AI Audit
A formal, systematic examination of an AI system's design, data, algorithms, outputs and governance processes to ensure compliance with ethical standards, regulations and organisational policies.
In plain language
A thorough review of an AI system to make sure it's working properly, following the rules and not causing harm. Like a financial audit, but examining algorithms, data and outcomes instead of money.
Why this matters
Regular AI audits are essential for governance maturity. They verify that policies are being followed, risks are being managed and AI systems are performing as intended. Audit capability should be built into your AI governance framework from the start.
Relevance
GovernanceAuditing is core governance machinery. It is how an organisation checks that its AI policies are followed, its risks are managed and its systems still do what they were approved to do.
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