AI audit catalog

An AI audit catalog is a structured checklist of auditable controls and requirements designed to verify an AI system's trustworthiness, including its fairness, transparency, and security. It translates abstract principles from frameworks like the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF) and standards such as ISO/IEC 42001 into concrete, testable actions. Unlike general IT audits, it specifically addresses AI-unique risks like algorithmic bias, model drift, and lack of explainability. It serves as a practical tool for AI governance, enabling organizations to systematically manage risks and demonstrate compliance throughout the MLOps lifecycle.

Implementation involves three key steps: 1) **Scoping & Customization:** Define the audit scope based on the AI system's risk profile and applicable regulations (e.g., EU AI Act), then customize controls from a framework like NIST AI RMF. 2) **MLOps Integration:** Embed automated checks into the CI/CD pipeline, such as data bias detection during preprocessing or model explainability tests before deployment. 3) **Monitoring & Reporting:** Continuously monitor controls and generate compliance dashboards for stakeholders. For example, a bank can use it to audit credit scoring models, improving regulatory compliance and reducing audit preparation time by over 40%.

Taiwan enterprises face three main challenges: 1) **Regulatory Uncertainty:** Taiwan's AI-specific laws are still evolving. The solution is to build a flexible catalog based on globally recognized standards like ISO/IEC 42001 and the NIST AI RMF. 2) **Talent Gap:** There is a shortage of professionals with combined expertise in AI, ethics, and law. The solution is to create cross-functional governance teams and partner with specialized consultants. 3) **Data Governance Immaturity:** Poor data quality and lineage hinder effective auditing. The priority should be to establish a foundational data governance framework before implementing a full AI audit catalog.

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