AI Systems and Tools: Usage Guide

  1. Overview and Purpose

Windward provides AI Systems and Tools to help speed up your work by leveraging the knowledge of large language models. These solutions, which include generative AI subject matter experts and agentic workflows, are powered by professional providers such as AWS. These tools support users by processing Windward data, domain knowledge, customer uploads, and open-source intelligence (OSINT).

  1. Core Capabilities

The AI Systems and Tools enable you to:

  • Generate Vessel Risk Assessments: Summarize profiles including compliance blocks, ownership, and insurance data.
  • Automate Communication: Create suggested email drafts to standardize and expedite counterparty communications.
  • Screen Media: Identify negative news across various public media sources.
  • Execute Agentic Tasks: Perform automated workflows and multi-step reasoning based on user requests and system-generated prompts.
  1. Accuracy and Limitations

Windward’s AI tools leverage advanced algorithms and diverse data sources to deliver results. However, the accuracy and reliability of these outputs can vary. Due to the inherent complexities of AI technologies, there is a potential for inaccuracies, omissions, or misleading outcomes. Information provided should be considered a general reference rather than definitive facts. These tools are not intended to replace expert advice or your own comprehensive research.

  1. Your Responsibilities

It is crucial to exercise your own judgment and discretion when utilizing these tools. You must:

  • Verify Information: Always cross-check all provided information before making decisions or relying on it for critical matters.
  • Ensure Ethical Use: Take responsibility for the ethical use of AI and avoid purposes that infringe upon privacy or contribute to harmful outcomes.
  • Maintain Proficiency: Regularly update your understanding of AI technologies to ensure informed usage.
  1. Usage Restrictions

The AI Systems and Tools are not intended to provide legal, financial, or safety advice. You agree to use them for their intended purpose only. When using these tools, you must not:

  • Submit information or content violating 3rd party property rights.
  • Upload malicious content or attempt to manipulate the tool’s behavior.
  • Override built-in safety guardrails or usage policies.
  • Disclose sensitive personal data or, where possible, any personal data at all.
  1. Data Usage and Privacy

AI model providers do not use any inputs or outputs to train their models or any third-party models. Furthermore, user inputs and model outputs are not shared with AI model providers for their independent use. Windward will not use customer-provided inputs or service outputs to train Windward services or third-party models.

  1. Language and Liability

Non-English content is automatically generated and may contain errors or misinterpretations of specialized maritime terminology. The original English version is considered authoritative. Any decisions or actions taken based on AI outputs are made at your discretion and responsibility. Windward is not liable for the accuracy, usefulness, or lawfulness of the outputs. Users must ensure their usage aligns with the laws and regulations of their jurisdiction.