Automated decision systems that use machine learning: Ethics by design and ethical use

Designation Number:

CAN/CIOSC 101

Standard Type:

National Standard of Canada - Domestic

Standard Development Activity:

New Standard

Status:

Proceeding to development

SDO Comment Period Start Date:

2019-05-07

SDO Comment Period End Date:

2019-05-29

Posted On:

2019-05-02

Scope:

This Standard specifies minimum requirements in protecting human values and incorporating ethics in the design and use of automated decision systems that use machine learning. This Notice of Intent was originally posted 2018-07-31 by the CIO Strategy Council: https://ciostrategycouncil.com/standards/new-projects/"

Project need:

Automated decision systems driven through machine learning algorithms are expanding the influence of artificial intelligence and is creating an urgent need for a framework to ensure that accountable and transparent decisions are made, supporting ethical practices.

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