Getting Ready for AI: Guardrails You Need in Place Today

AI for Smart People

In this insightful episode featuring Shawnna Hoffman, President of Guardrail Technologies, we explore the critical topic of AI guardrails. Shawnna emphasizes the need for guardrails due to AI's inherent uncertainty, especially in regulated industries like healthcare and finance. Drawing from her extensive experience, she shares real-world examples of AI's benefits and risks, highlighting the importance of verifying AI outputs.

Host Cheryl Wilson Griffin underscores the significance of robust guardrails in the legal field, advocating for a balanced approach with both technological and human oversight. The episode also covers the dangers of overselling AI capabilities, the role of governance committees, and the necessity of addressing bias and data integrity. Practical steps for responsible AI implementation and staying informed about the evolving regulatory landscape are discussed.