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A significant number of Finnish companies view (AI) AI refers to systems that display intelligent behaviour by analysing their environment and taking actions – with some degree of autonomy – to achieve specific goals. AI-based systems can be purely software-based, acting in the virtual world (e.g. voice assistants, image analysis software, search engines, speech and face recognition systems) or AI can be embedded in hardware devices (e.g. advanced robots, autonomous cars, drones or Internet of things applications). ( AI refers to systems that display intelligent behaviour by analysing their environment and taking actions – with some degree of autonomy – to achieve specific goals. AI-based systems can be purely software-based, acting in the virtual world (e.g. voice assistants, image analysis software, search engines, speech and face recognition systems) or AI can be embedded in hardware devices (e.g. advanced robots, autonomous cars, drones or Internet of things applications). ) and Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence dealing with how computers can learn, grow and improve on their own from data without human intervention. as key drivers of growth for their businesses, according to a study by the Confederation of Finnish Industries. However, there are important risks related to occupational safety and health (OSH) that must be addressed when using these technologies at work.

In an upcoming webinar organised by Työterveyslaitos, our Finnish focal point, experts will discuss the fundamentals of implementing AI in workplaces across the country. This will include ethical considerations and aspects related to AI legislation, such as the new AI regulation from the European Commission and its specific impacts on businesses.

Speakers will also cover how to optimise work processes using these technologies, as well as the support and resources available for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Participants, inclusing SME and human resources managers, OSH experts, representatives from trade unions and digitalisation specialists, will also hear real-world examples of AI implementation in companies. 

Moderators:

• Taina Pääkkönen, Senior Specialist, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health
• Teija Pakanen, EEN Coordinator, Business Finland

Speakers:

• Taina Pääkkönen, Senior Specialist, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health
• Teija Pakanen, EEN Coordinator, Business Finland
• Tuomo Alasoini, Research Professor, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health
• Sanna Kulmala, Programme Director, Work2030 Programme, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health
• Karoliina Partanen, Director of AI Finland Network
• Mikko Eloholma, Digital Competence Accelerator, TIEKE Information Society Development Centre