Public Sector Procurement of AI Solutions

A curated podcast episode exploring the complexities of government procurement of AI systems. It examines government goals for AI adoption, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability. The podcast reviews, in part, the book From Trustworthy AI Principles to Public Procurement Practices By Merve Hickok. Key issues include the need for robust evaluations to ensure AI is the appropriate solution, effective data strategies, and mitigating algorithmic bias to avoid negative consequences. The research concludes with recommendations for improving AI procurement processes.