At Blanchard, we believe that the future of leadership development lies in the thoughtful integration of human insight and artificial intelligence. Our Innovation Lab is where we explore how technology, including generative AI, can enhance the way leaders learn and grow—without compromising the personal touch and expertise that defines our approach.
AI as a tool to amplify human leadership
We see AI as a powerful tool that complements—not replaces—the human aspects of leadership development. By harnessing AI's capabilities, we can offer more personalized learning experiences, encourage learners to apply new skills, streamline processes, and unlock new opportunities for growth. But at the heart of every AI-driven innovation is our core belief: Leadership is about people. That’s why we are committed to blending AI with human expertise to maximize the potential of every leader.
Our internal AI use policy
We use a secure enterprise version of ChatGPT to assist our employees in research, sales support, marketing content creation, analysis, brainstorming, synthesis, and evaluation to enhance productivity and collaboration. To ensure transparency, accountability, quality, and privacy, we adhere to internal AI usage standards. These standards help us safeguard against biases, maintain data security, and uphold our commitment to ethical business practices. One of these standards is that AI will not be a means to create Blanchard frameworks, models, or thought leadership. We may use AI to gather research and build derivatives on existing content, but never to create or automate it fully. We ensure that every piece of content we develop is created, shaped, and reviewed by people who understand our intellectual property and AI’s limitations.
Protecting our content through the ethical use of AI
As we explore the possibilities of AI, we are also committed to safeguarding the integrity of our proprietary content and ensuring ethical practices. Our clients and partners play an essential role in upholding these standards.
Key elements of our Client and Partner AI Policy include:
- Enhancing, Not Replacing Humans: AI should always be used to enhance leadership development, not to replace the invaluable human element that drives personal and organizational growth.
- Maintaining Content Integrity: We ask that our partners and clients refrain from uploading Blanchard’s proprietary content into generative AI tools without explicit permission, ensuring that our material remains protected and used appropriately.
- Practicing Ethical Collaboration: We are dedicated to collaborating with our partners to explore innovative ways to leverage AI in leadership development, always prioritizing ethical standards and the responsible use of technology.
Partnering for a future of responsible AI-Driven leadership
Blanchard is committed to being a leader in the responsible use of AI in leadership development. We invite our clients and partners to join us in this journey, ensuring that together, we maximize the benefits of AI while upholding the values of integrity, respect, and human connection that are the foundation of great leadership. We invite you to review our policy for client and partner use of generative AI tools with Blanchard content.