Shadow AI in Germany: Employees Follow Their Own Rules
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Many employees in Germany use artificial intelligence at work without their companies knowing about it or having approved it. This phenomenon is referred to as shadow AI. It involves programs and applications that employees use privately or on their own initiative to get their work done faster.
A survey by the IT services provider Tieto Germany shows how widespread this practice is. The results make clear that many companies do not have a clear overview of which AI tools are actually being used in everyday work. Often, employees use popular chatbots or text programs that have not been reviewed by the IT department.
This creates various risks for companies. If confidential data is entered into external programs, information about customers, projects or internal processes can reach the outside world. In addition, it is unclear who is responsible for errors caused by such tools. Experts therefore recommend establishing clear rules for the use of AI and training employees accordingly.
In summary, the study shows that the handling of artificial intelligence in many German businesses has not yet been regulated. Companies must therefore examine which applications are permitted and provide their employees with a reliable framework so that AI can be used safely and transparently.
Sources: LEADERSNET.de
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