1st Edition

Humane AI — The Covenant of Innovation A Unified Theory for AI Governance

464 Pages 16 Color & 8 B/W Illustrations
by Chapman & Hall

464 Pages 16 Color & 8 B/W Illustrations
by Chapman & Hall

Humane AI — The Covenant of Innovation argues that the defining question of our time is not how fast AI can advance, but what it leaves behind in its wake. As organizations race toward speed, scale, and profit, the book reveals a deeper story: AI is not just automating tasks — it is reshaping human capability, attention, judgment, and dignity. The authors show that the real frontier is not... Read more

Part 1: Foundations of Humane AI  1. Understanding the Need for Humane AI  2. Designing Humane AI  3. Situating the Humane AI Compass  4. The Technical Imperative  5. The Commercial Imperative  6. From Human‑Centered AI to Humane AI  7. The Necessity of Friction in Humane AI  Part 2: The Architecture of Governance  8. The Human–AI Construct  9. The Humane AI System  10. The Unified Theory of Humane AI  11. Applying The Unified Theory of Humane AI  12. Humane AI In Practice  13. Global Applications of Humane AI  Part 3 : Democracy and Public Purpose  14. The Societal Imperative  15. Civic Participation and Democratic Oversight  16. Anthropomorphism, Trust, and Ethics  17. Citizen Empowerment and Participatory Governance  18. The AI Bubble, Economics, Trust, and Human-Centric Risk  19. The Regulatory Imperative  Part 4: Innovation and Institutional Design  20.  Rethinking Innovation  21. The Global Stakes of Humane AI  22. The Institutional Architecture for Humane AI Governance  23. The Organizational Architecture for Humane AI  Part 5: Futures and Horizons  24. Diverging Futures – Humane AI, Human‑Centered AI, and the AI Divide

Biography

Raghu Vijay Kowshik is an information technology executive with deep experience leading large-scale programs in Fortune 500 supply chains. He specializes in translating emerging tech into operational wins and has guided organizations through digital and AI transformations. He holds a PhD in Information Systems Management from Walden University, an MBA from Texas Christian University, a BE in Electronics & Communication, a Diploma in Industrial Management, and a BS in Mathematics from Bangalore University, India.

Peter Jay Sorenson is an organization design strategist and educator who helps non-technical teams adopt AI responsibly. He has led cross-disciplinary teams through the challenges of COVID-19 as a professor and leader, helping develop innovative solutions in a rapidly changing world. Throughout the pandemic, Pete’s work has been driven by the need to redesign systems, address remote work complexities, and incorporate AI, making him an invaluable resource for organizations seeking resilience and new paths forward. Pete holds a master’s degree in Organizational Behavior from Brigham Young University.