# Employee data access via AI assistants with audit logging in Google Sheets
This automation enables HR teams and developers to provide secure, AI-powered access to employee records through MCP clients like Claude Desktop. Built on n8n with an MCP server, the workflow supports search, view, and update operations with automatic filtering of sensitive fields and full audit logging in Google Sheets.
## Who it´s for
- HR professionals using AI assistants to retrieve employee information quickly
- Developers building MCP servers to connect internal systems with AI tools
- Companies implementing AI interfaces for HR databases while maintaining data governance
- SaaS providers offering AI access to their APIs via the MCP standard
## What the automation does
- Receives requests from MCP clients (e.g., Claude Desktop) via an MCP server trigger
- Routes operations based on type: search by name, get by ID, or update employee record
- Fetches data from PayCaptain API or sends validated update requests
- Strips sensitive fields (e.g., bank details) before returning data to the user
- Validates allowed fields during updates to prevent unauthorized changes
- Logs all actions (request type, user, timestamp, result) in Google Sheets for auditing
## What´s included
- Ready-to-use n8n workflow compatible with LangChain-based MCP servers
- Request routing logic based on operation type
- Integrations with PayCaptain API, Google Sheets, and MCP trigger
- Basic textual guide for deployment and customization
## Requirements for setup
- n8n instance with external API access
- PayCaptain API key with appropriate permissions
- Google Sheets access to set up audit log table
- MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop) for testing queries
## Benefits and outcomes
- Faster HR data access via natural language queries
- Reduced risk of PII exposure through automatic data filtering
- Full audit trail of all database interactions
- Scalable design supporting any MCP-compatible AI client
## Important: template only
Important: you are purchasing a ready-made automation workflow template only. Rollout into your infrastructure, connecting specific accounts and services, 1:1 setup help, custom adjustments for non-standard stacks and any consulting support are provided as a separate paid service at an individual rate. To discuss custom work or 1:1 help, contact via chat
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