Developed by Pyramid Systems and YRCI
In the current federal landscape, employees are often left navigating complex, high-stakes policies without easy access to the information they need. Whether planning for retirement, evaluating separation incentives, or trying to understand Title 5 regulations, federal employees need timely, accurate, and clear guidance to make confident decisions.
To meet this need, Pyramid Systems and YRCI, developed AIR-hr: a secure, AI-powered platform that delivers real-time, policy-aligned answers to federal workforce questions. AIR-hr translates dense regulatory language into understandable responses, enabling individuals to act with clarity and confidence without having to wait for a help desk response or decode legal jargon.
What AIR-HR Delivers
AIR-hr blends advanced AI with deep HR policy expertise to provide consistent, regulation-based answers on demand. Developed in just two weeks through a focused collaboration between Pyramid’s Nexus Division and YRCI’s HR policy specialists, the tool demonstrates what’s possible when modern technology is applied to support the federal workforce.
Key Features:
- Instant Policy Guidance: Federal employees can access accurate, AI-powered insights at any time.
- User-Friendly Interface: Designed for seamless navigation and ease of use.
- Expert-Backed AI: Developed in collaboration with YRCI to ensure policy accuracy and reliability.
- CFR Title 5 Interpretation: Translates complex federal HR regulations into clear, actionable guidance.
Industry Recognition: AIR-HR Named an ACCELERATE 2025 Award Winner
AIR-HR was recently selected as a 2025 ACCELERATE Award Winner by GovTech Connects, joining a cohort of 24 standout programs recognized for delivering mission impact through AI, data, and digital transformation.
The ACCELERATE Awards highlight solutions that improve how government operates and serve the public. Other recognized programs included innovations in cybersecurity, healthcare analytics, grant management, and enterprise systems—placing AIR-hr among a high-caliber group of changemakers advancing the future of public sector service.
Technology Overview: Built for Security, Speed, and Scale
AIR-HR is powered by a secure, cloud-native infrastructure designed to meet the performance, accessibility, and cybersecurity needs of the federal workforce.
The platform runs on multi-region cloud services for high availability, leverages AI tools like Azure OpenAI and Cognitive Search to deliver natural language responses, and uses a modern web framework for seamless cross-device use. It also complies with Section 508 accessibility standards and integrates federal-grade security controls, ensuring responsible and secure access to HR guidance.
Making Federal Regulations More Usable
AIR-HR’s core innovation lies in making complex regulatory language usable and understandable for everyday decisions.
- Azure Cognitive Search: Supports natural language queries so users don’t need to know exact legal terms
- Azure OpenAI: Converts dense CFR language into plain English explanations
- Google Gemini AI: Enhances document understanding, especially for visually formatted policy content
AIR-HR is a dynamic, mission-aligned solution designed to grow alongside the people it serves. We invite federal employees, HR professionals, and agency stakeholders to explore AIR-Hr and share their insights as development continues.