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NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)

Reviewed 19 July 2026Canonical definitionPart of: AI Agent Fundamentals →

A voluntary framework from the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology that helps organizations manage risks associated with AI systems across their lifecycle, covering governance, mapping, measuring, and managing AI risks.

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What is NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)?

A voluntary framework from the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology that helps organizations manage risks associated with AI systems across their lifecycle, covering governance, mapping, measuring, and managing AI risks.

Which terms are related to NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)?

Closely related concepts include AI Risk Officer, ISO 42001, Foundation Model, Generative AI. Each is defined in the Prefactor glossary.

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