Ageas was praised by long-serving members of staff, earning the provider a five-star ranking in this year’s Insurance Post Best Insurance Employer list.
AN INSURER which employs 1,000 people in Hampshire has introduced a bot to support staff with their physical and mental health. Ageas Insurance – which a large base at Eastleigh – says its new artificial intelligence (AI) creation acts as a personal wellbeing buddy. It gives staff “nudges” that can benefit their health, including reminding them to take screen breaks or catch up with a colleague. The bot, created in-house by Ageas, also talks to employees about everything from staying hydrated to conditions such as seasonal affective disorder. It was developed in response to the pandemic, which has seen around 90 per cent of Ageas’ employees working from home since March last year.