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Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence and the need for Standards

Global AI adoption is growing steadily. Today, around half of organisations worldwide are reporting substantial benefits from using AI to deliver efficiency and productivity gains; boost creativity and innovation; and increase profitability. With the increased adoption and implementation of AI systems, the development of standards is needed to support the uptake of responsible AI practices.

Standards in AI can help:

    • Build trust and public confidence in AI systems by ensuring they are safe, reliable, and operate as intended.
    • Ensure AI systems respect human rights, diversity, and privacy.
    • Ensure AI systems are secure and protect data privacy.
    • Provide a framework for innovation, helping developers create AI systems that are both advanced and responsible.

    Responsible AI events

    We are pleased to announce three new AI-focused events with the support of the National AI Centre (NAIC), aimed at guiding businesses on how to implement AI responsibly,  safely and ethically. The events are targeted for small to medium enterprises and corporates that are using or planning to use AI applications and systems. These events will be hosted in three Australian cities.

    Melbourne
    CEDA AI Explorer Workshop, 22 October 2024
    Register Now
    Sydney
    Free AI Event, 7 November 2024
    Register Now
    Brisbane
    Free AI Event, 25 February 2025
    Register Now

    Leading the way in AI Standards

    Standards create a unified language for AI, benefiting businesses, policy-makers, regulators, and consumers. As AI policies evolve, businesses rely on standards for guidance on ethical and safe AI practices.

    Australian experts are pivotal in helping to shape international standards, ensuring they are relevant both locally and globally. Through collaboration with global counterparts, Standards Australia promotes safety, reliability, and innovation.

    AS ISO/IEC 42001:2023 is the first international management system standard developed specifically for AI, addressing ethical considerations, transparency, and continual learning. Developed with input from over 50 countries, it provides a framework for governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance, for organisations of any size, type and nature. This standard supports responsible AI use, and improves transparency and efficiency.

    AS ISO/IEC 42001:2023  is available via the Standards Australia Store and our distribution partners.

    Purchase AS ISO/IEC 42001:2023

    Standards Australia is collaborating with partners in government and industry to create resources and tools for businesses, ensuring safe and reliable AI implementation.

    Partnership with National AI Centre (NAIC)

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    Standards Australia has partnered with NAIC to launch the Responsible Artificial Intelligence Network, aimed at promoting and accelerating responsible AI adoption in Australia. This initiative, supported by industry and science groups, provides best practice guidance, tools, and learning opportunities. Standards Australia’s involvement ensures the promotion of internationally aligned standards and the inclusion of diverse Australian voices in AI standard-setting. Three AI events are planned, see the Register Now links above to learn more, and more events are in the pipeline.

    Partnership with Australian National University (ANU)

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    Standards Australia has partnered with the ANU to offer an in-depth online learning module on AS ISO/IEC 42001:2023, Information technology - Artificial intelligence - Management System. This collaboration aims to help organisations understand and implement best practices for AI risk management, balancing innovation with governance.  Participants will gain insights into ethical AI use and receive a certificate of completion.  Sign up for the course today: Understanding AS ISO/IEC 42001:2023, Information technology - Artificial intelligence - Management System - Continuing Education.

    Resources

    Introduction to Standards for AI Report Cover Image
    Designing, developing and deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a responsible manner is crucial in harnessing its transformative power without compromising the safety and security of Australian businesses and consumers. Standards are essential to the responsible uptake of AI.
    Responsible and Inclusive AI Report Cover Image
    Artificial intelligence (AI) is challenging societal norms and values and demonstrating its power as a driver of future competitiveness. As countries work to balance these competing dynamics and establish frameworks for AI governance, standards are a fundamental piece of the puzzle in promoting responsible and inclusive AI.
    Data Centric AI Report Cover Image
    As the exploration and development of artificial intelligence and AI systems becomes more prevalent in organisations around the world, for companies of all sizes and in all kinds of industries, the risks that data can pose carry a more elevated significance.
    Understanding 42001 Report Cover Image
    AS ISO/IEC 42001, Information Technology – Artificial Intelligence – Management System, is a powerful new tool to harness and regulate the risks and potentialities of AI.

    Youtube Videos of Workshops

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    This 60-minute webinar provides an overview of the standards landscape for AI nationally and internationally and unpacks why standards are important to the development and implementation of AI for business.
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    This workshop gives an overview of key AI concepts and terminology; the stages of the AI lifecycle; the standards development process; and key standards, both existing and in development, that are important to know about.
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    Discover how you can use standards to develop and deploy responsible AI in the one-hour workshop hosted by Standards Australia and the Responsible AI Network (RAIN).
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    "Data-centric AI" is the is the fourth webinar in a series designed to support businesses and industry representatives as they navigate the responsible design and uptake of AI in Australia.
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    Looking to integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) into your business? Learn how with this free one-hour virtual workshop.

    Contact

    Alexandra Snelson profile picture
    Alexandra Snelson
    Strategic Initiatives Manager
    William Giacometti profile picture
    William Giacometti
    Strategic Initiatives Officer