ISO 42001 Certification & Audit Services
MHM is proud to be Canada's first certification body accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) to perform ISO 42001 certification audits. As organizations increasingly adopt AI, regulators, customers, and business partners expect formal governance over how AI systems are developed, deployed, and managed. Our accredited certification audits provide independent assurance that your Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) conforms to ISO/IEC 42001 and internationally recognized best practices.
Why Organizations Choose MHM for ISO 42001 Certification
Organizations pursuing ISO/IEC 42001 certification need more than an auditor; they need an experienced, certification body that understands AI governance, information security, and the requirements of accredited certification.
MHM delivers that by helping organizations demonstrate that their Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) conforms to an internationally recognized standard. Our senior auditors bring deep experience across AI governance, information security, privacy, and risk management, providing a practical, efficient certification process while maintaining the independence and integrity expected of an accredited certification body.
The MHM Difference
AI Governance Specialists
MHM specializes in cybersecurity, privacy, and AI governance certifications.
SCC Accredited Certification
Canada's first SCC-accredited ISO/IEC 42001 certification body.
Senior-Led Audits
Every audit is performed by experienced senior professionals.
Thorough and Pragmatic
We combine rigorous certification requirements with a practical approach.
Integrated Certifications
Combine ISO/IEC 42001 with ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701, SOC 2, and more.
Direct Access to Principals
Work directly with MHM’s experienced principals from start to finish.
What is ISO/IEC 42001?
ISO 42001 is the international standard for establishing, implementing, and continually improving an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). It provides a structured, globally recognized framework for governing the development, deployment, and use of AI systems, focusing heavily on risk mitigation, operational accountability, transparency, and full lifecycle oversight.
For organizations developing or deploying AI, accredited ISO/IEC 42001 certification provides independent assurance that AI governance processes have been evaluated against an internationally recognized standard.
Deep Dive: Read our article: ISO/IEC 42001: The Standard for Responsible AI Governance
Is ISO/IEC 42001 Right for Your Organization?
Organizations should consider ISO/IEC 42001 certification when they need a structured, internationally recognized approach to managing AI risks, responsibilities, and opportunities.
AI Developers
AI Service Providers
SaaS & Technology Providers
Regulated Industries
Enterprise AI Users
Cloud & Platform Providers
Integrated AI, Security & Privacy Certification
Align your AI governance program with your existing compliance framework. Organizations adopting ISO/IEC 42001 often already maintain security, privacy, and compliance programs, including: ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System, ISO/IEC 27701 Privacy Information Management System and SOC 2.
Integrated Certifications
Combine ISO 42001 certification with ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701, SOC 2, and more.
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Integrating ISO/IEC 42001 with Existing Compliance Programs
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ISO/IEC 42001: Scope of Certification Assessment
An ISO 42001 certification assessment evaluates whether an organization’s Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) has been effectively implemented and operates in accordance with the requirements of the standard. Our assessments focus on how AI is governed, managed, and controlled throughout its lifecycle, based on objective evidence of implementation and operation.
AI governance & Accountability
Governance structure, policies, roles, and accountability mechanisms for the oversight of AI systems
AI Risk Management
Processes for identifying, assessing, treating, and monitoring risks associated with artificial intelligence systems.
Monitoring, Oversight & Evidence
Human oversight mechanisms, performance monitoring, continual improvement processes, and documented evidence
AI Operational System Controls
Controls supporting the development, deployment, operation, and retirement of AI systems in a structured manner.
Build Confidence in Your ISO 42001 AI Governance Program
Preparing for ISO/IEC 42001 certification starts with understanding where your organization stands today. Our ISO 42001 Readiness Checklist helps you identify key requirements, evaluate your current AI governance practices, and prepare for the certification journey.
What’s Included?
✅ Identify potential gaps in your AI governance process
✅ Understand key ISO/IEC 42001 requirements
✅ Get a clear, actionable plan to move toward certification
Review our detailed MHM Client Certification Process to map out your upcoming audit timeline.
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