HR Ready for AI at Work?

Ep236: 

There's no debate that Artificial Intelligence is impacting Human Resources. However, while some fear we’re on a reckless path towards an Extinction-Level event, we’re going to slow it down, take a breath, narrow our focus, and concentrate first on avoiding a Career-Ending event. Back by popular demand is Jenn Betts, an expert in the impact of technology in the workplace. We discuss what AI tools are being embraced, what legal snags to consider, and what's already in the works when it comes to legislation.

Lawyer on the Clock:

3:29 - The senate Chambers Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee advanced legislation to overhaul labor laws governing unionization, paid sick leave, and wage discrimination. 

10:25 - Employees at the Afton Starbucks in St. Louis have petitioned with the Service Employees International Union to organize. 

Philburt’s Phorum:

13:23 - Fun with AI apps that make Phil and Burt sing and dance.

The Employers’ Lounge: Is HR Ready for AI at Work?

16:47 - There is an interesting gap in what different people and organizations consider Artificial Intelligence when reporting on if they use it in their HR processes. It can be as simple as a chat bot. 

23:16 - The EEOC has concerns about disparate impacts when using these technologies in the hiring process, and has issued some guidance. 

27:05 - New York City has a blockbuster law, which is the first to place detailed, robust requirements related to employer use of AI in the workplace. 

 

Host(s): 

Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers’ Association

Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins

 

Special Guest(s): 

Jenn Betts, Office Managing Shareholder, Co-Chair of Technology Practice Group - Ogletree Deakins

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