C5. Compliance Criteria Scoring Matrix Quantitative comparison of candidate architectures across six compliance criteria, with weighted scores and evidence-based justifications. Weights are approved before the evaluation begins to prevent post-hoc rationalisation. Each candidate is scored as strong, adequate, or weak against each criterion. Responsible party: Technical SME scores. AI Governance Lead approves weights before evaluation begins. Regulations addressed: Annex IV(2)(b)–(e) (design, training, evaluation); Article 13 (transparency); Article 12 (record-keeping). Key outputs

• Pre-approved weight rationale
• Per-candidate evidence-based scoring