Auckland After5 : Responsible AI - have we figured out what that means in practice?

Join us for "Responsible AI - have we figured out what that means in practice?," an engaging after5 exploring the dynamic landscape of this technology in Aotearoa New Zealand in 2025. 

The session will offer a deep dive into what responsible AI means in practice—across both infrastructure and service-based industries. We’ll explore how AI tools influence decision-making, the importance of data provenance, and the legislative and ethical guardrails shaping deployment in high-stakes environments.

Through real-world use cases drawn from sectors such as infrastructure, consulting, and telecommunications, we’ll examine how responsible AI principles are being embedded into workflows—from design and construction to client engagement and service delivery.

The session will also contrast how different industries interpret and operationalize responsible AI, highlighting variations in risk profiles, regulatory expectations, and stakeholder accountability. Whether it’s ensuring transparency in infrastructure projects or managing bias in customer-facing algorithms, we’ll unpack the tangible challenges and innovations shaping AI responsibility today.

Our experts who will present and answer your questions are Neil Thompson, Head of Digital Transformation at Beca, and we welcome Bec Holdsworth, Head of Privacy and Responsible AI at One NZ.

We look forward to hosting you at this After5 this event is free for TUANZ members and clients of Beca.  This is a number limited event to 40 individuals so make sure you register early.

Please note the formalities will start at 5:30 but you can arrive any time after 5:00pm.