Atoro today announced it has become the first consultancy in Europe to achieve ISO 42001 certification, the international standard for artificial intelligence management systems. This milestone certification, conducted by A-LIGN, establishes Atoro as a leader in responsible AI governance and risk management.
ISO 42001 provides organizations with a comprehensive framework to identify, manage, and mitigate risks associated with AI systems. This certification validates not only Atoro's innovative approach to compliance consulting but also ensures the accuracy and dependability of AI use within its practice.
By achieving this certification, Atoro demonstrates to clients its commitment to responsible AI governance and builds confidence in its AI-enhanced methodologies. The certification validates Atoro's innovative approach to combining artificial and human intelligence in compliance consulting and aligns with regulatory requirements outlined in the EU AI Act.
"This certification isn't just about validating our approach—it's about setting new standards for how consultants can leverage artificial and human intelligence to deliver deeper insights and a more responsive service," said Tom McNamara, Founder and CEO of Atoro.
As a cyber compliance agency specialising in custom security and compliance programs for technology-first companies, Atoro selected A-LIGN, one of the first auditors accredited for ISO 42001 by ANAB, to conduct the certification process. The collaboration with A-LIGN allowed Atoro to transform the audit into a strategic growth opportunity rather than merely a compliance exercise.
"We selected A-LIGN because of their extensive experience, deep technical knowledge of ISO standards, and their intersections with other frameworks," explained McNamara. "Our goal was to leverage A-LIGN's expertise to not only validate our approach but to gain valuable insights from the audit process."
Atoro also utilised Vanta's compliance automation technology to streamline the certification process, significantly reducing manual work by automating evidence collection and eliminating administrative burdens.
Since implementing ISO 42001, Atoro has integrated AI across nearly every aspect of their business while maintaining their people-first approach to service delivery. The certification enables Atoro to consolidate their security and AI risk assessments using the framework crosswalks of ISO 42001 and ISO 27001, saving valuable time and resources during future audits.
This achievement positions Atoro uniquely to help clients navigate the complex regulatory landscape emerging around artificial intelligence technologies, particularly as the EU AI Act creates new compliance requirements for organisations across Europe.
"As first movers in ISO 42001 certification, we've developed the expertise and frameworks to guide other organisations through this process," added McNamara. "We've led by example to ensure our clients can benefit from our experience and achieve their own certifications efficiently and effectively."
Organisations looking to demonstrate responsible AI governance and prepare for the EU AI Act can benefit from Atoro's firsthand experience as Europe's first ISO 42001-certified compliance agency. Our team combines practical certification knowledge with AI-enhanced methodologies to streamline your path to compliance.
Schedule a Consultation to learn how Atoro can help your organisation achieve ISO 42001 certification.
Atoro is a cyber compliance agency specialising in the development, implementation, and ongoing management of security and compliance programs. We prepare organisations for successful audits with end-to-end framework implementation, readiness assessments, and internal audit. Our team combines AI-enhanced methodology with expert guidance to streamline the path to certification success across ISO 42001, 27001, SOC 2, and other frameworks, while providing continuous support to maintain compliance long-term. Learn more at atoro.io.
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