Guidelines on AI for the Federal Administration (2020): requirements, deadlines and compliance actions
Leitlinien "Künstliche Intelligenz" für den Bund
What is Guidelines on AI for the Federal Administration (2020)?
Adopted in November 2020, seven guidelines steer the use of AI by the federal administration: putting people at the centre, conditions for development and use, transparency and explainability, accountability, security, active participation in AI governance, and involvement of stakeholders.
Who does it apply to?
Applies to the federal administration of Switzerland when it develops, procures or uses AI systems; cantons and private organisations are not bound.
- Sectors
- Cross-sector / all sectors
- AI use cases
- AI in public services
When do the requirements apply?
Dates are taken from the linked official source; a reviewer should confirm in-force and application dates before relying on them.
Official sources
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Guidelines on artificial intelligence for the Confederation
Swiss Federal Council · 25 Nov 2020 · Tier 1 source
Informational only, not legal advice. Verify every claim against the linked official sources and consult qualified counsel before acting.