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Article 72: Post-market monitoring by providers and post-market monitoring plan for high-risk AI systems

Praxikon tracks Article 72 (Post-market monitoring by providers and post-market monitoring plan for high-risk AI systems) under the EU AI Act, citing the source for every statement.

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ActiveProvision applies since 2 Aug 2026; Annex III from 2 Dec 2027 and Annex I from 2 Aug 2028
Title VIII: Post-Market Monitoring & Surveillance

Article 72 requires providers to establish a post-market monitoring system proportionate to the nature of the technology and risks of the high-risk AI system.

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Source: EUR-Lex, Regulation (EU) 2024/1689. Text reproduced verbatim.

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Frequently asked questions

What is post-market monitoring for AI under Article 72?+
Article 72 requires providers to establish a post-market monitoring system proportionate to the nature of the technology and risks of the high-risk AI system.
Must a post-market monitoring plan be drawn up?+
Yes, providers must draw up a documented post-market monitoring plan as part of the quality management system.
What documentation does Article 72 of the AI Act require?+
Article 72 of the AI Act requires that relevant documentation is maintained as part of the compliance process. This may include technical documentation, instructions for use, logs or declarations of conformity, depending on the classification of the AI system.

What Article 72 requires in practice