Alka Ramchandani-Raj, member of the Workplace Safety and Health practice, and Michael Chichester, Co-Chair of the Robotics, AI and Automation practice, discuss key safety considerations as employers rapidly adopt automated technologies to aid their workforces in response to the current pandemic.

Natalie Pierce and Chase Perkins discuss the role emerging technologies – like robotics, AI and thermal imaging – have played in the workplace following the outbreak of COVID-19.

Associate Matt Scherer, member of Littler’s Robotics, AI and Automation Practice Group and Data Analytics team, and Andrew Arruda, founder of Ross Intelligence, discuss how AI is being used in the practice of law, such as in legal research and contract review. Matt and Andrew differentiate between tasks that are well-suited for AI to tackle (with human oversight), and tasks that continue to require human reasoning and creativity. They also consider how AI may transform legal services, including how machines may be used by the judicial system and may enable easier access to representation and justice. For more information, see Garry Mathiason's article, "AI’s Transformational Role in Making HR More Objective While Overcoming the Challenge of Illegal Algorithm Biases," at https://www.littler.com/publication-press/press/ai-transformational-role-making-hr-more-objective-while-overcoming.

Garry Mathiason, founder and co-chair of Littler's Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Automation practice group and Dr. Valerie Morignat, Founder and CEO of Intelligent Story, cover the essentials for successful adoption within an organization of AI-powered HR systems. Valerie is an experienced AI strategist and her company is dedicated to helping leaders and organizations drive value from AI and Machine Learning with ethically aligned strategies and diverse teams. Valerie reviews five key steps to creating a legal and ethical compliance road map for the adoption and organizational deployment of AI-Powered HR systems and applications. Tune in for practical takeaways on how to harness your competitive edge through advancing technologies and succeed in your company’s AI transformation.

Natalie Pierce, co-chair of Littler's Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Automation practice group, and Debra Kadner, machine learning expert and cofounder of Eskalera, discuss the framework for helping employers build their workforces for the future.

Natalie Pierce, co-chair of Littler’s Robotics, AI and Automation Practice group, and Alka Ramchandani Raj, Of Counsel member of the Workplace Safety and Health practice group, discuss how the use of robotics is affecting workplace safety and health. Natalie and Alka explain that while workplace repetitive stress injuries cost employers billions of dollars each year, OSHA has predicted that the integration of robotics will drastically reduce these injuries and associated costs. On the other hand, there are four types of injuries that OSHA has identified as greater risks as more robots enter the workplace. Alka reviews guidance to help employers mitigate those risks, describes the process used to evaluate safety controls, and explains how virtual reality safety training environments can help employees stay safe.

In this podcast, Aaron Crews, Littler’s Chief Data Analytics Officer, Natalie Pierce, co-chair of Littler’s Robotics, AI and Automation Practice Group and Diversity and Inclusion Council and Garry Mathiason, co-chair of Littler’s Robotics, AI and Automation Practice Group discuss what impact AI and automation will have on employers in the future. *Originally broadcast on the Littler Labor & Employment Podcast

Aaron Crews, Littler’s Chief Data Analytics Officer, Natalie Pierce, co-chair of Littler’s Robotics, AI and Automation Practice Group and Diversity and Inclusion Council and Garry Mathiason, co-chair of Littler’s Robotics, AI and Automation Practice Group discuss what impact AI and automation will have on employers in the future.

Natalie Pierce, co-chair of Littler's Robotics, AI and Automation Practice group and Eric van Dam from Littler's office in Amsterdam (CLINT Littler), discuss the exciting opportunities and challenges resulting from the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in HR decision-making and reporting. Specific examples are provided of companies that are experiencing success in employing AI into such functions as recruitment and hiring; and the benefits – such as maximizing your talent pool and productivity efficiencies – that can be garnered for employers. Natalie and Eric explore how to overcome impediments to adoption, such as algorithmic bias, and what organizations can do to mitigate those risks. They review the intersection of AI with privacy rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the critical role of transparency in the integration of AI tools. The podcast addresses all these issues and considers the repercussions through the lens of European Union and Dutch law. *Originally broadcast on the Littler Labor & Employment Podcast

In this podcast, Natalie Pierce, the Co-Chair of Littler's Robotics, AI, and Automation Practice Group and Guillaume Desmoulin of Littler's Paris office (Fromont Briens) discuss collaborative robots – or cobots. They explain cobots’ increasing integration into the workforce in both the United States and Europe and identify growth opportunities in several industries. Natalie and Guillaume also explore how businesses can utilize robots in their various forms to increase productivity and safety, while avoiding potential risks. *Originally broadcast on the Littler Labor & Employment Podcast

Natalie Pierce, the co-chair of Littler’s Robotics, AI and Automation Practice Group, and Jeff Burnstein, the President of the Association for Advancing Automation, discuss automation and robotics in the workplace, and their effects on morale. As Natalie and Jeff review how growing businesses institute new technologies, they address how employers can preserve employee morale by proactively explaining the benefits of automation initiatives, such as reduced injuries and better job satisfaction. Natalie and Jeff also explain how businesses that integrate automation successfully experience increased productivity and profitability, and thus gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. *Originally broadcast on the Littler Labor & Employment Podcast

Aaron Crews, Littler’s Chief Data Analytics Officer, discusses potential uses for AI in supporting HR decisionmaking with Athena Karp, who is the CEO and cofounder of HiredScore. They explore ways that technology—such as explainable algorithms—can serve employers by improving the effectiveness and transparency of processes for companies and other stakeholders, including candidates. They also address how organizations can structure, validate and verify their data and data training to prevent bias from sneaking into AI-driven analysis.