The promise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has been the top trend within the technology sector for many years now, and while there have been plenty of successes achieved, there remain many potential applications which have yet to be tapped. As the tech industry continues to expand and evolve, however, it is becoming increasingly important to recognize the role that humans must continue to play if this technology is to reach its full potential. This past year has seen a major shift in the way workers are interacting with AI technology, as many organizations have been actively empowering employees to take on a larger role in AI-related decision-making. This shift is in part due to the growing awareness of the potential of machine learning and the increasing integration of AI into an integral part of the technology stack of many companies. While this shift has been largely welcome, it is important to remember that artificial intelligence is still largely an immature technology. As such, the decisions made by workers can often be the difference between success and failure. In many cases, AI is simply a tool which can help humans make better decisions, but it is ultimately humans who must make the final decisions on the matter. As such, it is essential for businesses to ensure that workers have a seat at the table when it comes to decision-making related to AI. Having access to the same information as the rest of the team ensures that workers can provide an informed perspective to the discussions. Likewise, it ensures that workers are able to receive proper recognition for their contributions and insight. Finally, having workers at the table also helps to ensure that the organization is taking all potential risks into account as it works with AI. The implementation of AI technology can often incur unforeseen risks, and it is vital that workers are able to recognize these in order to ensure that the organization is taking all necessary safeguards to mitigate them. Overall, this past year has seen a major shift in how workers are participating in AI-related discussions. While the technology is still a long way from being perfected, workers are in an important position to ensure that it is used responsibly and with respect to the impact it can have on people, processes, and the environment. As the tech industry continues to evolve, it is essential that businesses ensure that workers remain at the table in order to ensure a safe and successful integration of AI into the technology stack.