Exploring Governance in AI Utilization for HR Departments

Seminar on AI Governance for HR Departments

On May 11, 2026, a seminar titled "Designing Generative AI Governance for HR Departments" will be held by Takumi Sugawara, the AI Business Executive Officer of Sanshin Co., Ltd. This event promises to provide valuable insights into the difference between companies successfully utilizing AI and those that are hesitant, particularly in the context of Human Resources.

Understanding the AI Landscape in HR

In the current business climate, many HR departments are hesitant to adopt AI due to concerns over personal data and security. This seminar aims to address these issues by providing HR professionals with essential guidelines for safely implementing AI. The focus will be on developing a structured approach to AI utilization that includes establishing policies, operational frameworks, and literacy education.

Seminar Details

Participants can join the seminar either on-site at the SSK Seminar Room in Tokyo, or through a live broadcast via Zoom. The session will also be available for on-demand viewing for up to two weeks after the event.

The seminar will cover several key topics:
1. Current Role and Challenges in HR and AI Utilization
This section will discuss the current state of AI adoption in the HR sector, including emerging concerns such as data privacy and the appropriate steps to take for effective implementation. Participants will gain insights into the roles of management, legal, and IT in supporting HR's responsibilities regarding AI.

2. The Importance of HR's Involvement in AI Promotion
Learn about successful case studies of generative AI applications in recruitment, training, and labor management. The seminar will highlight collaboration opportunities between departments and how HR can better visualize the practical usage of AI.

3. Fundamentals of Generative AI and Its Risks
Participants will explore how generative AI works, including its unique attributes that may not guarantee factual accuracy. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of human oversight in validating output.

4. Security and Personal Information Protection
This section will break down the considerations necessary for proper data handling, including best practices for learning from data, preventing leaks, and navigating legal frameworks concerning personal data. Participants will also receive a checklist to differentiate between acceptable and non-acceptable data inputs.

5. Mini Workshop: Identifying Acceptable Data
Real-world scenarios revolving around recruitment, performance, labor, and training will be discussed, allowing participants to assess data through a provided checklist. This will help them adopt suitable standards in their organizations.

6. Case Studies: Creating Internal AI Governance Guidelines
This portion will illustrate a four-layer model for usage rules, including the creation of banned information lists and procedures for drafting and updating these guidelines effectively.

7. Case Studies: Internal AI Qualification and Literacy Programs
Examples of blending e-learning, testing, and permission granting will offer insights into developing customized education formats for organizations.

8. Q&A Session / Networking
Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and exchange business cards, fostering connections and collaborations.

About SSK Research Institute

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