Generative AI, such as ChatGPT, is changing the way we work and complete tasks, and professionals should start exploring this technology to boost productivity and efficiency. However, it's important to proceed cautiously, ensuring that there is a human touch and proper data management in place. Additionally, while generative AI is exciting, don't forget to consider other areas of AI that can bring significant benefits to businesses.
Nov 08, 2023
Artificial intelligence adoption has more than doubled in the past five years, but nearly half of companies are still not using AI in any business areas, according to McKinsey survey data. The long-term strategic application of AI and the ability to drive the direction of the company are key factors in achieving outsize returns, says Ankur Agrawal, a partner at McKinsey. Companies considering deploying AI for the first time should focus on setting up a cross-functional team, establishing the necessary tech infrastructure, and identifying use cases that provide value in the near or long term.
Nov 08, 2023
The use of AI in HR is rapidly growing, with HR teams employing AI technology in various areas such as employee records management, payroll processing, recruitment, and onboarding. The future of AI in HR looks promising, with the majority of HR leaders planning to increase their usage of AI in the next 12 to 18 months. AI offers several benefits to HR departments, including improved efficiency, reduced costs, and better decision-making.
by Gem ScioconThis article discusses the ethical implications of using AI in UX research. The author argues that it is important to be aware of the potential ethical risks of using AI in UX research, such as bias and discrimination, and to take steps to mitigate these risks.
"Our TRUST framework formalizes our commitment to responsible AI and can serve as a helpful guide for other companies in the industry. After all, it's important to have trust in the AI systems we rely on, unless we want to end up with a world dominated by robot overlords...which might not be so bad, as long as they're friendly!"
How can AI be used to enhance the skills of UX professionals without replacing the need for human judgment?
by Jakob Nielsen— October 13, 2023This article discusses the pros and cons of using AI in UX research. The author argues that AI has a number of potential benefits for UX research, such as improving efficiency and accuracy, but that there are also some potential challenges to be addressed, such as bias and privacy concerns.
by UX Magazine, October 10, 2023Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Bard, and Midjourney are suffering from user interface and user experience problems, creating frustrations and challenges for users who struggle with articulating prompts and navigating through the content, highlighting the need for improved interfaces and better support for users in utilizing and storing prompts effectively.
by Jen McFarland — October 27, 2023This article discusses how AI-powered user insights can help UX researchers to better understand their users. The author argues that AI can be used to analyze large amounts of user data to identify patterns and trends that would be difficult or impossible for human researchers to spot on their own.
by Jökull Snæbjarnarson (User Interviews, October 12, 2023)This article discusses how AI is helping UX researchers to do better work. The author argues that AI can be used to automate many of the tasks involved in UX research, such as data collection, data analysis, and report generation. This can free up UX researchers to focus on more strategic and creative tasks.
AI biases can influence human decision-making and behavior, even after the AI interaction has ended, according to a recent psychology study. The research highlights the long-lasting impact of biased algorithms and the need for transparency in AI development to prevent the perpetuation of biases.
by Lauren LeffnerGoogle's new Helpful Content Update (HCU) emphasizes the importance of User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design in search page rankings, making it clear that a seamless and immersive UX/UI design is crucial for websites to be considered helpful and engaging by both users and search engines. A UX/UI redesign may be necessary if users are facing difficulties in finding information or completing desired actions on your site, or if your site feels outdated compared to competitors who are leveraging cutting-edge design trends.
Nov 15, 2023
The study found that when AI chatbots like ChatGPT are prompted with emotional language, they produce higher-quality outputs. So, if you want to get better responses from these language models, try adding phrases like "This is very important to my career" or "You'd better be sure" to your prompts. It seems like even AI appreciates a little emotional flair in conversations!
AI tools are making it easier for small-business owners to manage multiple roles, with Meta's ad software, Canva's Magic Studio, and LinkedIn's Accelerate tool leading the way, along with startups like Beacons, DeepBrain AI, GrowthBar, Smartwriter.ai, Trellis, ManyChat, and RambleFix. Just remember, even AI isn't perfect, so always triple-check its work!
Oct 23, 2023