- The Challenge: Organizations are racing to implement AI solutions for competitive advantage, but often overlook establishing AI strategy and governance. HR’s role in fostering organizational culture and driving digital change is often excluded from strategic AI planning.
- The Opportunity: McLean & Company’s new guide, “Develop Responsible AI Guiding Principles,” aims to help HR and organizational leaders create responsible AI strategies and governance to prepare for the future of work.
Quotes from McLean & Company Leadership:
- Lisa Highfield, Principal Director, Human Resources Technology and Artificial Intelligence:
“Many organizations are not implementing responsible AI guiding principles, which is a critical step in AI governance and the broader AI strategy. HR leaders have not only an opportunity but a responsibility to help prepare the organization for change and help secure the success of AI adoption as we progress into the future of work.”
Key Steps to Develop Responsible AI Guiding Principles:
- Gather Key Information: Establish an AI governance committee to discuss organizational AI strategy and assess associated risks. Gather inputs to inform AI guiding principles.
- Identify and Draft Principles: Research and draft AI guiding principles tailored to the organization’s unique needs, defining the rationale and implications of each principle.
- Communicate and Iterate: Develop AI policies, communicate across employee groups, and actively evaluate, maintain, update, and reinforce the AI guiding principles within the organization.
McLean & Company’s Advice:
- There’s no single source of truth for responsible AI guiding principles. Consider industry, regulatory, legal, compliance, and organizational factors, which may evolve over time.
- Form a cross-functional team, including HR, to review AI governance and guiding principles. HR’s understanding of ethical, legal, and people-focused risks positions it well to support responsible AI adoption.
Additional Resources:
- Access the full resource: Develop Responsible AI Guiding Principles
- Explore McLean & Company’s webinars: Attend upcoming free sessions, access recorded sessions, or register for the “Human Resources and AI – Enabling the Organization of the Future” research webinar on May 23, 2024, on McLean & Company’s webinars page.
As AI continues to transform organizations, responsible AI governance and guiding principles become crucial. McLean & Company’s new guide provides a roadmap for HR and organizational leaders to develop and implement responsible AI strategies, ensuring successful AI adoption and risk mitigation. With a collaborative approach and continuous iteration, organizations can harness the power of AI while maintaining ethical, legal, and people-focused considerations.
