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Elise Sidekick: Organization-Wide Rollout Guide

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This article outlines paths, specific steps, and best practices for rolling out Elise Sidekick to your full organization. 

 

Rollout Paths

 

Option 1: IT-Led Rollout (Recommended)

EliseAI recommends IT-Led Rollout for Elise Sidekick, especially for larger organizations. 

When IT centrally deploys Sidekick through device management tools or policies, this allows for near-instant, uniform adoption across all user machines. 

PROS CONS
Seamless deployment: no manual downloads needed by users  Requires IT involvement and setup time 
Ensures 100% consistency  Dependent on existing IT infrastructure and permissions 
Saves managers and trainers from chasing down individual users  May require coordination if mixed platforms and devices are involved 
Better audit and tracking controls   

 

Top Platforms / Methods & Reference Guides

NOTE: All these methods support force-installing for both Chrome and Edge. These browsers share many policy infrastructure features.

 

A. Group Policy Objects (GPO) - Windows Active Directory

  • How it works: Use Chrome and Edge ADMX templates to “force-install” the Sidekick extension across domain-joined machines.
  • Reference: Deploying Chrome Extensions via GPO (Google Admin docs)
  • This also works for Edge if you use Edge ADMX with a similar “Configure the list of force-installed apps and extensions” policy.

 

B. Microsoft Intune (Endpoint Manager)

 

C. Jamf Pro / Jamf School (macOS MDM)

  • How it works: Deploy a configuration profile (plist) with ExtensionInstallForcelist key — containing Sidekick extension ID and update URL.
  • Chrome Ref: Jamf School: Deploy Chrome Extensions to macOS

  • Edge on macOS: Use Edge Enterprise policy plist equivalently.

     

D. VMware Workspace ONE (AirWatch / UEM)

 

Chrome Web Store URL:
https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/elise-sidekick/kpifjidocdfajhopejaimakelkknfhii

 → Extension ID = kpifjidocdfajhopejaimakelkknfhii
 

Edge Add-ons Store URL:
https://microsoftedge.microsoft.com/addons/detail/elise-sidekick/bbmdcceghmgjmgeedeflpokknmlibbil

 → Extension ID = bbmdcceghmgjmgeedeflpokknmlibbil

 

 

Option 2: Individual-Led Rollout (Fallback)

With individual-led rollout, users download and install Sidekick themselves through provided links for Chrome or Edge. This is manual but effective if IT installation is not feasible.

PROS CONS
No IT infrastructure needed  Time-consuming to ensure implementation
Faster to start in small or ad hoc setups  Higher risk of partial adoption or user confusion 
  Requires ongoing reminders and support 

 

Process

Follow these steps to complete individual-led rollout:

  1. Provide users with direct download links for:
  2. During onboarding/training, instruct each user to:
     
    • Click the link
    • Add the Sidekick extension
    • Sign in
    • Confirm functionality
       
  3. Follow up with users through:
     
    • Training calls
    • LMS tracking
    • Manager check-ins

 

 

Recommended Training and Onboarding Procedure

 

A. Before Launch

  1. Review Training Resources
    • Set up all team members with a Training Role (or a role with additional permissions) in the EliseAI platform. This ensures seamless access to training and support resources.
    • Complete an on-demand course and/or attend a live training webinar in the EliseAI Learning Center to learn how Sidekick enhances EliseAI workflows.
    • Leverage all materials and assets (including on-demand courses, live webinar training, and Help Center resources) for internal team training and implementation.
       
  2. Internal Kickoff Call (per Property or Team)
    • Provide a live demo of Sidekick.
    • Confirm install on-call (via IT or individual).
    • Have onsite team download and install during the session.
      • We recommend downloading the extension as soon as we provide your login credentials.
         
  3. Exec-Level Communication

    • Send an email announcing the launch: for instance, “We are implementing EliseAI + Sidekick — Sidekick is required on your work browser.”

       

  4. Share Initialization Instructions with the Team
    • Feel free to use and adapt the example copy below: 

Once the Elise Sidekick extension has been installed in your browser, follow these steps to open and log in:

Chrome

  1. Open Chrome.
  2. Click the puzzle piece icon (Extensions) in the top right of your browser.
  3. Select Elise Sidekick from the list.
  4. Click Log In and enter your EliseAI credentials.
  5. Sidekick now appears in your browser for quick access.

Edge

  1. Open Microsoft Edge.
  2. Click the puzzle piece icon (Extensions) in the top right of your browser.
  3. Select Elise Sidekick from the list.
  4. Click Log In and enter your EliseAI credentials.
  5. Sidekick now appears in your browser for quick access.

✨ Tip: After logging in, pin the Sidekick icon to your browser bar so you can open it with one click.

 

 

B. Post Launch

  1. Weekly Round-Tables / Check-Ins
    • Gather feedback, answer questions, and iterate based on user experience.
       
  2. Ongoing Support & Tracking
    • Monitor LMS completion and usage metrics.
    • Send reminders or escalations if installation or training remain incomplete.
       

 

 

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