AI Risk Assessment Methodologies: A Comparative Analysis
A critical comparative analysis of the most influential AI risk assessment methodologies shaping regulatory and organisational responses to AI deployment.

Structured EU AI Act compliance frameworks for organisations deploying high-risk AI systems. Independent governance analysis. Defensible documentation.
Three core pillars designed to address the full spectrum of AI compliance challenges facing organizations today.

Our proven four-step methodology delivers clarity and actionable guidance at every stage of your compliance journey.
Comprehensive inventory and classification of your AI systems, their purposes, and operational contexts.
Systematic assessment against EU AI Act risk categories and applicable regulatory frameworks.
Evaluation of existing governance structures, documentation, and control mechanisms.
Prioritized recommendations with clear timelines, resource requirements, and implementation guidance.


We deliver substance over optics. Our approach is built on deep regulatory expertise and a commitment to actionable, defensible guidance.
Our frameworks are designed from the ground up for the new regulatory landscape.
Rigorous, defensible analysis that satisfies legal and compliance requirements.
Proactive identification and mitigation before enforcement actions occur.
Objective assessments informed by deep understanding of regulatory priorities.
Every engagement follows a documented analytical methodology. We do not rely on proprietary black-box tools or undisclosed scoring systems. Our frameworks are designed to be understood, challenged, and defended.
Systematic assessment against all eight high-risk categories defined in the EU AI Act, with documented reasoning for each classification decision.
Structured comparison of current governance posture against specific EU AI Act requirements, identifying gaps with severity ratings and remediation priorities.
Comprehensive audit framework covering Articles 9–15 requirements including risk management, data governance, transparency, and human oversight obligations.
Aurelion Consulting operates as a fully independent advisory practice. We maintain no vendor partnerships, technology affiliations, or lobbying interests that could compromise the objectivity of our analysis.
No vendor partnerships or referral arrangements
No technology platform affiliations
No lobbying or policy advocacy interests
No commission-based recommendations
Analysis driven solely by regulatory requirements and client facts
This independence means our recommendations are based solely on regulatory requirements, enforcement trends, and the specific facts of each engagement. We have no financial incentive to recommend any particular technology, vendor, or compliance approach.
Each engagement is scoped to deliver specific, documented outputs. Choose the level of analysis appropriate to your organisation's current regulatory position.
A focused initial assessment to determine your organisation's regulatory exposure under the EU AI Act.
Comprehensive analysis of your current governance posture against EU AI Act requirements, with a structured remediation roadmap.
Retained advisory support for organisations requiring continuous governance oversight as regulations evolve.
All engagements are scoped individually based on organisational complexity, number of AI systems, and jurisdictional requirements. Fees are discussed during initial consultation.

We partner with organizations across sectors where AI governance is not optional—it's essential.
Foundation model providers, AI startups, and machine learning platforms navigating complex regulatory requirements.
Financial technology firms operating under multiple regulatory regimes with AI-powered products and services.
Healthcare organizations and life sciences companies deploying AI in high-stakes clinical and research contexts.
B2B software providers embedding AI capabilities into products serving regulated industries.
Government agencies and policy-facing entities implementing AI with public accountability requirements.
AI governance requirements extend across all sectors. Let's discuss your specific context.
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