Blackline Achieves ISO 42001 Certification for AI Management

The groundbreaking IA management certification affirms the governance and confidence in the studio360™ platform, the Foundation for Blackline’s Verity™ AI.

LOS ANGELES, September 10, 2025 / Prnewswire / – Blackline, Inc. (Nasdaq: BL) announced today that it has received the ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification for its Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). This certification provides a reliable foundation for Verity, an extensive suite of AI capabilities from Blackline.

Setting New Standards in Financial Confidence

The announcement coincides with the launch of Verity, a suite of integrated and verifiable AI tools. The ISO 42001 certification affirms the robust governance framework of Blackline’s studio360 platform, ensuring that its AI is developed with the highest ethical and operational standards in mind.

Independent Validation of AI Principles

Owen Ryan, Co-CEO and Chairman of the Board at Blackline, stated, “Talking about confidence is easy; proving it is what matters. This ISO 42001 certification is proof of our commitment.” He emphasized that this independent validation reflects the robust principles integrated into the studio360 platform and Verity AI, providing customers with a verifiable foundation for governance.

World-Class Security Infrastructure

This achievement builds on Blackline’s already established world-class security infrastructure, which complies with multiple internationally recognized standards, including:

• ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security Management)
• ISO/IEC 27017 (Cloud Security)
• ISO/IEC 27018 (Cloud Privacy)
• ISO/IEC 27701 (Privacy Information Management)
• SOC 1 and SOC 2 Type 2 reports

Advancing Beyond Automation

According to Jill Knesek from Blackline, “With Verity, we go beyond mere automation to deliver comprehensive financial operations for the CFO office. The ISO 42001 certification is the cornerstone of our governance, ensuring that our AI experiences are not only powerful but also transparent and verifiable.”

Strategic Partnerships Reinforcing Trust

Blackline’s dedication to fostering trust is bolstered by strategic partnerships with leading audit and advisory firms. These alliances ensure that Blackline’s solutions align with global accounting standards, providing a trustworthy network for customers.

Conclusion: A Trusted AI Platform for Finance

By achieving ISO 42001 certification, Blackline cements its position as a leading platform for the automation of finance and accounting. Its capability to unify and connect to source data allows businesses to manage their financial operations effectively, ensuring data integrity and strategic insights.

About Blackline

Blackline (Nasdaq: BL) is transforming digital finance by empowering organizations with precise, effective, and intelligent financial operations. The comprehensive studio360 platform addresses critical mission processes, delivering streamlined data, optimized processes, and real-time visibility through automation and AI.

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