NexusOne: "A employee engagment survey doesn't have to be a major project"

The IT company NexusOne has turned employee well-being into a tangible and measurable initiative that helps create a better work environment – without requiring a large-scale setup.

With 31 employees, NexusOne is a data- and tech-driven powerhouse that creates value for its clients by developing exceptional digital customer and user experiences. They use employee well-being surveys as an effective tool to build a healthy and attractive workplace, one that draws in top talent and ensures happier, more engaged employees.

From survey to action

“We conducted a well-being survey to assess how we’re doing across a range of parameters. The results have now been presented to the entire company. We began with a collective review that offered a neutral overview of how we’re performing as a whole,” says Villy Gravengaard, CEO of NexusOne.

Following the presentation, each team focused on two key questions:

• What can we improve as a team?
• What are our recommendations for the company as a whole?

The leadership team gathered these responses and identified recurring themes that required action. An action plan was developed with a six-month timeline for implementation and follow-up. After that, a new survey will be conducted.

“This approach helps us ensure that we don’t just measure employee well-being – we act on the results and create lasting improvements,” explains Villy Gravengaard.

Emphasizing individual impact

“We’ve made it a point to be transparent and honest about both our strengths and challenges. It’s important to strike a balance between making improvements and maintaining what already works well,” says CEO Villy Gravengaard.

One area identified for improvement was a sense of meaning in the work.

“It’s about understanding where I, as an employee, can make a difference – for the company and in a broader context, including purpose. So we’re looking at how we as a company can help each individual find meaning in their work,” Villy Gravengaard shares.

A user-friendly and proven platform

Over the past 20 years, Villy Gravengaard has tried many different well-being tools, each with its own strengths. But when they started using GAIS, he was surprised by how accessible and user-friendly it is.

“What’s unique about GAIS is how quickly and efficiently we could get started. It was a pleasant surprise. If the tool had been complex or cumbersome, it might have easily been deprioritized. But GAIS allows us to focus on what really matters: improving well-being and the work environment—without wasting time on unnecessary processes. We truly want to highlight how user-friendly and well-tested the platform is,” says Villy Gravengaard.

Results and future goals

With a clear action plan and a user-friendly well-being platform, NexusOne is well-equipped to continue its journey toward a healthier and more engaged workplace.

“Our employees are our greatest asset. Ensuring their well-being is not just an investment in their quality of life—it’s an investment in the future success of our company,” concludes CEO Villy Gravengaard.