Vi Launches ViHive, An Employee Communications App, to Support Connectivity and Engagement

New Platform Enables Employees Across Disciplines to Remain Informed and Engaged

CHICAGO, April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Vi, premier developer, owner and operator of 10 luxury senior living communities across the U.S., has invested in mobile technology to launch ViHive, a new custom-designed employee communication app enabling two-way information-sharing and engagement with Vi's over 3,000 staff members across all departments, communities and care centers nationwide. Accessed through a mobile device or desktop, ViHive has been designed with employees in mind to help share up-to-the-minute news and content, community and company events, team member appointments, new training tools and other resources. The communication platform also ensures that employees' voices are heard, shared and amplified across the entire Vi organization.

"Most of our employees are on the move, providing service and care to our residents and have limited time in front of a desktop computer," said Judy Whitcomb, Senior Vice President, Organizational Strategy and Effectiveness at Vi. "This can present challenges for real-time communication and connectivity. Based on employee survey feedback, Vi has invested significant time and resources toward a custom mobile platform that enables robust information, collaboration, and engagement. We believe that this platform will be a game-changer in enabling fluid communication by all team members across our organization."

"ViHive reinforces Vi's mission and values and enables real-time recognition of accomplishments across the company," Whitcomb added. "Additionally, with a focus on ease of use and accessibility for all employees, it serves as an accessible hub for employee communication in the form of short, social media-style content."

To support connectivity for all team members, the app is accessible to those employees who speak English as a second language. ViHive's interface is available in English, Spanish, Creole or Tagalog. Within the app, content falls into two main categories: company-wide information that is relevant to all employees, such as benefits, DEI messages, HR and IT resources, and community-specific information, including programs, announcements, job openings, training, recognition and more. Photos and videos can also be shared to engage audiences on a new level.

ViHive's features and benefits include:

• Fast and easy one-stop shop for latest news in the communities
• Company news from Vi senior leaders
• Quick access to community calendars for important community and company events
• Easy access to tools and resources
• New training information to learn and grow
• Updates on latest job opportunities
• Resources to support work-life balance
• Ability to share opinions and ideas with leadership teams
• Community fun page to celebrate special events with engaging activities and contests

Just two weeks into the launch of ViHive, Vi has seen 55 percent of all employees activate their access on the app. According to Staffbase, a leading provider of employee communications management solutions, and Vi's partner in the development process, Vi is well on track to exceed its benchmark of 75 percent of users activated within six months of launch. "We are happy to see the very successful launch of ViHive, and we already see their employees engaging regularly," said Frank Wolf, Co-Founder and CSO of Staffbase. "We learned from our customers over the years that a great start is the best ingredient for long-term success of an employee communication and engagement platform."

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About Vi
Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Vi operates 10 continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) across the United States. Blending the best of a five-star resort lifestyle with senior living, Vi communities provide residents with independent living as well as a continuum of care on-site, including assisted living, memory support and skilled nursing should the need arise. With more than 30 years of experience as the owner and operator of residential communities for older adults, Vi continues to work toward providing quality environments, services and programs to enrich the lives of those they serve. Vi is proud to be the recipient of a number of best workplace awards, including Glassdoor's 2020 "Best Places to Work", and Great Place to Work and Fortune's "Best Workplaces for Aging Services".

About Staffbase
Staffbase is a high-growth, deeply experienced provider of employee communications management solutions for enterprise companies. The mobile compatibility of the company's platform allows employers to securely reach their employees everywhere with reduced complexity — whether in the office, at home, on the factory floor, or on the road. Staffbase solutions give employees greater access to the corporate information that's relevant to them, along with tools for the modern digital workplace, including existing intranets. With headquarters in Chemnitz, Germany, and offices in Amsterdam, Berlin, Calgary, Cologne, Dresden, Helsinki, Kelowna, London, Melbourne, Montreal, Munich, New York City, and Vancouver, Staffbase provides branded solutions for more than 2,000 leading companies worldwide who are transforming their employee communications, including Adidas, Audi, Paulaner, Spark Power, UC Health, US LBM, and Vestas. Staffbase has received the 2021 Global Employee App Choice Award and 2022 Choice Award for Intranet and Employee Experience Platforms from ClearBox Consulting. Please visit staffbase.com for more information.

Media Contact

Murphy O'Brien, Vi, 1 3107401459, [email protected]

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