#deskless workers

Irish edtech zick learn announced it has secured €500k in funding to increase its headcount and accelerate growth throughout Ireland, the UK and across Europe. This latest round was led by Italian edtech investment firm Zanichelli Venture, and backed by a number of angel investors.  Headquartered in Dublin, zick learn is an innovative text-based microlearning… This content is for members only.…

Many employee engagement and retention tools were created with the assumption that workers spent most of their time at desks. But the majority of the global workforce is deskless, meaning that they are usually on the move and don’t have constant access to a laptop. A lot of them are also dissatisfied with their jobs, which means companies need to deal with high churn and low retention rates.…

Zurich-based SaaS startup Beekeeper lands €50 million to better serve frontline workers

Born in Zurich, Beekeeper has been helping frontline businesses and workers enjoy more connectivity through digital solutions. The startup has now raised an additional €50 million as demand for its software keeps growing.  Frontline workers include those who work in industries that keep our society and economy ticking over. From medical professionals to retail staff… This content is for members…

Creating a better working experience for overlooked frontline teams – Interview with Yoobic Founder Fabrice Haiat

There is no doubt that the Covid-19 pandemic has thrust the hybrid workplace in the forefront and consequently shone a light on remote workers and how to keep them engaged and productive. But prior to the pandemic, around 80% of the world’s workforce were already not working in an office. These are the so-called frontline… This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to…

Berlin-based startup Lumiform lights up with €6.4 million funding boost to enhance the deskless workforce

SaaS startup Lumiform is helping businesses navigate deskless working – empowering teams to operate seamlessly. The Berlin-based startup has just picked up €6.4 million to boost its global reach. Reportedly accounting for 80% of the total global workforce, the deskless workforce is growing rapidly. Traditionally, deskless workers have been those working in sectors like education,… This content is…

WOH 74: Using Internal Podcasts to Communicate with Deskless Workers

By | Ben Eubanks | Human Resources Professional, Speaker, and Blogger

Today, more workers than ever are in roles that do not provide them with an office, a desk, or even a computer or email address. Forbes says that more than 2 billion workers work in a deskless environment. So how can employers communicate with those staff, engage them with learning content, and keep them informed? 

In today’s…