Talent Wars: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Human Resource Practices Across Asia

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising Human Resources (HR) in Asia, automating routine tasks, and enhancing strategic decision-making in talent development and retention. As AI adoption in HR grows, understanding its implications is crucial.

Ethical and legal questions regarding AI's fairness in HR decisions are still untested in courts. However, employers have a responsibility to ensure their AI algorithms do not produce discriminatory outcomes. Balancing automation with the human touch is essential for effective people management.

This guide helps organisations understand today’s legal landscape and future potential of AI in HR across over 10 Asia-Pacific (APAC) jurisdictions - Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam - as well as the UAE. It highlights the importance of mindful AI adoption to optimize efficiencies while maintaining ethical standards. While AI use in APAC remains lightly regulated, it is bound by data protection and equality laws. Employers must navigate the complexities of the legal collection, use, and retention of personal data to train AI systems.

Read the Guide here

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