On February 2, 2025, the EU AI Act introduces far-reaching regulation for the use of Artificial Intelligence. In addition to banning certain AI practices, such as social scoring or manipulative AI techniques, the EU AI Act also brings a significant obligation: companies that develop or use AI systems must ensure that their employees have a sufficient level of AI competence. This new requirement poses challenges for many companies, but also offers considerable opportunities.
What Does the Obligation for AI Competence Mean?
According to Article 4 of the EU AI Act, providers and operators of AI systems are required to ensure that their employees and authorized persons have sufficient AI competence. This includes:
- Basic technical understanding of the deployed AI technologies,
- Awareness of the opportunities, risks, and impacts of AI decisions,
- Ability to use and critically evaluate AI systems competently.
Particularly strict requirements are foreseen for high-risk AI systems. Employees operating such AI systems must not only possess in-depth knowledge but also be authorized to shut down systems in an emergency.
Impact on Companies
While some companies primarily see the regulation as a bureaucratic hurdle, the obligation for AI competence can also be used as a strategic advantage. AI know-how not only strengthens competitiveness but also increases innovation capacity and the ability to deploy Artificial Intelligence responsibly.
Companies that use or develop AI should therefore proactively take measures to train and upskill their employees. These include:
- Structured training programs: Interactive AI workshops and hands-on AI seminars help deepen knowledge in a targeted manner.
- Clear internal guidelines: Unified standards and ethical principles provide orientation for safe AI deployment.
- Interdisciplinary exchange: Collaboration between IT, legal, and ethics departments promotes a comprehensive understanding of AI systems.
Our Role as an AI Company from Dortmund
At Ziya, we understand that AI regulation is not just about compliance, but also an opportunity to prepare companies for the future. As experts in identifying and implementing AI use cases, we offer tailored AI workshops and AI seminars to prepare companies hands-on for the new requirements of the EU AI Act. Our goal is not only to meet the legal requirements but to help companies use Artificial Intelligence effectively and responsibly.
Conclusion
The obligation for AI competence is not an obstacle but a springboard for sustainable success. Those who invest early in AI training, AI workshops, and AI seminars not only secure regulatory compliance but also strengthen their competitive position in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Companies should address this topic now at the latest in order to optimally prepare for the new requirements of the EU AI Act -- Ziya is ready to support them.
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