Anticipate data breaches exacerbating with the emergence of genAI

3. Enforce stringent penalties for Shadow AI infractions. While it is conceivable to manage communications and data entry with your primary genAI associates, in the event your personnel commence transmitting data to platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, or their personal CoPilot account, they must be aware that they will be exposed, and repeated infractions will lead to dismissal.

Initially, escalate this concern to the highest level to secure a written confirmation of the enforcement. Because, believe me, if you proclaim that a second breach will lead to termination, and a prominent sales representative breaches without facing repercussions, say farewell to your credibility. Consequently, any hope of compliance with your regulations will dwindle. Refrain from threatening termination unless you are entirely certain.

Perhaps an equally impactful measure would be withholding their forthcoming two bonuses/commissions. In any case, identify a resolution that will grab the attention of the workforce.

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