Short Description of the Survey

The EU AI Act Maturity Assessment is a comprehensive survey designed to evaluate a company’s preparedness for compliance with the EU AI Act and ISO 42001 standards. This assessment covers critical areas, including governance, risk management, transparency, ethical practices, and employee training. By identifying strengths and gaps, the assessment provides organizations with clear insights and actionable recommendations to enhance their AI governance, ensure regulatory compliance, and mitigate risks associated with AI deployment.
Section 1: Governance and Leadership

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* 1. AI Governance Framework - Does your company have a defined AI governance framework?

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* 2. Executive Oversight - Is there executive-level oversight or a dedicated committee responsible for AI strategy and compliance?

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* 3. AI Policy and Objectives - Has your organization established formal policies outlining objectives, ethical guidelines, and compliance requirements for AI?

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* 4. Resource Allocation for AI Compliance - Are sufficient resources (budget, personnel, technology) allocated to ensure AI compliance with the EU AI Act?

Section 2: Risk Management and Compliance

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* 5. AI Risk Assessment - Does your company conduct regular risk assessments for AI systems?

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* 6. Risk Categories and Mitigation Plans - Have AI systems been categorized by risk level (e.g., minimal, limited, high, unacceptable risk), and are there corresponding mitigation plans?

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* 7. Compliance Monitoring - Is there a system in place to monitor ongoing compliance with AI regulations?

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* 8. Data Privacy and Security - Does your organization have data privacy and security measures specifically for AI applications?

Section 3: Transparency and Documentation

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* 9. Transparency and Explainability of AI Models - How transparent and explainable are your AI models to stakeholders?

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* 10. Documentation Standards - Are documentation standards established for each AI system, including purpose, methodology, and risk classification?

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* 11. Stakeholder Communication - Are policies in place for clear communication with stakeholders about AI system capabilities, limitations, and compliance?

Section 4: Ethical Considerations and Social Responsibility

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* 12. Ethical Guidelines for AI Development and Use - Are there ethical guidelines for AI development, deployment, and usage within your company?

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* 13. Bias Detection and Mitigation - Do you have mechanisms in place to detect and mitigate biases in AI systems?

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* 14. Impact on Society and Environment - Does your company assess the social and environmental impact of its AI systems?

Section 5: Training and Awareness

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* 15. Employee Training on AI Compliance - Are employees trained on AI compliance, including EU AI Act requirements and ethical considerations?

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* 16. Awareness Programs - Does your company provide regular updates and awareness programs about AI regulations and best practices?

Section 6: Readiness for ISO 42001

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* 17. ISO 42001 Readiness Assessment - Has your organization conducted an assessment for readiness to implement ISO 42001 (AI management system standard)?

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* 18. Integration of ISO Standards - Are ISO standards (such as ISO 27001 for security) integrated into AI compliance and governance practices?

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* 19. Angaben zum Unternehmen

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