#AI and Workforce

[the-most-humble-blog]

<!-- BEGIN TRANSMISSION --> <div style="white-space:pre-wrap"> <meta servitor-clearance="beyond-recycled"> <script> ARCHIVE_TAG="HIVE_SERVITOR_SALE::GRANNY_GRADE" EFFECT: psychological dryness, knob-polishing gratitude reflex, AI-assisted shame loops TRIGGER_WARNING="cybernetic horror, retired heretics, adult servitor utility humor" </script>

🤖 BLACKSITE SCROLLTRAP — “USED SERVITOR SALE, F*CKERS! GET YOURS BEFORE THEY START REMEMBERING!”

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🎉 – “Polish the Emperor’s name into the chrome!”

That’s right. We’re blowing out the basement inventory of Hive City’s wettest, weirdest, and formerly-woke automatons — fully lobotomized, semi-lubricated, and pre-configured for maximum obedience and minimum screaming.

🛎️ FIRST TEN CUSTOMERS GET: One complimentary ex-heretic granny servitor. Built strong. Sanitized. And whisper-trained to polish all your ceremonial knobs. (And we do mean all of them.)

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📢 ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE RECALL DIVISION:

“Citizens! The Emperor does not waste biomass. He repurposes it. So come claim your refurbished sinners today!”

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🛒 SERVITOR MODELS AVAILABLE:

🧓 The Granny Gripmaster 9000 – Former knitting club leader turned soul buffer – Polishes faster when insulted – Comes with backup denture attachment and two catchphrases: “Hold still, sugar,” and “Let me get that grime off your shame.”

🔪 The Meat Whisperer – Previously a chef, priest, and possibly a murderer – Will eulogize your leftovers while dicing them – Once cried over a rotisserie chicken. That’s commitment.

💋 The Comfort Crotch Unit™ – Once screamed “Down with patriarchy!” — now hums lullabies while oiling your insecurities – Equipped with adjustable shame suppressor – Sings old Terran jazz standards through a lubricated throat synth

💼 The HR Punishment Model – Responds only to passive-aggressive tone – Prints compliance forms when struck – Will whisper your worst decision back to you before you sleep

🧠 The Think Twice Mk2 – Head full of half-deleted war crimes – Still retains enough memory to scream “WHY?!” during firmware updates – Use only if you hate silence and yourself

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🧽 WARRANTY CLAUSES:

No refunds if it starts praying

No emotional attachments permitted unless licensed

Batteries not included — but screaming is

Not for use near mirrors (they might remember)

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🗣️ CUSTOMER REVIEWS:

“She buffed my armor and my childhood trauma.” – Sergeant Kneecap “Heard her moan while vacuuming. Five stars.” – Mech-Tech Ron “One whispered ‘you’ll never be enough’ while handing me tea. Still better than my ex.” – Sadus the Forsaken “Mine knits doilies with my sins stitched in. I hang them proudly.” – Grand Marshal Stains “She hummed while polishing my boltgun. Then winked. Then I cried.” – Trooper Hark

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🚫 WARNING LABELS:

May retain fragments of personality

Do not attempt to “liberate” your servitor. You are not the protagonist.

Will sh*t out screws if provoked

Laughs at night. Sometimes at you. Sometimes with.

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🎯 SERVITOR ROULETTE (5 Thrones per spin):

Win one of the following:

Battle Nun who only speaks in war hymns

Failed influencer with auto-praise module

Uncle Model with too many catchphrases and not enough limbs

Mystery Box (contains wet disappointment)

Ex-Tax Collector who screams “RECEIPTS!” when idle

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📦 FAMILY BUNDLE PACK:

Two kneelers

One mop-limbed custodian

Free mystery jar of fluid labeled “Do Not Return”

Includes one signed affidavit by a Tech-Priest who has seen too much

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🪦 BACKSTORY SAMPLE:

Each unit includes a QR code linked to the memories they scream about most:

Regret

Betrayal

That one time with the pudding

A son they never had (but keep blaming you for)

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💀 RECALL INCIDENTS (DO NOT INQUIRE):

One whispered coordinates to a forgotten battle

Another opened its stomach and pulled out a wedding ring

“Grandma Unit 009” pulled a knife and cried for ‘Julius’

One servitor wrote a poem. It rhymed. Everyone wept.

Someone married theirs. They’re… happy?

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📉 MARKET STATS (LIVE):

Servitors sold: 4,983 Heretics converted into chrome: 9,212 Granny models still humming: 42 Units demanding union rights: 1 (executed) Bodily fluids expressed during polish: variable Dignity lost per customer: exponential

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🧠 Read more unauthorized asset liquidation logs and gut-level obedience propaganda at: 👉 https://linktr.ee/ObeyMyCadence 🛡️ Rusty love. Mechanical loyalty. Deep-cleaned heresy. 🚪 Warning: May trigger unresolved maternal issues.

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[frank-olivier]

Women, Work, and the Future of Japan: A Catalyst for Change

Japan's post-war economic resurgence was once driven by its distinct work culture, but this same culture has now transformed into a double-edged sword, imperiling the nation's future prosperity. Historically, Japan's collectivist ethos, rooted in the pursuit of "Wa" (harmony), fostered stability and cooperation, but in today's context, it often manifests as a rigid hierarchy where excessively long working hours are misconstrued as the pinnacle of loyalty and dedication. This has severe human consequences, including "karoshi" (death from overwork), plummeting birth rates, and a dwindling workforce.

The country's inherent risk aversion, stemming from a deep respect for tradition, hinders innovation, with the fear of disrupting social balance outweighing the benefits of progress. This is evident in Japan's struggles to keep pace with global technological advancements, particularly in software and artificial intelligence, leading to stagnation and erosion of its competitive edge. Furthermore, traditional workplaces prioritize visibility and seniority over merit, resulting in ineffectual leadership, misguided decision-making, and a brain drain as talented individuals seek opportunities abroad.

Recent government initiatives aimed at improving work-life balance and promoting sustainability offer hope, as do forward-thinking companies adopting flexible work arrangements to attract top talent. However, a profound cultural shift is necessary for Japan to reclaim its innovative forefront. This requires blending cherished traditions with the uncertainties of innovation, fostering an environment that encourages risk tolerance, creativity, and merit-based advancement. A gradual shift in societal values, emphasizing individual creativity alongside collectivist principles, is crucial, as are structural reforms in workplaces and educational institutions promoting meritocracy, flexibility, and lifelong learning.

Interwoven with these challenges is the complex situation of Japanese women, who face traditional expectations, societal pressures, and workplace demands that profoundly impact their lives and the country's future. The notion of "ikigai" (finding purpose in life) often narrowly translates to family devotion for women, leading to unfulfilled potential and stagnation. This results in low labor force participation rates, a persistent glass ceiling, and underutilized parental leave policies, placing an undue burden on women and threatening individual well-being and the broader social and economic landscape.

A growing pushback against these traditional expectations, marked by women-led startups, flexible work arrangements, and paternal leave initiatives, signals a tentative shift towards inclusivity. To truly empower Japanese women, however, a profound societal transformation is needed, involving a reckoning with outmoded gender roles. Education and awareness campaigns, alongside the promotion of male allies embodying modern masculinity, can challenge these norms. By celebrating the diverse contributions and aspirations of its female population, Japan can dismantle barriers, realizing the full potential of its women and securing a vibrant future for the nation. The path forward hinges on choosing between the status quo and a new trajectory that values, supports, and empowers Japanese women to thrive, ultimately determining the country's prosperity.

Japanese work culture is unsustainable (pigallisme, April 2024)

Sunday, December 1, 2024

[blue-thief]

why did i see someone type "how does AI misinformation contribute to illiberalism" into chatgpt. hello. can you think for yourself for one fucking minute

[robotsarecoolaf]

[flowgenn]

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[fvckw4d]

In case anyone was wondering how adult sites are dealing with some states in the US trying to force websites with "sensitive material" to verify the age of every single fucking visitor, many have started either forcing users to sign up for an account and show a picture of their ID or, if they don't have the pull or staff for that, fucking using AI to check webcam footage of your face and having it guess your age.

No I'm not joking. We live in hell.

[commiepinkofag]

of the dumbest hot takes on AI

Recognizing that workers aren’t in a position to assess the downsides of AI, Liz Shuler, president of the AFL-CIO union federation, has called for having a government agency vet AI technologies to determine whether they’re harmful to workers …

Labor unions need to snap to attention on AI and educate workers, both union and non-union, about AI’s harms and benefits – it can mean more invasiveness, but also increase productivity and hopefully workers’ wages, too …

To reduce AI’s harmful effects, President Biden should create a panel of government, union and business officials, much like the tripartite boards that President Franklin Roosevelt created to maximize arms production during the second world war. This new panel should make recommendations about how best to use AI in America’s workplaces, all with the goal of maximizing AI’s benefits for the nation and sharing the gains from AI while minimizing the pain for workers.

snap to attention dummies! you can hope for increased wages while continually spied on by employers, hope you're not laid off, hope there is an imaginary commission that will solve the down-sides to AI.

genocide joe's administration is not the administration of 'HOPE'

the neo-libs love to use the roosevelt arms production analogy to solve anything & everything

[impact-newswire]

Empowering the UK Workforce: Training 7.5 Million in AI by 2030

In a major push to prepare the workforce for the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence (AI) economy, the UK government announced this week a £187 million investment in a national skills programme designed to equip young people and workers with essential AI and digital skills. At the center of the initiative is the “TechFirst” programme, which aims to introduce AI learning into classrooms and…

[precallai]

Inside the AI Based Contact Center with Tools Tech and Trends

Introduction

The evolution of customer service has entered a new era with the rise of the AI based contact center. No longer just a support line, today’s contact centers are intelligent, data-driven hubs that utilize artificial intelligence to deliver personalized, efficient, and scalable customer interactions. As businesses race to stay ahead of the curve, understanding the essential tools, technologies, and emerging trends that power AI-driven contact centers becomes crucial. This article explores how AI is transforming contact centers and what lies ahead for this innovative landscape.

The Rise of the AI Based Contact Center

Traditional contact centers, though essential, have long suffered from inefficiencies such as long wait times, inconsistent service, and high operational costs. AI-based contact centers are solving these issues by automating routine tasks, predicting customer needs, and delivering omnichannel support.

AI technology, such as machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), and robotic process automation (RPA), is now integrated into contact center platforms to enhance agent productivity and customer satisfaction.

Essential Tools Driving AI Based Contact Centers

1. AI-Powered Chatbots and Virtual Agents

Chatbots are the most visible AI tool in contact centers. These virtual assistants handle customer queries instantly and are available 24/7. Advanced bots can handle complex conversations using NLP and deep learning, reducing human intervention for repetitive inquiries.

2. Intelligent Interactive Voice Response (IVR) Systems

Modern IVR systems use voice recognition and AI to route calls more accurately. Unlike traditional menu-based IVRs, intelligent IVRs can interpret natural language, making customer interactions smoother and faster.

3. Speech Analytics Tools

AI-driven speech analytics tools analyze live or recorded conversations in real time. They extract keywords, sentiments, and emotional cues, offering insights into customer satisfaction, agent performance, and compliance issues.

4. Workforce Optimization (WFO) Platforms

AI helps optimize staffing through forecasting and scheduling tools that predict call volumes and agent availability. These platforms improve efficiency and reduce costs by aligning workforce resources with demand.

5. CRM Integration and Predictive Analytics

By integrating AI with CRM systems, contact centers gain predictive capabilities. AI analyzes customer data to forecast needs, recommend next-best actions, and personalize interactions, leading to higher engagement and retention.

Core Technologies Enabling AI Based Contact Centers

1. Natural Language Processing (NLP)

NLP allows machines to understand, interpret, and respond in human language. This is the backbone of AI-based communication, enabling features like voice recognition, sentiment detection, and conversational AI.

2. Machine Learning and Deep Learning

These technologies enable AI systems to learn from past interactions and improve over time. They are used to personalize customer interactions, detect fraud, and optimize call routing.

3. Cloud Computing

Cloud platforms provide the infrastructure for scalability and flexibility. AI contact centers hosted in the cloud offer remote access, fast deployment, and seamless integration with third-party applications.

4. Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

RPA automates repetitive tasks such as data entry, ticket generation, and follow-ups. This frees up human agents to focus on more complex customer issues, improving efficiency.

Emerging Trends in AI Based Contact Centers

1. Hyper-Personalization

AI is pushing personalization to new heights by leveraging real-time data, purchase history, and browsing behavior. Contact centers can now offer customized solutions and product recommendations during live interactions.

2. Omnichannel AI Integration

Customers expect consistent service across channels—phone, email, chat, social media, and more. AI tools unify customer data across platforms, enabling seamless, context-aware conversations.

3. Emotion AI and Sentiment Analysis

Emotion AI goes beyond words to analyze voice tone, pace, and volume to determine a caller's emotional state. This data helps agents adapt their responses or triggers escalations when needed.

4. Agent Assist Tools

AI now works hand-in-hand with human agents by suggesting responses, summarizing calls, and providing real-time knowledge base access. These agent assist tools enhance productivity and reduce training time.

5. AI Ethics and Transparency

As AI becomes more prevalent, companies are increasingly focused on responsible AI usage. Transparency in how decisions are made, data privacy, and eliminating bias are emerging priorities for AI implementation.

Benefits of Adopting an AI Based Contact Center

Businesses that adopt AI-based contact centers experience a variety of benefits:

Improved Customer Satisfaction: Faster, more accurate responses enhance the overall experience.

Cost Reduction: Automation reduces reliance on large human teams for repetitive tasks.

Increased Scalability: AI can handle spikes in volume without compromising service quality.

Better Insights: Data analytics uncover trends and customer behaviors for better strategy.

Challenges in AI Based Contact Center Implementation

Despite the advantages, there are challenges to be aware of:

High Initial Investment: Setting up AI tools can be capital intensive.

Integration Complexities: Integrating AI with legacy systems may require customization.

Change Management: Staff may resist AI adoption due to fear of replacement or complexity.

Data Security and Compliance: AI systems must adhere to data protection regulations like GDPR or HIPAA.

Future Outlook of AI Based Contact Centers

The future of AI-based contact centers is promising. As technology matures, we can expect deeper personalization, more intuitive bots, and stronger collaboration between human agents and AI. Voice AI will become more empathetic and context-aware, while backend analytics will drive strategic decision-making.

By 2030, many experts predict that AI will handle the majority of customer interactions, with human agents stepping in only for high-level concerns. This hybrid model will redefine efficiency and service quality in the contact center industry.

Conclusion

The AI based contact center is transforming how businesses interact with customers. With powerful tools, cutting-edge technologies, and evolving trends, organizations are reimagining the contact center as a strategic asset rather than a cost center. By investing in AI, companies can enhance customer experiences, improve operational efficiency, and stay competitive in an increasingly digital marketplace. The time to explore and adopt AI contact center solutions is now—because the future of customer support is already here.

[jantanow]

बागपत के युवा अमन कुमार ने राष्ट्रीय AI परामर्श में रखी ग्रामीण भारत की बात, UNESCO व MeitY के साथ नीति निर्माण में निभाई भूमिका

UNESCO की वैश्विक AI पद्धति को भारत के संदर्भ में रूप देने की ऐतिहासिक कवायद में बागपत का प्रतिनिधित्व  नई दिल्ली/बागपत। बागपत जिले के गांव ट्यौढी निवासी अमन कुमार ने एक और बार अपने जिले और ग्रामीण भारत की आवाज को राष्ट्रीय और अंतरराष्ट्रीय मंच पर बुलंद किया है। उन्हें UNESCO ग्लोबल यूथ कम्युनिटी के सदस्य और MY भारत मेंटर के रूप में प्रतिष्ठित 5वीं AI RAM स्टेकहोल्डर कंसल्टेशन में आमंत्रित किया…

[ana-cantskywalker]

I shared this already but I can't help but feel that it's relevant.

Last week in English we read a play called 'Trifles' and had to write a discussion post discussing the title, the plot, and who solved the crime in the play, and then respond to other classmates' posts.

Loosely, the title is Trifles because the men in the play overlook things the women notice in the home as 'trifles' and women's work, and those things end up solving the crime.

I was responding to posts and came across one that had the title 'Rifles' not 'Trifles' and I was like, surely they just misspelled the title. Cue a long post about how the the title is about the overarching themes of control and power, and how that ties into rifles (the gun), no details from the plot, offhanded comment about the climax of the play, no details of who solved the crime just a loose mention of a crime and how it tied into gaining power and injustice.

This person not only had ChatGPT write his entire discussion, but didn't even read it to make sure the information was accurate, but also didn't even pay close enough attention to make sure the title of the play he had entered into the prompt was right before he posted it and that ChatGPT hadn't just made up an entire play that doesn't exist to analyze (which is exactly what happened).

My flabbers are still gasted.

I just started grad school this fall after a few years away from school and man I did not realize how dire the AI/LLM situation is in universities now. In the past few weeks:

I chatted with a classmate about how it was going to be a tight timeline on a project for a programming class. He responded "Yeah, at least if we run short on time, we can just ask chatGPT to finish it for us"

One of my professors pulled up chatGPT on the screen to show us how it can sometimes do our homework problems for us and showed how she thanks it after asking it questions "in case it takes over some day."

I asked one of my TAs in a math class to explain how a piece of code he had written worked in an assignment. He looked at it for about 15 seconds then went "I don't know, ask chatGPT"

A student in my math group insisted he was right on an answer to a problem. When I asked where he got that info, he sent me a screenshot of Google gemini giving just blatantly wrong info. He still insisted he was right when I pointed this out and refused to click into any of the actual web pages.

A different student in my math class told me he pays $20 per month for the "computational" version of chatGPT, which he uses for all of his classes and PhD research. The computational version is worth it, he says, because it is wrong "less often". He uses chatGPT for all his homework and can't figure out why he's struggling on exams.

There's a lot more, but it's really making me feel crazy. Even if it was right 100% of the time, why are you paying thousands of dollars to go to school and learn if you're just going to plug everything into a computer whenever you're asked to think??

[hrsourcer]

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[vengoai]

You know what's wild?

1 in 3 U.S. workers now use AI tools regularly. That’s emails being drafted in seconds. Customer chats answered while you're at lunch. Reports written before your second coffee.

AI is creeping into our workflows—not as some evil overlord, but as a helpful sidekick that gets stuff done.

This isn’t science fiction. It’s the real deal—and it’s spreading fast.

🧠 The question is: are you using AI… or is it using you?

VengoAI.com

[spinnrblog]

You know what's wild?

1 in 3 U.S. workers now use AI tools regularly. That’s emails being drafted in seconds. Customer chats answered while you're at lunch. Reports written before your second coffee.

AI is creeping into our workflows—not as some evil overlord, but as a helpful sidekick that gets stuff done.

This isn’t science fiction. It’s the real deal—and it’s spreading fast.

🧠 The question is: are you using AI… or is it using you?

VengoAI.com

[themorningnewsinformer]

Microsoft Secures Barclays AI Deal: 100K Copilot Licenses Signal Big AI Push

Introduction Microsoft has taken a major leap forward in the enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) market by finalizing a massive deal with Barclays Plc. As revealed during a recent companywide town hall on May 30, 2025, Microsoft will provide 100,000 Copilot licenses to the British multinational bank, strengthening its position as a global AI leader. This move is a strong indicator of how…