AI and diversity and inclusion: Creating an inclusive culture powered by technology
Diversity and inclusion is a key priority for all global businesses. Forward-thinking companies are actively hiring for cognitive diversity and embedding data driven strategies to turbo charge their D&I agenda. Disruptive technologies such as artificial intelligence (or AI) and machine learning are opening up new ways to derive novel insights and augment decision making for more diverse and inclusive workplaces. The digital age is no longer a 'thing'. It just is. But key questions are still to be answered. Can machines really replicate human behaviours for decision making and produce results that lead to a fairer and better society? What risks do they present? How must companies prepare for increasing regulation of AI across most sectors and geographies? In this first part of our AI blog series we set out some key takeaways from our recent conversation with Dr Vivienne Ming, theoretical neuroscientist and prominent AI researcher in human-related applications on the topic of AI and bias in business.