Drive
The Drive pathway is for anyone involved in leading and influencing change across services and organisations (e.g. senior managers, service or programme leads). By developing the content in Embed, this pathway focuses on how AI concepts can be threaded through ways of working to drive change in organisations.
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The Drive Pathway
Step 1 - AI in Scotland
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The Scottish AI Alliance have developed the Scottish AI Playbook which aims to provide the resources, guidance and tools needed by Scottish organisations to support their journey to trustworthy, ethical and inclusive AI implementation. The playbook contains useful information on why AI is so important for Scotland’s future, what key policies and legislation you need to be aware of, and what the priorities are for AI in Scotland. Link: The Scottish AI Playbook |
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The playbook highlights collaboration opportunities as a key element of the Scottish AI roadmap.
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Step 2 - AI Spheres of Influence
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| Take a moment to reflect on your organisation’s approach to AI. How is this organised? How are the many different opportunities being managed, along with associated risks and challenges? |
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This article from CAST proposes the ‘AI Spheres of Influence Diagram’ which highlights the different perspectives and contexts that can be relevant to AI conversations. Link: Perspectives on change |
Step 3 - Developing an Organisational AI Strategy in Practice
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As AI becomes more widely used, organisations need to think strategically about how it supports their priorities, values and services. Those leading and influencing change play a key role in creating the conditions for AI to be adopted safely, responsibly and sustainably, with clear governance, workforce engagement and a focus on outcomes. |
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Watch the Learning from the Front - Digital Transformation Webinar Series Episode 2: Developing an Organisational AI Strategy in Practic”, featuring Scott Jaffray, Director of Digital at NHS Forth Valley. The session shares NHS Forth Valley’s practical approach to developing an organisational AI strategy, including how it is moving from interest and experimentation towards meaningful, well-governed adoption aligned with organisational priorities. Link: Episode 2: Developing an Organisational AI Strategy in Practice (July 2026) | Turas | Learn |
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After watching, reflect on:
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Step 4 - Supporting Responsible AI Use Across Services (New)
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As generative AI becomes more widely available, services need to think beyond individual use and consider how it can be introduced safely and consistently across the workforce. Leaders can play an important role in helping staff understand where AI can add value, where risks may arise, and when professional judgement must remain central. |
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Explore “Working with OpenAI: A Guide for Social Workers” from Social Work Scotland. The guide looks at how generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot and Magic Notes can support tasks including administration, research and content creation. It also highlights important considerations around data protection, security, professional judgement and ethical practice. Link: Working with OpenAI: A Guide for Social Workers - Social Work Scotland |
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Step 5 - Leading Responsible AI Adoption
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AI can reduce administrative burden, support decision-making and create more time for care and service improvement. However, it can also change roles and introduce new responsibilities around oversight, validation and accountability. Successful adoption depends on clear governance, workforce involvement and ensuring staff have the skills and confidence to use AI safely and effectively. |
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Read "Beyond Productivity: AI and NHS Workforce Implications." Although written from an NHS perspective, many of the themes are relevant across health and social care. The report explores how AI is changing roles, skills and ways of working, highlighting the importance of workforce development, governance, professional judgement and leadership in supporting responsible adoption. It also considers how AI can create new responsibilities around oversight, validation and accountability. |
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Identify one area where AI could support your team or service. Consider:
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| Identify one practical step your organisation could take to prepare staff for responsible AI adoption. |
What next?
You have now completed the Drive pathway.
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