Mission Embedded Becomes First Austrian Company to Receive ISO 42001 Certification for AI Systems Development

Vienna, October 22, 2024

Austrian technology company Mission Embedded has become the first provider of innovative digitalization solutions for the rail, aviation, medical technology, defense, and industrial sectors in Austria and the EU to receive the ISO/IEC 42001 certification for responsible AI systems development. The certification was awarded by the internationally renowned CIS – Certification & Information Security Services GmbH, a 100% subsidiary of Quality Austria Holding GmbH.

Compliance with the EU AI Act

With the ISO/IEC 42001 certification, Mission Embedded assures its customers that their AI-based solutions meet key requirements of the EU AI Act, passed by the European Commission in spring 2024, regarding the responsible use of new technologies – especially in the areas of transparency, safety, reliability, and ethics. This is particularly important for companies in the field of critical infrastructures.

World’s First Standard for AI Management Systems

ISO/IEC 42001:2023 is the first global standard for AI management systems, establishing clear guidelines for the responsible development, operation, and use of AI technologies. It ensures that AI systems are managed transparently, ethically, and without bias. Moreover, the standard offers a systematic framework for managing the risks, opportunities, and impacts associated with artificial intelligence.

AI Systems of Highest Standards

Mission Embedded’s products and solutions empower companies to design smarter infrastructures while enhancing the safety and efficiency of their operations. These include driver assistance systems for rail vehicles and AI-powered solutions for air traffic control and safety monitoring.

Michael Kreilmeier, Managing Director of Mission Embedded, stated: “With the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, companies must trust that their providers develop and implement AI to the highest standards. We are proud to be the first company in Austria and the EU in the field of critical infrastructure solutions to achieve ISO 42001 certification, offering this assurance to our customers globally. Independent audits and certifications are essential to continuously optimizing our processes – particularly in the important area of AI. The CIS team has been an excellent partner on this journey, providing outstanding expertise and a demanding yet effective approach.”

The audit of Mission Embedded was conducted by CIS – Certification & Information Security Services GmbH, a leading global provider of auditing, compliance, and certification services, particularly in the field of critical infrastructures (notably NIS-2). The audit covered numerous aspects, including data analysis and management, data protection, risk analysis and mitigation, AI training methods, transparency, quality assurance, and third-party management.

Harald Erkinger, Managing Director of CIS, added: “Mission Embedded was among the first companies to approach us after the release of the ISO/IEC 42001 standard. This underscores the company’s strong commitment to leading standards in AI governance and strengthens trust in its AI-powered solutions, especially for companies in safety-critical infrastructures. We are pleased to have supported Mission Embedded in this important step.”

About Mission Embedded

Mission Embedded is an Austrian technology company specializing in intelligent digitalization solutions for the rail, aviation, medical technology, defense, and industrial sectors. The company’s core business includes assistance and automation solutions, as well as advanced video systems for safety monitoring. Artificial intelligence, cutting-edge sensor technology, and reliable communication technologies play a central role in their solutions. Mission Embedded helps companies to design smarter infrastructures while enhancing the safety and efficiency of their operations. As part of the Frequentis Group, the company builds on over 75 years of experience in the development of mission-critical system solutions and strengthens the group’s innovation as AI competence center.

About CIS – Certification & Information Security Services GmbH

Operating under the motto “Secure Your Business,” CIS is an accredited certification partner specializing in information security, NIS-2, TISAX, artificial intelligence, data protection, and business continuity management. Based in Austria, CIS provides certification services for management systems and personnel. Its highly regarded certifications, both domestically and internationally, offer a competitive edge and often serve as a “door opener” in national and international tenders. This is due to accreditation by Accreditation Austria and the international accreditation body APMG. www.cis-cert.com