Artificial Intelligence and well-being at work: From theory to organisational transformation
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https://doi.org/10.34630/tth.v1i5.6216Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Organizational Well-being, Mental Health, Employees, Digital Maturity, Organizational EthicsAbstract
The search for solutions that contribute to employee well-being within organizations has intensified, driven by the growing concern for professionals’ physical and mental health. Based on the analysis of empirical studies and critical reflections, this article evaluates the contribution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to organizational well-being across six domains: mental health monitoring, predictive analysis of psychological risk, personalized emotional counseling, optimization of physical comfort, reduction of cognitive load, and ethical decision-making in human resource processes. AI is considered a valuable opportunity to positively transform the work experience when properly implemented. However, to ensure that AI moves beyond a technological promise and generates real impact on corporate health, its integration into organizational culture must be both ethical and responsible, and employees must possess sufficient digital literacy and maturity.
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