New AI guidelines emphasize planning and worker consultation
Government released draft AI guidelines Thursday advising businesses to consult staff before technology adoption.
Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth released draft optional AI guidelines Thursday. The guidelines warn that rushing into new technology without careful planning could harm companies.
Businesses should consult their staff before using AI. Businesses should clearly understand their goals first.
Months of talks with unions and employers like Telstra, Commonwealth Bank and Microsoft shaped the guidelines. Rishworth said current research suggests AI will boost most roles rather than replace them.
However, some jobs may be automated. The government is responding to fears of mass job losses from AI.
Some business groups worried the guidelines could add extra rules.
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Why it mattersThe guidelines aim to protect workers when companies use AI. They also help prevent sudden big job losses.
AustraliaAustralian workers gain a say in how AI gets introduced at their workplace; businesses get government guidance on safe rollout.
