Azets is an accounting, payroll and HR services provider with 20,000 customers in the Nordic countries.
Until the end of 2016 it was a part of Visma, one of the biggest Nordic financial management software and outsourcing companies. The recently formed Azets wanted to provide its 2,500 employees with modern tools that would better enable them to communicate and work together. Owing to the company’s numerous offices across the Nordics, Azets was also looking for a platform where company information and the workforce would converge naturally, regardless of location. The preeminent idea was to build a community where employees could come together to actively discuss, share knowledge and collaborate.
“We chose Universe as our communications platform because we believe it will support our international growth and building of our new company culture”, says Vidar Bekken, the CIO at Azets. “We wanted to achieve an open information sharing culture that is truly employee-driven”.
In such a newly established company there will certainly be an abundance of internal communications going on. Universe will help Azets keep its employees informed of the latest news and happenings, as well as encourage everyone to ask questions, share their new ideas, or just voice their opinions. For years to come Universe will offer flexibility to everyday work and remove the barriers to discussion between remotely located teams.
Why did Azets decide to implement Happeo as their new communications platform?
Azets decided to implement the platform, previously known as Universe, to provide its 2,500 employees with modern tools that enable them to communicate and work together more effectively. As a recently formed company, having spun off from Visma at the end of 2016, Azets faced the challenge of establishing its own distinct identity and required an efficient way to manage a high volume of internal communications during this transitional phase.
The company wanted a digital solution that would keep all of its employees fully informed of the latest news and organisational happenings. By adopting this platform, they aimed to encourage everyone to ask questions, share new ideas, and voice their opinions freely. The technology acts as a flexible tool for everyday work, ensuring that information flows smoothly across all levels of the business.
Ultimately, the choice was driven by the need to support the company’s international growth and the building of a brand-new company culture. The platform removes traditional barriers to discussion and provides the necessary infrastructure to scale their operations. It helps the organisation transition into a cohesive unit where employees are highly engaged, active, and aligned with the corporate vision as they continue to expand their services.
How does the platform help Azets manage its workforce across multiple physical locations?
The platform helps Azets manage its workforce by providing a single digital home where company information and employees naturally converge, regardless of where they are physically located. Because Azets operates numerous offices across the Nordic countries, maintaining a unified workforce presents a significant geographical challenge. This software effectively bridges those physical gaps by offering a centralised space for collaboration.
By implementing this system, the company can successfully remove the barriers to discussion that typically exist between remotely located teams. It provides a flexible digital environment that accommodates the everyday workflows and communication systems of 2,500 employees spread across different regions. This ensures that remote teams do not work in isolation but remain deeply integrated into the core business activities.
Instead of relying on fragmented communication channels, the platform serves as a unified hub that supports the company’s extensive network. Whether employees are based in major regional hubs or working from smaller local offices, they all have equal access to the same tools, corporate updates, and collaborative spaces. This consistent digital environment is essential for maintaining operational alignment, helping employees feel valued and connected.
What kind of company culture is Azets hoping to build by using Happeo?
Azets is aiming to build an open information-sharing culture that is truly employee-driven. Following its transition from being part of Visma, the newly independent company wanted to establish a strong, modern culture from the ground up. They recognised that achieving this required moving away from top-down communications and instead fostering an environment where every staff member feels empowered to participate actively in company life.
To support this culture, the company is using the platform to build an active digital community. In this space, employees can come together to discuss projects, share professional knowledge, and collaborate on tasks without being restricted by departmental or geographical boundaries. By encouraging these interactions, the platform helps to break down silos and ensures that valuable expertise is shared freely across the entire organisation.
Furthermore, this cultural shift focuses heavily on giving employees a voice. The platform encourages staff to ask questions, share new ideas, and voice their opinions on corporate developments. By creating a transparent environment where feedback is welcomed, Azets hopes to build a highly engaged workforce that actively contributes to the company’s growth, innovation, and long-term success in the Nordic market.
