It’s no secret that generative AI is revolutionizing how we work. Researchers have equated it to when electricity was first introduced into the workplace. If history is any indication, that means we could see significant disruption to standard practices, roles, and responsibilities. 

Our 2023 data privacy report found that 80% of HR professionals have either witnessed or been guilty of questionable data management practices¹. This could mean anything from accessing employee information from a personal device to leaving sensitive details out in the open. Even so, it's important to keep in mind that good data management isn't always digital.

With the ebb and flow of remote work, employees are embracing the freedom to truly work wherever they have an internet connection. Enter the age of the “hush trip.” A hush trip is when an employee works from a location other than their designated work location, without first informing their employers. 

For companies trying to build great workplace cultures, 2024 promises a complex challenge.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is upending the workplace, and employees are clamoring for training and tools to stay ahead of a rapidly changing business environment

It’s important to review your handbook at least once a year to ensure that your policies are up to date, inclusive, and reflective of the environment in which your organization operates.