Only half of employees believe their employers’ policies around artificial intelligence usage are “very clear” and 57% said they may use AI in ways that violate company policies, per a report from Resume Now.
“Without clear policies, employees may unintentionally misuse AI, increasing the risk of policy violations or disciplinary action,” Keith Spencer, a career expert for Resume Now, said in a blog post at the top of the year. “Understanding company policies ensures that AI tools are used responsibly while minimizing compliance risks.”
Workplaces may soon face other AI compliance issues, an attorney told HR Dive. This inlcudes coworker harassment, emotional attachment to AI tools and AI-related accommodation requests. When a new situation arises, going back to the basics can help employers develop policies and make decisions.
“As AI policies evolve, employees may need to adapt to shifting oversight structures,” Resume Now’s Spencer wrote previously. “IT departments are seen as the most capable of managing AI-related policies, but cross-department collaboration will likely be necessary to ensure that policies are clear, enforceable and aligned with company goals.”
That’s where HR can come in, advisory firm McLean recommends. Because HR has experience creating systems that develop organizational culture and promote digital change, HR professionals should be actively involved in creating companies’ AI plans.
HR Dive gathered a collection of stories documenting the persistent challenges employees and employers face in using AI appropriately.
