ISO 38507 defines guidelines for an organisation's governance of the use of Artificial Intelligence to ensure that such use is effective, efficient and acceptable within the organisation.
ISO 38507 is applicable to any organisation, including public and private companies, government entities and non-profit organisations. It is also applicable regardless of the size of the organisation, its reliance on data or the information technologies used in its AI systems.
ISO 38507 complements the ISO/IEC 38000 family of standards, which addresses IT and data governance, as AI governance is a subset of IT governance, and overlaps with data governance, as AI algorithms and systems process data and therefore their functionalities, value, etc. will depend on data.
Why is ISO 38507 important?
ISO 38507 is critical for organisations, enabling them to establish a governance framework for artificial intelligence (AI), ensuring that its development and use is aligned with strategic objectives, risk management and regulatory compliance.
In an environment where AI is increasingly influencing decision-making and operational efficiency, this standard provides principles and guidelines that enable organisational leaders to oversee the implementation of AI in a responsible manner. In addition, ISO 38507 helps establish appropriate controls to mitigate risks related to ethics, security and transparency, ensuring that AI is used in a manner that is trusted and beneficial to all stakeholders.
Key principles of ISO 38507:
- Informed and strategic decision making – Provides guidelines for organisational leaders to assess risks, opportunities and the impact of AI on business objectives.
- Accountability and effective oversight. Define clear responsibilities to ensure the ethical and transparent use of AI within the organisation.
- Integration with existing corporate frameworks – Allows AI governance to be aligned with the management and control systems already in place in the organisation.
Benefits of certification
- Strengthening reputation and trust Demonstrates the organisation's commitment to responsible AI governance, building trust among customers, partners and regulators.
- Prevention of negative impacts Helps mitigate risks such as model biases, security issues and incorrect automated decisions.
- Compliance with regulations and standards Facilitates adaptation to emerging legal frameworks on AI, reducing the risk of sanctions or non-compliance.
- Competitive advantage and sustainability It positions the organisation in the market as a benchmark in the responsible use of AI, ensuring its adoption in a safe manner and in line with international best practices.
Key requirements and processes
To implement governance of the use of AI aligned with ISO 38507 in your organisation you should consider the following matters:
- Define AI governance strategy: Align AI with strategic objectives and establish ethical principles.
- Assign roles and responsibilities: Establish responsible parties to oversee the use of AI and its governance.
- Manage AI risks: Identify, assess and mitigate AI-related risks, such as bias or security breaches.
- Comply with regulations: Ensure that AI systems comply with privacy and data protection regulations.
- Monitoring and continuous improvement: Establish a process for monitoring and updating AI models.
- Build trust and responsible use: Develop codes of conduct and train teams in the ethical use of AI.
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