MANILA, Philippines — As Philippine organizations struggle with fragmented AI solutions and growing administrative inefficiencies, HR tech company Sprout Solutions has launched Sidekick Central, a multi-functional suite of AI assistants built to streamline workflows and boost productivity across HR, payroll, and operations.

Citing findings from the Sprout State of AI 2025 Report, Sprout noted that while 65% of employees already use AI tools, most of these are consumer-grade and adopted independently, leading to security risks and inconsistent workflows. Sprout’s new platform aims to fill this enterprise gap with context-aware, locally relevant, and seamlessly integrated AI assistants.

“Sidekick Central brings AI intelligence into the workflows that matter most,” said Sprout CEO and co-founder Patrick Gentry. “We’ve moved beyond the era of employees having to figure out how to make AI work for them. It’s built to help teams work faster, with fewer blockers and more clarity.”

Key Capabilities Across Functions

HR Operations

• 60% fewer routine employee inquiries via intelligent self-service
• 45% faster policy clarifications
• Automated document generation

Payroll Management

• 40% reduction in payroll processing time
• 90% drop in compliance-related queries
• Predictive analytics to flag issues proactively

Management

• Real-time workforce insights
• 15+ hours saved per manager each month through automated reports
• Data-driven resource planning tools

Employee Experience

• Instant access to company-specific policies
• 24/7 support with no wait times
• Personalized notifications for deadlines and benefits

Localized AI for the Philippine Context

Unlike generic AI platforms, Sidekick Central is trained on Philippine labor laws, business practices, and cultural nuances, offering what Sprout describes as “contextual intelligence.”

“Sidekick Central doesn’t just automate tasks—it understands Philippine labor laws, local business practices, and cultural nuances. This is what transforms AI from a novelty into a strategic business advantage,” said Mary Abigail Galve, Sprout’s Head of People Operations.

Secure and Scalable AI Built on Microsoft Azure

The platform is hosted on Microsoft Azure and compliant with global and local standards including ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, and the Philippine Data Privacy Act. Features include:

• Role-based access control
• Full audit trails
• Data sovereignty protections for Philippine-based enterprises

Immediate Access for Sprout Clients

All current Sprout clients now have full access to Sidekick Central, which includes:

• 300 monthly credits for Concierge, a customizable AI assistant
• Credits automatically refresh each month
• No setup required, integrated into existing HR dashboards

Users can access Sidekick Central directly at: https://sidekick.sprout.ph

Looking Ahead

Sprout plans to expand Sidekick Central with specialized AI assistants for finance, sales, and operations, and deeper integrations with third-party systems.

“This is just the beginning of how AI will transform business operations in the Philippines,” said Gentry. “Sidekick Central represents our vision of AI that amplifies human potential rather than replacing it.”

About Sprout Solutions

Founded in 2015, Sprout Solutions is the Philippines’ leading homegrown HR tech and B2B SaaS company. Celebrating its 10th year, it now serves over 1,800 clients and 300,000 users in the Philippines and Thailand. Its solutions span AI-powered HR, payroll, and employee wellness.