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Nexus Institute for Work and AI: Research Deep Dive

Nexus Institute for Work and AI: Research Deep Dive

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Join us for in-depth conversations with leading researchers at the intersection of work and artificial intelligence. Our hosts explore cutting-edge research, practical applications, and the profound implications AI is having on the workplace. From automation and job transformation to ethical considerations and emerging opportunities, each episode unpacks complex topics through thoughtful dialogue with the experts shaping the future of work. Whether you're a researcher, practitioner, or simply curious about how AI is reshaping our professional lives, these deep dives offer valuable insights grounded in rigorous research and real-world experience.All rights reserved by WRKdefined Dagligen Ökonomie
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  • A Conversation about Algorithmic Management and Workplace Governance
    Oct 29 2026
    Modern organizations increasingly rely on algorithmic management software to direct, monitor, and evaluate employees, creating significant legal exposure and governance challenges. Regulatory bodies have responded aggressively to these automated practices, highlighted by a massive Dutch data protection fine against Uber and the upcoming enforcement deadline for the European Union's Platform Work Directive. Because these digital tools often reduce worker autonomy and provoke mistrust, employers face growing pressure regarding employment classification risks and the lack of transparent accountability. To maintain institutional legitimacy and protect workforce wellbeing, leaders must implement proactive strategies such as inventories for automated systems, meaningful human review, and collaborative worker governance. Ultimately, organizations can successfully navigate this technological shift by establishing consistent global standards that balance operational efficiency with strong human oversight.
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    52 min
  • A Conversation about Governing Shadow AI at Work
    Oct 28 2026
    Shadow AI occurs when employees rapidly adopt unapproved generative technologies to boost daily productivity, driven by a lack of official tools and clear communication. This hidden experimentation creates severe organizational risks, including data exposure, security vulnerabilities, and higher breach costs. Rather than relying on ineffective blanket prohibitions that merely drive usage underground, forward-thinking organizations should treat this behavior as a diagnostic signal of unmet workforce demands. Leaders can successfully convert these unauthorized workarounds into governed capabilities by supplying secure alternatives, designing proportionate governance, and investing in continuous education. Ultimately, establishing psychological safety and official channels for grassroots innovation allows companies to embrace technological advancements safely while maintaining operational trust.
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    1 tim och 1 min
  • A Conversation to Enrich, Not Extract
    Oct 26 2026
    Organizations frequently deploy artificial intelligence with a productivity-first approach that focuses strictly on maximizing output and reducing headcount, which often leads to employee fear, hidden usage, and stagnant adoption. Field research demonstrates that framing artificial intelligence instead as an enrichment tool to eliminate tedious tasks and enhance meaningful work dramatically increases engagement, experimentation, and valuable outcomes. To successfully implement this philosophy, leaders must co-diagnose tasks with their teams, support exploration with dedicated learning time, and reinvest saved capacity into more rewarding responsibilities. Furthermore, organizations need to redesign performance metrics around true value instead of raw volume while ensuring that employees feel safe to openly disclose usage. Ultimately, treating work design as a core leadership discipline allows companies to foster long-term trust and genuinely unlock the transformative potential of artificial intelligence.
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    47 min
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