Engagement at Rockwool

It seems so simple. When people enjoy their work and feel involved, they become more productive. And they do not fall sick as often. At Rockwool, they know that engaged employees are the best asset you can possibly have. Focussing on engagement has become standard practice. And the results are amazing.

Rockwool is as good as its people

"The more comfortable our people and the more at home, the better our results. This is why we made focussing on engagement a true staple of our company. Thanks to 365, we discovered that this has a direct impact: less absenteeism, increased productivity and improved employability. Our people have also noticed the difference. There is massive support for this approach throughout the entire organisation,"
says Ed Wolf, Human Resources Director at Rockwool

About the cooperation

Rockwool and 365 have worked together intensively for many years. 365/KeurCompany introduced the first Preventive Medical Examination in 2007, and some 300 people still participate in it every year. We combined the examination with the EngagementScan. It all revolves around the people, looking at the mental aspects in addition to the physical ones. That is where the key to engagement is: improved enjoyment and involvement at work. 365 recommended the 365/KeurCompany ‘BRAVO’ lifestyle programmes. These comprised interventions in terms of Exercise, Smoking, Alcohol, Nutrition and Relaxation ('BRAVO' is the Dutch acronym). Furthermore, a special balance-theme day was organised for the employees, and a stress-detection training for the managers. The result: healthy, enduringly employable employees.

Figures/results

• Reduced absenteeism among engaged employees (3.2% as compared to 4.0% among non-engaged employees)
• Lower notification frequency: engaged 0.83, non-engaged: 1.13
• Proven link between fitness and absence

Success in this case and opportunities for you:

• EngagementScan
• Lifestyle interventions with respect to BRAVO (Exercise, Smoking, Alcohol, Nutrition and Relaxation)
• Focus on engagement
• Improve employee satisfaction