Data Governance: the New Front Line of Employment Risk, International Employment Lawyer

Partner Kat Gibson authored an article for International Employment Lawyer examining how the growing use of AI and workforce data is reshaping employment governance. The article explores the legal and practical challenges employers face as AI increasingly informs workplace decisions, from performance management and monitoring to talent development and cross-border investigations.

The article discusses why governance should begin before AI tools are deployed, with employers establishing clear oversight of how workforce data is collected, retained, and used in employment decision-making. Kat also examines the importance of balancing global HR strategies with local legal requirements, strengthening vendor due diligence, and ensuring managers exercise independent judgment when using AI-generated insights. The article concludes that robust workforce data governance is becoming a competitive advantage as employers navigate evolving employment and data protection obligations.

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