AI Act Quality Management Systems QuickStart

QuickStart: Implementing a Compliant Article 17 Quality Management System for the EU AI Act Under the EU Artificial Intelligence Act, providers of high-risk AI systems are legally required to implement and maintain a documented Quality Management System (QMS) as mandated by Article 17. This practical 1-day QuickStart course delivers a clear, step-by-step implementation roadmap based on the leading draft European standard prEN 18286 , equipping you with the tools and confidence to build a compliant, product-centric QMS efficiently from day one. Article 17 establishes one of the foundational obligations for high-risk AI providers. It requires a QMS that is deliberately product-centric and lifecycle-focused—unlike traditional organisation-wide standards such as ISO 9001—so it can address the unique challenges of AI systems, including model drift, data quality, continuous learning, and dynamic risks to health, safety, and fundamental rights. In this intensive course, you will receive practical, in-depth guidance on how to create, implement, maintain, and continuously improve a compliant AI Quality Management System aligned with prEN 18286. The program focuses on the core elements you need to get started immediately and is designed for developers, engineers, IT and MLOps managers, Data Protection Officers (DPOs), risk managers, legal and compliance professionals, governance specialists, internal auditors, and AI practitioners. By the end of the day, you will leave with a concrete, actionable roadmap to navigate the evolving AI regulatory landscape in 2026 and beyond—turning Article 17 compliance into a genuine strategic advantage for trustworthy, high-quality AI deployment across Europe. COURSE AGENDA DAY 1: The QMS Foundation Time: 9.00am - 4.30pm Plan the governance structure (Board, Regulatory Compliance Officer, AI QSM Manager, Authorised Representative) AI Literacy requirements Risk classification scheme Regulatory compliance strategy Quality management system desi