Assurance
Assurance method types
Different questions require different assurance methods; several methods can support the same governance decision.
Assessment
A structured broader review or questionnaire. Example: a DPIA considers data processing, necessity, risks, and safeguards.
Control Test
A check of one operational control. Example: sample 20 decisions and verify that required human review occurred.
Technical Evaluation
An executable measurement. Example: required accuracy is 94%, while observed accuracy is 91%.
Human Review
Expert judgment. Example: review whether the AI System's technical documentation is sufficient for the decision being requested.