Binding regulations that require the same obligations this standard addresses. Implementing this standard can help satisfy these regulatory requirements.
ISO/IEC 38507 is the only international standard specifically addressed to governing bodies (boards, executives) rather than technical teams — directing boards to evaluate, direct, and monitor AI use. As regulators increasingly hold organisations accountable at the board level for AI governance, this standard defines what board-level AI oversight looks like.
Requirements
Requirement
Details
Governing body responsibility
Boards and governing bodies must evaluate, direct, and monitor the organisation's use of AI
Effective use
Ensure AI is used effectively to fulfil organisational objectives
Efficient use
Ensure AI use delivers value proportionate to resources and risks
Acceptable use
Ensure AI use complies with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical expectations
AI governance framework
Establish governance structures for oversight of AI across the organisation
Accountability assignment
Assign clear accountability for AI-related decisions and outcomes at executive level
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