Improving data quality and privacy in AI systems used for employee data processing
Abstract
High-quality data is crucial for the ethical and effective use of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in the employment context. This paper critically examines global legal frameworks demanding accuracy, fairness and accountability in AI data usage. Analysing key legislation including the European Union (EU) Artificial Intelligence AI Act (AI Act), US federal actions, Japan’s Act on Protection of Personal Information (APPI) and China’s Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), it highlights international consensus and geopolitical divergences. Recognising limitations in privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs), the authors propose ‘subjective anonymisation’ — a novel, context-sensitive method protecting individual privacy while preserving data utility. The paper argues for dynamic, risk-based data governance as both a compliance strategy and foundation for ethical AI innovation. This article is also included in The Business & Management Collection which can be accessed at https://hstalks.com/business/.
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Author's Biography
Noemie Weinbaum Noémie Weinbaum, French attorney at law, is currently a consultant specialising in data protection and artificial intelligence (AI) at PS Expertise. With nearly 25 years’ experience in risk management, regulatory compliance and data security, she holds several advanced certifications, including Certification of the skills of the French DPO (CDPO/FR) and Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) at the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM), Certified Information Privacy Professionals Europe (CIPP-E), Certified Information Privacy Professionals Credential (CIPP-C), Certified Information Privacy Professionals US (CIPP-US) and Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AI GP). Throughout her career, Noémie has directed multidisciplinary teams at organisations such as McAfee, Natixis and UKG, where she spearheaded the development of privacy governance frameworks and programmes that comply with international regulatory standards. A regular contributor to academic and professional discourses, Noémie frequently presents at conferences and publishes on critical topics such as GDPR compliance, AI governance and cyber security crisis management.
Roy Kamp is a distinguished legal expert specialising in emerging technologies, with extensive experience in the oversight and implementation of data protection frameworks for multinational corporations. Currently serving as Legal Director for Central and Northern Europe at UKG, he manages complex contractual negotiations and oversees the strategic direction of personal data governance. Prior to this role, Roy held the position of Data Protection Officer (DPO) at both Wayfair and McAfee, where he was responsible for ensuring compliance with data protection laws and managing privacy-related risk. He is a certified Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) and holds multiple certifications from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), including Certified Information Privacy Professionals Europe (CIPP/E), Certified Information Privacy Professionals United States (CIPP/US) and Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM). Roy’s expertise encompasses the operationalisation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), litigation management and regulatory compliance within global corporate environments.
