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AI Compliance Checklist for Companies
Step-by-step guide: How to prepare your company for the EU AI Act – with concrete measures.
1 June 20269 min read
Phase 1: Inventory
Before taking action, you need a clear overview:
□ Record all AI systems in the company (including tools like ChatGPT, Copilot)
□ Document for each system: purpose, user base, data sources
□ Identify deployment areas (HR, marketing, customer service, etc.)
□ Designate responsible persons per system
□ Document suppliers and providers of AI systems
Tip: Involve all departments – teams often use AI tools that IT doesn't know about.
Phase 2: Risk Classification
Assign each AI system to a risk class:
□ Check against the list of prohibited practices (Art. 5)
□ Check against Annex III (high-risk areas)
□ Check transparency obligations (Art. 50)
□ Document the classification with justification
□ Have the classification reviewed by a second person
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Phase 3: Implement Measures
Depending on risk class:
For high-risk AI:
□ Create/complete technical documentation
□ Implement risk management system
□ Ensure data governance
□ Establish human oversight
□ Conduct conformity assessment
For limited risk:
□ Implement labeling process
□ Create transparency notices
□ Set up chatbot notices
For all companies:
□ Conduct AI literacy training (Art. 4)
□ Designate a compliance officer
Phase 4: Monitoring & Maintenance
Compliance is not a one-time project:
□ Regular review of risk classification
□ Update technical documentation when changes occur
□ Training for new employees
□ Monitor regulatory changes
□ Annual compliance audit
□ Document all measures and decisions
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