Ethical Considerations of AI Tools in Corporate Communications
As AI becomes increasingly integrated into corporate video production, it is important to consider the ethical implications of these technologies. AI tools can significantly improve efficiency and reduce costs. But they can also have unintended consequences.
Data Bias Impacts AI Output
One ethical consideration for AI is the potential for bias. Artificial intelligence is created through machine learning using a set of data. If that data contains biases, those biases can be amplified by the algorithm’s output. And if you’re considering AI tools in a business setting, be aware that bias can perpetuate harmful stereotypes or exclude groups of people.
Many companies today place diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) front and center in their corporate communications. Before setting AI off to handle written or visual communications tasks, you should have a plan in place to ensure that your DEI efforts are deprioritized by the technology. When your team is trying to celebrate the different cultures and perspectives that make up your company, the last thing you want to do is include unintentionally exclusionary material.
Automation Causes Fear of Job Replacement
The largest pushback against AI has been its impact on employment. As AI tools become more capable, there is concern that it could replace human workers, leading to job loss and economic disruption. ChatGPT quickly became the household name for AI text generation. Writers, creatives, and even computer science professionals are feeling this threat to their livelihoods. As more companies move toward automation, consider how to mitigate these concerns and provide support for workers who may be affected.
AI tools should never replace the humanity within your company but rather enhance it. When you allow AI or automation to handle basic, mundane tasks, it frees up your staff to focus on high-level, strategic thinking.
When beginning to utilize AI tools, you also may want to reinforce to your employees how valuable their roles are. Automation should be an inspirational tool—not a scary one.
AI Poses Questions for Data Privacy
AI tools often require large amounts of data to train and operate effectively. This data may include sensitive information, from your own employees and company or others. It’s important to understand what data is being collected, whether it is stored securely, and if it will be used only for its intended purpose. Copyrighted materials or proprietary processes may require special attention to avoid potential legal issues down the road.
As with any new technology, it’s best to approach AI tools with a critical eye. By doing so, we can ensure that it’s being used responsibly to benefit your corporate processes.