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EU AI ACT
Audit Your AI Systems Against the EU AI Act
Audit Your AI Systems Against the EU AI Act
Prove Compliance Before It Is Required
Independent conformity assessments that reduce regulatory exposure, limit liability, and give regulators, clients, and investors the evidence they need to trust your AI.
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WHAT IS EU AI ACT AUDIT
An independent conformity assessment that evaluates whether your AI systems meet the obligations established by the EU AI Act.
An EU AI Act Audit is conducted against the requirements of the regulation, covering risk classification, technical documentation, data governance, human oversight mechanisms, transparency obligations, and post-market monitoring. It independently verifies whether your AI systems meet the conformity requirements applicable to their risk category, and delivers a structured audit report you can present to regulators, notified bodies, clients, and investors as evidence that your AI systems have been assessed against the regulation.
WHY AN EU AI ACT AUDIT MATTERS FOR AI COMPLIANCE
Compliance
Regulatory compliance you can prove
Audit evidence satisfies the conformity requirements of the EU AI Act and other applicable frameworks. Externally verified, not self-declared.
Risk
Reduced exposure to penalties
An audit identifies compliance gaps before regulators do. That difference matters when EU AI Act penalties of up to 3% of global turnover are on the table.
Trust
Trust signal for enterprise clients
Regulated industries require evidence of AI governance before signing contracts. An accredited audit report removes that barrier.
Governance
Investor and board assurance
An independent audit gives boards and investors a credible, structured view of how your AI systems are governed and controlled under the regulation.
Clarity
Clarity on where real risk lives
Audit findings reveal where compliance documentation disconnects from actual system behavior. That gap is where liability sits.
Defense
A defensible position before any investigation
If a regulator or notified body asks how your AI was assessed, an accredited third-party audit is the answer that holds.
ROADMAP TO AN EU AI ACT AUDIT
Week 1
Phase 1
Risk Classification & Scope Definition
Classify AI systems under the EU AI Act risk taxonomy (unacceptable, high-risk, limited risk, minimal risk). Define the audit boundary and applicable conformity requirements for each system in scope.
Weeks 1-2
Phase 2
Documentation Review
Assess technical documentation, risk management records, data governance policies, transparency obligations, and conformity assessment documentation against EU AI Act requirements.
Weeks 2-3
Phase 3
Control Effectiveness Testing
Evaluate implementation of human oversight mechanisms, data governance controls, monitoring processes, and incident response procedures through interviews and evidence review.
Weeks 3-4
Phase 4
Bias, Fairness & Robustness Assessment
Evaluate model behavior against EU AI Act requirements for accuracy, robustness, and non-discrimination. Assess testing methodology and performance documentation.
Weeks 4-5
Phase 5
Non-Conformity Analysis
Identify and classify findings against EU AI Act obligations. Distinguish between gaps in documentation, gaps in implementation, and gaps in operational effectiveness.
Weeks 5-6
Phase 6
Audit Report & Remediation Roadmap
Deliver a structured audit report with findings mapped to EU AI Act articles, root cause analysis, and a prioritized remediation roadmap aligned with conformity requirements.
Commitment to Excellence
We operate as an accredited, independent assurance body, delivering certifications and audits that regulators, investors, and boards trust.
Accreditation
Accredited as Conformity Assessment Body for AI Management Systems by ANAB (United States) and in the process for UKAS (United Kingdom) and ENAC (Spain - EU).
Credentials
Our team is qualified by leading international organisations for training and certification in AI, data and privacy governance.
Memberships
Member of IAPP, INCITS, UKAI and signatory to the EU AI Pact.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is an EU AI Act audit?
An independent conformity assessment that evaluates whether your AI systems meet the obligations established by the EU AI Act. The output is a structured audit report you can present to regulators, notified bodies, clients, and investors.
Which organizations need an EU AI Act audit?
Any organization that develops, deploys, or distributes AI systems in the European Union, regardless of where it is headquartered. The regulation applies to providers, deployers, importers, and distributors of AI systems placed on the EU market.
What does an EU AI Act audit cover?
Risk classification, technical documentation, data governance, human oversight mechanisms, transparency obligations, accuracy and robustness testing, and post-market monitoring. The audit evaluates whether controls are operative, not just documented.
Is an EU AI Act audit mandatory?
For high-risk AI systems, the EU AI Act requires a conformity assessment before market placement. Depending on the system category, third-party involvement from a notified body may be required. An independent audit by an accredited body provides the evidence base that conformity assessments rely on.
What are the penalties for non-compliance with the EU AI Act?
Penalties reach up to 3% of global annual turnover for violations of obligations, and up to 6% for prohibited AI practices. For SMEs and startups, lower caps apply. An independent audit is the most effective way to identify and close compliance gaps before penalties are imposed.
How long does an EU AI Act audit take?
A single system audit typically takes between four and six weeks from scoping to report delivery. Multi-system or multi-jurisdiction engagements take longer depending on complexity and documentation readiness.
Why does accreditation matter when choosing an EU AI Act audit provider?
Accreditation means the body has been independently evaluated for technical competence and impartiality by a recognized accreditation body. An audit report from an accredited body carries evidentiary weight with regulators and notified bodies that unaccredited assessments do not.
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