Singaporeans think AI will improve payroll

Less than 1 in 4 workers think they have the skills to advance their careers.

Over 1 in 2 (51%) of Singapore’s organisations view artificial intelligence (AI) as “important to improving payroll productivity,” according to a study by ADP.

Agentic AI is predicted to support HR teams in 2026 by automating onboarding steps, streamlining validation work, providing real-time managerial insights, and reducing errors in data-heavy processes, said ADP, a payroll solutions provider.

However, workers don’t feel ready for an AI driven future, with only 23% of Singaporean workers surveyed expressing confidence that they have the skills needed to advance their careers.

Meanwhile, 35% of Singapore organisations are said to have plans to improve payroll transparency in the next 2-3 years, ADP reported.

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