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Govern AI Systems With Confidence, Backed by ISO 42001

ControlSage enables you to implement the world's first certifiable AI Management System standard using advanced, expert-guided services.

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AI GOVERNANCE VALUE

Because AI regulation is accelerating, and ISO 42001 is becoming the reference standard for responsible AI

AI GOVERNANCE ROADMAP

A Disciplined Route to AI Governance

Your Clear Path to ISO 42001 Certification

From AI risk assessment to your Annex A controls, gain the visibility and guidance needed to build a certifiable AI Management System and pass your external audit.

Inventory your AI systems and use cases

Build AI governance controls with expert guidance

Guide you through ISO 42001 external certification

Our Process

AIMS Design & Planning

Design and structure your AI Management System (AIMS) in alignment with ISO 42001 requirements, defining scope, objectives, and AI risk treatment plans.

AIMS Design & Planning

Design and structure your AI Management System (AIMS) in alignment with ISO 42001 requirements, defining scope, objectives, and AI risk treatment plans.

Implementation & Documentation

Deploy the necessary AI governance controls and develop all mandatory documentation, including policies, model cards, and risk assessments, to achieve ISO 42001 compliance.

Implementation & Documentation

Deploy the necessary AI governance controls and develop all mandatory documentation, including policies, model cards, and risk assessments, to achieve ISO 42001 compliance.

Internal Audit & Evaluation

Conduct internal audits and a formal management review to evaluate the effectiveness of your AIMS and identify areas for improvement.

Internal Audit & Evaluation

Conduct internal audits and a formal management review to evaluate the effectiveness of your AIMS and identify areas for improvement.

Certification Audit Support

Receive end-to-end guidance and support through the external certification audit, ensuring a smooth path to ISO 42001 certification.

Certification Audit Support

Receive end-to-end guidance and support through the external certification audit, ensuring a smooth path to ISO 42001 certification.

Resources

The Modern Approach to Managed ISO 42001

The Ultimate Guide to ISO 42001 Readiness

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ISO 42001 AI GOVERNANCE GUIDE

Govern AI use with accountable decisions and evidence

ISO 42001 introduces a management-system approach to AI. Teams need to define which AI systems and uses are in scope, assess impact and risk, set governance roles, manage data and third parties, and monitor outcomes after deployment. Effective implementation ties AI objectives to real product and business decisions, with documented human oversight, incident pathways, and improvement reviews. This makes the program useful to customers, regulators, and internal stakeholders alike.

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What's the difference between a Stage 1 and Stage 2 audit?

Stage 1 is a documentation review that checks whether your AI Management System meets ISO 42001 requirements and is ready for assessment. Stage 2 is the full certification audit, where the auditor tests whether your AI governance controls are implemented and operating effectively.

How is our AIMS scope determined, and does it matter?

Your scope defines which AI systems, use cases, and business units are covered by certification. Getting it right affects audit cost, timeline, and risk exposure — we help you define a scope that's defensible and manageable.

Can we exclude certain Annex A controls from our Statement of Applicability?

Yes. ISO 42001 lets you justify excluding controls that don't apply to your AI risk environment, as long as it's documented in your Statement of Applicability. We help you build a defensible SoA that holds up under audit.

How often do we need internal audits and management reviews?

ISO 27001 requires internal audits and management reviews at planned intervals, typically at least annually. We manage the scheduling, execution, and follow-up so nothing slips.

Can you help with corrective actions if we fail to meet a control requirement?

Yes. When a nonconformity is identified, we help you design and document corrective actions that address the root cause and satisfy the auditor on your next surveillance visit.

What happens after we pass our certification audit?

We transition you into continuous governance. Certification is valid for three years with annual surveillance audits, and we maintain strict oversight of your ISMS to keep you perpetually audit-ready as you scale.