Who's Secretly Using AI in Your Company?

Ever wonder how many of your colleagues are quietly experimenting with AI tools like ChatGPT?

Here's a clever trick…

Ask your Finance team to run a corporate card transaction report using keywords like 'openai', 'chatgpt', and 'anthropic'.

The results might surprise you.

Instead of immediately raising alarm bells, use this information to start constructive conversations.

Your colleagues are likely trying to solve real business problems and improve their productivity. This is your opportunity to help them do it safely.

Pro tip: When approaching these "shadow AI" users, lead with curiosity rather than criticism. Ask about their use cases and what problems they're trying to solve. You'll likely uncover valuable insights about workflow bottlenecks and automation opportunities.

Remember: People rarely bypass security protocols out of malice. They usually just want to get their work done more efficiently.

What's your take on this approach - too soft on shadow IT, or just right for building trust?

Cheers, Craig