Unlocking potential with Artificial Intelligence

Why should I read this?

The ongoing rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption in the workplace not only marks a substantial transformation in ways of working, but can also trigger new or additional legal obligations, including in relation to the required involvement of employee representatives.

While obligations to engage with employee representatives prior to the introduction of technology are not new, global requirements to involve employee representatives when rolling out new AI technology can vary - from information sharing, to formal consultation and, in some cases, codetermination/consent.

What do I need to know?

As employers look to implement new AI systems across their global workforce, understanding when and how employee representative obligations apply, and how they differ across jurisdictions, will be critical to avoiding legal risks, project delays, and reputational harm.

To help global employers stay ahead, we have prepared a global guide, which includes key considerations and an interactive map across 48 jurisdictions with a summary of requirements for the involvement of employee representatives when implementing AI. 

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Further reading

For further information on the EU AI Act, see our briefing, EU AI Act – Considerations for global employers. For information on obligations towards representative bodies generally and in relation to the introduction of technology, see our Representation in the workplace: Essential guide for global businesses and Representation in the workplace: Technology briefing.

Contacts and how we can help

Our teams of specialist lawyers around the world have significant experience of supporting employers to steer through the legal, regulatory and practical implications associated with the implementation and use of AI in the workplace. As well as practical advice, our teams can assist with tracking developments, policy and contractual reviews, training and audits of workforce-related risks.