Ethical AI culture: governance & acceptable use in business
With all the new opportunities popping up in the world of Artificial Intelligence, companies need to establish a robust governance for AI. This requires a multifaceted approach that includes awareness and knowledgeability of the workforce and of clients, ethical considerations, and acceptable use policies. Organisations also need to be in sync with European and national regulations. Ongoing monitoring and auditing of AI systems facilitates accountability, transparency and compliance with ethical standards, thus fostering trust among stakeholders.
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But is this easier said than done? Let’s take a dive into the world of AI governance, and gain inspiration from your peers. First, we’ll separate myth from reality with Kenniscentrum Data & Maatschappij. Then, VDAB will share real-life insights into ethical AI in the public sector, while Bekaert will show how this organisation is balancing opportunity with responsibility. Finally, you will learn how the city of Leuven approaches AI while respecting everyone’s privacy.
This is the second session in a full day’s event on AI. The morning session is ‘AI integration in the IT environment: get inspired!‘. You can choose to attend one or both sessions.
Please register individually for each session you will attend.
Agenda
Please inform us in advance if you cannot make it to the event. If you do not inform us, and do not show up for the event, we reserve the right to charge you a € 25 ‘no-show’ fee.
12:45 Sandwich lunch
You are welcome to join us for a sandwich lunch. Please make sure to mark this when registering for the session.
13:45 (in English) Introduction: Participants’ expectations around the table
Ann Guinée, Communication Manager, Beltug
14:00 (in English) Setting the scene: Ethics in AI – from the myths to the reality
This presentation will set the scene for the afternoon, by demystifying AI ethics, debunking common myths, and clarifying misunderstandings about AI ethics and legislation. And you’ll get guidance on how to make strategic, informed decisions about implementing AI ethically in your organisation, so you can innovate responsibly and confidently.
Rob Heyman, Coordinator, Kenniscentrum Data & Maatschappij
14:20 (in English) User story: VDAB’s AI strategy for career enhancement
Since 2020, VDAB has been expanding the scope of its support from (solely) job seekers, to every citizen in his/her career. This meant an increase in the number of clients from around 200,000 job seekers to the active population of Flanders, about 4,000,000. And that kick-started innovation using data and AI. With AI, VDAB can process the data to recognise structures and patterns. The insights and applications gained will be used to support and improve VDAB’s and partners’ services. VDAB set up an Ethics Council to ensure a correct and ethical development and use.
Karolien Scheerlinck, Manager AI Center of Excellence, Department I&T, VDAB
14:50 Discussion: your experiences, questions and best practices
15:00 Coffee break
15:30 (in English) User story: Unleashing the power of AI within Bekaert: value-driven, responsible, scalable
Bekaert is accelerating its efforts in AI and smart automation initiatives in the manufacturing, sustainability, commercial and enterprise domains. In this presentation, we’ll hear how the organisation aims to strike a balance between embracing new opportunities, and handling them responsibly and sustainably. Let’s delve into how Bekaert is addressing crucial aspects such as governance, IP protection, ethics and AI literacy to ensure a use of AI that is both ethical and beneficial for all.
Sophie Van Nevel, Global IT Lead Strategy, Governance and Data, Bekaert
16:00 (in English) User story: Curbing night noise while respecting everyone’s privacy
Night noise in a vibrant student city like Leuven has an impact on the quality of life in the city. The city of Leuven has implemented sound sensors that can classify noise as disruptive, and in real time. By using different technologies such as IoT and AI, the city can get a better view over the problem and its causes, while at the same time preventing it at the moment it is happening. This data can also be re-used to take and evaluate preventive actions, all while adhering strictly to privacy and other regulations.
Tim Guily, Policy advisor Smart City Leuven, City of Leuven