Certification Readiness Checklist

Certification isn’t just a badge — it’s a structured proof that your agency is managing AI responsibly and defensibly. The Certification Readiness Checklist helps your team evaluate whether you're prepared for audit, or if you should schedule a readiness consultation first.

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Designed for internal use, this checklist walks through every critical area of AI governance — including policy, oversight, legal controls, procurement, training, and public transparency. It helps agencies of all sizes identify gaps, build alignment, and accelerate toward certification.

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What's Inside

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• Step-by-step checklist across six certification domains
• Evaluation of internal documentation, oversight, and legal review
• Public-facing readiness assessment
• Guidance on when to schedule a readiness consultation
• Printable format for internal team collaboration