An independent standards body for AI-assisted business valuation
The National AI Valuation Institute and Standards (NAVIS) was founded to address a critical gap in the business valuation profession. As artificial intelligence platforms began producing Calculation of Value reports, it became clear that existing professional standards — designed for human practitioners — did not adequately address the unique characteristics, risks, and capabilities of AI-assisted valuation.
NAVIS was established to develop, publish, and maintain professional standards that ensure AI-assisted valuation reports meet rigorous requirements for methodology, transparency, reproducibility, and audit integrity.
NAVIS is an independent standards body. We develop and maintain the NAVIS Computational Valuation Standard (NAVIS CVS), which governs AI-assisted Calculation of Value engagements. We certify platforms that demonstrate compliance with our standards and maintain a public registry of certified platforms.
NAVIS is not a government agency or regulatory body. We do not have enforcement authority and our standards are adopted voluntarily by platforms that seek certification.
NAVIS is not affiliated with the AICPA, ASA, or any other existing professional valuation organization. Our standards are designed to be complementary to, not competitive with, existing professional standards such as SSVS.
NAVIS is not an appraisal firm. We do not perform valuations, issue valuation reports, or provide advisory services to businesses seeking valuations. Our work is limited to standards development, platform certification, and education.
NAVIS is funded by platform certification fees. Platforms that seek NAVIS certification pay an application fee and an annual renewal fee. This funding model ensures that NAVIS remains independent and does not rely on membership dues, government funding, or advertising revenue.
Our standards development process is guided by an Advisory Board composed of professionals with expertise in business valuation, artificial intelligence, accounting, and law. The Advisory Board reviews proposed standards, provides feedback on drafts, and advises on emerging issues at the intersection of AI and valuation.
The NAVIS Advisory Board is composed of professionals with deep expertise in business valuation, artificial intelligence, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. Board members serve in an advisory capacity and contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of NAVIS standards.
Advisory Board positions are currently available. We are seeking qualified professionals with backgrounds in business valuation (ABV, ASA, CVA), artificial intelligence and machine learning, financial regulation, or related fields. If you are interested in contributing to the future of AI-assisted valuation standards, please contact us.