AI for public servants: Identifying AI in your systems
To know how to safely use AI in your systems, you must first identify if you’re using it.
Illustration of three people huddled together. One person is holding a magnifying glass over the word AI.
Using artificial intelligence (AI) as a NSW Government public servant comes with certain responsibilities.
To use AI safely, you need to know how to identify if it’s being used in your systems. Once you're clear on this, you’ll be better able to identify risks and ensure compliance with assurance frameworks in NSW Government, including the NSW AI Assessment Framework (AIAF).
It can be difficult, however, to identify and agree that AI is being used within a system. While not all AI systems demonstrate the same characteristics, there are indicators you can look for to determine if AI is being used.
Read our article to find out more about identifying AI in systems.
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