Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in almost all areas of life. It offers significant opportunities for innovation and, at the same time, poses major challenges - an issue that transcends national borders and industries; this is also reflected in standardization. Standards and specifications help strengthen trust in AI systems, making them safer, more reliable and more resilient.
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has prioritized this topic and is pleased to welcome Filiz Elmas-Arslan, Head of Strategic Development for Artificial Intelligence at DIN, the ISO member for Germany. Joining ISO’s Fellowship Programme as AI lead, she will work closely with the ISO Central Secretariat, helping to position ISO as a global contact for AI standardization and promoting the creation of sustainable solutions using new technologies.
Ms Elmas-Arslan will actively collaborate with ISO members and relevant stakeholders to elevate the strategic importance and visibility of AI standardization. Her responsibilities will include establishing an AI community, comprising ISO members, new partner organizations, and other relevant AI standardization entities. This initiative aims to expand the ISO ecosystem and introduce pertinent AI topics into standardization at an early stage. Drawing on her extensive experience and knowledge from her work at DIN, Ms Elmas-Arslan will support ISO in developing strategies for the safe and efficient use of AI and in facilitating the implementation of AI-capable applications.
“I am honored to join ISO in advancing a comprehensive approach to AI standardization. With a deep commitment to leveraging AI for positive global impact, I have dedicated my career to building strong networks and strategically positioning standardization as a catalyst for innovation. Working alongside my ISO colleagues, I’m excited to drive ISO’s role in setting global standards that foster trust, resilience, and sustainability in AI, forging partnerships that will shape a secure and inclusive future.”
