Compliance Framework
A structured set of regulations, standards, and guidelines that organizations must adhere to when deploying AI systems.
Full Definition
A compliance framework in the context of AI governance is a structured collection of legal regulations, industry standards, and organizational guidelines that dictate how AI systems must be developed, deployed, and operated. Key frameworks include the EU AI Act (the world's first comprehensive AI regulation), NIST AI Risk Management Framework (US-based risk guidance), ISO 42001 (AI management system certification), GDPR (data protection in AI processing), SOC 2 (security and availability), and HIPAA (healthcare AI). AI governance platforms automate compliance mapping by continuously monitoring agent behavior against these frameworks and generating audit-ready documentation.
Related Terms
EU AI Act
The European Union's comprehensive legal framework for regulating AI systems based on risk classification.
Audit Trail
A chronological, immutable record of every decision, action, and data access made by an AI agent.
AI Governance
The framework of policies, processes, and technologies used to ensure AI systems operate ethically, transparently, and in compliance with regulations.