidence.
All of this is delivered through Engage®, Speeki’s AI-powered platform.
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