About the company
Organizers:
IBS Software
Industry:
Software Development
Headquarter:
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Founded:
1997
Overview
The IBS Software is a leading SaaS solutions provider to the travel industry globally, managing mission-critical operations for customers in the aviation, tour & cruise, hospitality, and energy resources industries. IBS Software's solutions for the aviation industry cover fleet & crew operations, aircraft maintenance, passenger services, loyalty programs, staff travel and air-cargo management. Across the hospitality sector, IBS Software offers a cloud-native, unified platform for hotels and travel sellers, including central reservation (CRS), property management (PMS), revenue management (RMS), call center, booking engine, loyalty and distribution. For the tour & cruise industry, IBS provides a comprehensive, customer-centric, digital platform that covers onshore, online and on-board solutions. Across the energy & resources industry, we provide logistics management solutions that cover logistics planning, operations & accommodation management. The Consulting and Digital Transformation (CDx) business focuses on driving digital transformation initiatives of its customers, leveraging its domain knowledge, digital technologies and engineering excellence.
Program Initiative
- IBS Software embarked on a comprehensive wellness journey through the Vantage Fit platform. Their month-long challenge was designed to enhance employee well-being across multiple dimensions, including physical wellness, nutrition and hydration, mental wellness, and heart health. This holistic approach aimed to foster a healthier, more engaged workforce, empowering employees to achieve their personal wellness goals while contributing to the company's overall productivity and morale.
Solution Adopted
- IBS Software launched a robust health campaign named "March to Fitness" through the Vantage Fit app, running from March 1st to March 28th, 2024. The initiative saw significant participation, with 500+ employees joining the challenge and achieving an impressive 88% engagement rate which is 17% higher than the industry benchmark.
- The challenge was designed to progressively enhance the participants' overall wellness. During the first week, employees were encouraged to walk 5000+ steps at least five days a week. Alongside this, they participated in squats, spent at least 10 mindful minutes three days a week, diligently tracked their water intake to ensure they drank at least 8 glasses daily, and completed a run/walk of 20 km in total.
- As the "March to Fitness" challenge progressed, IBS Software further expanded the range of activities to ensure a holistic approach to employee wellness. Participants were encouraged to track their heart rate, log their meals, engage in quick yet effective 7-minute workout sessions, and participate in yoga sessions.
- These additional activities reinforced the comprehensive nature of the initiative, addressing various aspects of physical and mental health, and underscoring IBS Software's commitment to fostering a well-rounded, healthy workforce.
- By the final week of the "March to Fitness" challenge, participants were encouraged to push their limits and adopt an even healthier lifestyle. The goal was set to walk a total of 40,000 steps throughout the week, and the run/walk challenge was increased to 35 km. This strategic progression not only maintained the momentum of the challenge but also motivated participants to continue striving for their best, reinforcing the importance of consistency in their wellness journey.
Results
- As IBS Software embarked on a comprehensive wellness initiative, employees embraced a diverse array of wellness activities designed to improve their overall health and well-being. By the end of the first week, the initiative had already gained significant momentum, with over 100 employees consistently meeting their goal of completing 5,000+ steps per day.
- Additionally, 98 employees were actively engaging in squats, demonstrating their commitment to physical fitness, while 95 employees dedicated time to nurturing their mental health. This early participation set a strong foundation for the weeks to come, as more employees became involved, and the challenge progressed.
- By the third week, an impressive 236 employees were actively achieving their daily walking goals, completing over 30,000 steps in a week.
- As part of the diverse wellness initiative, 118 employees actively participated in tracking their heart health, while 130 employees consistently monitored their mood.
- The rising numbers reflected not only an increased interest in the wellness initiative but also a tangible improvement in the overall health and well-being of the workforce.
- By the end of the challenge the engagement rate was recorded at 88%, surpassing the benchmark level by 17%. This high level of participation shows the initiative's success and the strong commitment of employees to improving their wellness.
