Cezanne Brings AI Writing Tools into Core HR Platform
HR runs on writing. Policies, job ads, reviews, emails, and internal updates eat hours every week. Bringing AI writing tools into the HR platform cuts the back-and-forth, reduces context switching, and helps teams move from blank page to publish-ready drafts faster.
If you work in HR or write for HR, this update is practical. You get drafting support where the data already lives-roles, competencies, policies, compensation bands, and org structure-so the content can be specific, consistent, and easier to approve.
Why this matters for HR and writers
- Speed: Draft in minutes, not days, then refine with your judgment.
- Consistency: Tone, terminology, and policy references stay steady across teams and regions.
- Compliance support: Built-in guidance reduces risky phrasing and keeps you closer to policy.
- Inclusion: Language suggestions help remove bias and write to a broader audience.
What you can likely draft inside the platform
- Job descriptions and ads (skills, outcomes, leveling, and benefits pulled from existing records).
- Performance review comments (strengths, goals, and clear next steps based on frameworks you set).
- Company policies and updates (versioned drafts with change summaries for easy sign-off).
- Onboarding flows and checklists (role-specific intros, 30/60/90 plans, and welcome emails).
- Candidate and employee communications (status updates, reminders, and event announcements).
- Survey questions and summaries (clear questions and first-pass write-ups of key themes).
Guardrails you should look for
- Human-in-the-loop by default: Drafts never auto-send; approvers sign off.
- Data privacy controls: Option to keep content processing internal and redact PII in prompts.
- Bias checks: Warnings for gendered or exclusionary phrases with neutral alternatives.
- Audit trails: Who prompted, who edited, and what changed-tied to the record.
- Templates and tone presets: Your style guide baked into prompts, not left to chance.
- Role-based access: Managers see only what they should; admins can set usage limits.
Practical 30-day rollout plan
- Week 1: Pick two use cases with high volume (job ads and manager review comments). Define success metrics: time to draft, revision count, legal edits.
- Week 2: Set templates and tone rules. Add inclusive-language checks. Train one small pilot team.
- Week 3: Run live. Capture feedback on clarity, accuracy, and approval time. Tweak prompts.
- Week 4: Expand to onboarding emails and policy updates. Publish a short internal guide with do's and don'ts.
Prompts you can try today
- "Draft a level 3 Software Engineer job description using our competencies: collaboration, ownership, and testing. Keep it clear, neutral, and avoid jargon. 250 words."
- "Write a review comment for a sales manager who hit 105% of quota, coached two reps to promotion, and missed one reporting deadline. Keep it balanced and actionable."
- "Create a policy update summary (150 words) explaining the new hybrid work schedule. Add a short FAQ with three common questions."
- "Draft a 30/60/90 onboarding plan for a People Ops Generalist supporting 200 employees across UK and Spain. Keep it specific and measurable."
- "Rewrite this email to be concise and friendly. Reduce buzzwords, keep commitments clear, and include a deadline."
Quality bar: how to keep drafts trustworthy
- Set source rules: Job ads must reference your competency model and leveling guide.
- Shorten first, then refine: Cut extra words before adding nuance.
- Test for inclusion: Swap out gendered terms and check reading level (aim for 8th-10th grade).
- Legal and policy review: Flag sensitive topics (discipline, terminations, benefits) for mandatory review.
Change management and policy basics
- State the rule: AI creates drafts; people own the final message.
- Define red lines: No prompts with medical info, salary history for individuals, or grievances.
- Disclose usage where relevant: Candidate-facing content can note that standardized language is used.
- Train managers: How to prompt, edit, and avoid bias-20 minutes goes a long way.
Metrics that matter
- Time to first draft and time to approval.
- Number of revisions per document type.
- Readability score and length (before vs. after).
- Bias flags per 100 documents and acceptance rate of suggested changes.
- Policy update cycle time and employee understanding (survey results).
Risks to watch-and how to reduce them
- Hallucinated facts: Require sources for policy and compliance text; block auto-generated stats.
- Overconfident tone: Default to clear and neutral for HR communications.
- Scope creep: Start with two use cases, win trust, then expand.
- Shadow usage: Give people good templates so they don't turn to unapproved tools.
If you need reference material on responsible AI in employment decisions, review guidance from the U.S. EEOC on AI and practical overviews from SHRM. Share these with legal and HRBPs as you set policy.
Bottom line
AI writing inside your HR suite isn't about flashy features. It's about fewer blank pages, cleaner drafts, and faster approvals-without losing your voice or your standards. Start small, measure, and keep people in control.
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