HR Works: The Podcast for Human Resources HR Works Video Podcast: AI: The Good, The Bad, The Liable
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Nov 18, 2025 
Vanessa Matsis-McCready, VP of HR services and associate general counsel at Engage PEO, shares her expertise on AI's role in HR. She discusses the challenges of over-implementing AI, highlighting risks like algorithmic bias and employee privacy concerns. Vanessa emphasizes the importance of human judgment in decision-making, suggesting new roles for auditors and ethicists. With a focus on responsible AI deployment, she advocates for testing models and upskilling employees to enhance work-life balance.
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Create A Cross-Functional AI Task Force
- Form an AI task force with IT, legal, HR, and operations before adopting tools.
- Test, policy, and change management prevent data leaks, talent loss, and failed rollouts.
Trade Secrets Risk From Public AI
- Uncontrolled AI use can leak trade secrets and expose confidential code or contracts.
- Closed environments like Microsoft Copilot mitigate risk compared with public models.
Audit Recruiting Algorithms For Bias
- Treat AI recruiting tools cautiously and comply with state and local regulations.
- Audit algorithms for bias and train users before relying on automated candidate screening.