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Article 72: Post-market monitoring by providers and post-market monitoring plan for high-risk AI systems
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UpcomingAnnex III from 2 Dec 2027; 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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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.