SMRTR AIJul 15, 2025ZDNet

60% of managers use AI to make decisions now, including whom to promote and fire - does yours?

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Half of managers now use AI for critical employee decisions like promotions, raises, and terminations. A survey found 60% rely on AI for such choices, with 20% frequently letting AI make final decisions without human input. This trend raises ethical concerns about transparency, bias, and employee rights. Experts warn of risks in using AI without proper oversight and suggest implementing appeal processes for AI-driven decisions.

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