Important, but not yet urgent. The Corona crisis raises the topic of digitization overnight to the highest degree of urgency. Well-functioning remote working not only needs good WLAN, but above all it requires a high degree of digitized processes in the company. And here German companies have a lot of catching up to do.
You can read why it is important to tackle the topic of digitization in my new article in the trade journal Lohn & Lohn 04/2020 Download
My guest on the podcast this episode is Uwe Klappich, Cluster Lead New Payroll Technology at SD Worx.
A year ago, in episode 7, Buddy, the new real-time payroll system, was still in development. Now, Buddy is live and comes with a smart AI assistant.
In this episode, we discuss developments since the last episode, take a look at the live demo and talk about the future of payroll, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises.
The interview with Uwe Klappich/SD Worx
Sabine: Mr Klappich, we last spoke on the podcast a year ago. At that time, Buddy was still in development. What is the situation today, and what is Buddy’s current status?
Uwe Klappich: Yes, back then it was just an idea, but now Buddy is being used in pilot projects. We are testing it with selected customers, and the feedback has been very positive. Real-time payroll accounting in particular offers significant advantages.
Sabine: You have also now developed an AI assistant for Buddy. What exactly can it do?
Uwe Klappich: The AI assistant is like an intelligent payroll helper. It can answer questions, guide processes and independently transfer data into the system. In this episode, we will also demonstrate how it works with a short live demo.
Sabine: Many companies are still cautious when it comes to AI. In Germany, in particular, the immediate response is: ‘Data protection!’ However, without data, there can be no AI, and data protection is mandatory.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the world of work. However, the new technological possibilities also come with legal challenges. How can companies implement AI successfully and legally? What legal regulations need to be observed, and how can compliance and data protection be reconciled?
In my interview with Barbara Schmitz, a lawyer and expert in IT and data protection law from Munich, we clarify the most important questions regarding the introduction of AI in companies. She provides insights into the legal foundations, practical tips for businesses and explains why AI skills and training should be a key focus for businesses in 2025.
Listen to the interview in episode 9 of THE PAYROLL PODCAST to find out how you can best prepare your company for the future of AI and introduce AI in your business in a legally compliant way.