For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), AI tools have become a bit of a secret weapon. Suddenly, drafting a job description, policy, or performance review template can take minutes instead of hours. That’s a huge time-saver for busy founders, managers, and admin teams who wear multiple hats. But here’s the reality: while AI can write words, it doesn’t understand workplace laws. It can’t interpret the Fair Work Act, your Modern Award, or your unique employment obligations. And that’s where things can quickly come unstuck. Used wisely, AI is a great assistant. Used blindly, it can create costly compliance gaps. Let’s look at the big five areas where AI can genuinely help, and why it’s still crucial to have a qualified HR professional review, tailor, and sign off on anything that affects your people or your obligations as an employer.....