Portify helps companies that own vehicles save time, money and the environment through smart fleet management. Their platform, Fleet Intelligence, makes life easier for the person responsible for the company's vehicles — service, oversight, costs and car-pool management all live in one place.
With 17 people on the team and short decision paths, Portify is a tight crew where everyone rolls up their sleeves. And just as they simplify daily life for their customers, Managing Director Anna Tamnhed wanted a simple way to handle this year's Christmas gifts for the team.
But finding the right gift for 17 different people with 17 different wishes? Easier said than done.
From driving around during covid to digital gift cards
Anna has tried most things over the years. "The first years I bought the Christmas gifts myself. During covid I drove around and delivered them in person to everyone. It worked, but it was hardly smooth," she says.
Then they tried a gifting service that let employees pick from a set of options. But the selection got worse over time — and it was not always easy to find something that suited everyone.
Last year Anna decided it was time to find something better. That's when an acquaintance pointed her to Glede.
Easy to understand, easy to use
It did not take Anna long to get going. "It was very easy to understand what to do. The job was done in just a few minutes," she says.
She sent the gift cards out digitally to the whole team. Each person got two links — one to download their gift card, and one to start using it right away. The reaction? Nothing but positive.
I checked in with the team after they had received the gift. Everyone was super happy!
The reassurance of seeing the gift actually being used
Anna highlights four things she especially appreciates about Glede:
- Fast to send: "I uploaded a list of all the employees, and the job was done in a few minutes. No wrapping, no shipping, no logistics."
- Schedule the send: "It was great that I could schedule the delivery. I set everyone to receive their gift just before the Christmas break, so I didn't have to stress about it in the middle of the holidays."
- Full visibility on usage: "The best part is that I can see whether they have used the gift card or not. I don't need to know what they buy, but knowing the money isn't going to waste gives real peace of mind."
- Great support from the Glede team: "The team behind Glede was available and helpful the whole way. That made it feel safe to use the service, especially the first time."
It's a shame to spend money on a gift that won't be useful. With Glede I'm not in any doubt about that!
And if someone forgets about their gift card? Glede sends an automatic reminder, which Anna is very happy with.
"I thought it would be nice to be able to send a reminder manually. But automatic reminders are actually even better — what if I forget to send the reminder myself?" she says.
A gift that works for everyone
Anna believes Glede could be useful for many companies, and thinks any business that gives Christmas gifts or other gifts to employees should try the service.
Larger companies that hand out work-anniversary, birthday or Christmas gifts would definitely benefit from Glede!
Anna closes with a wish to use Glede privately too. "It was so easy. Can you give it as a private person as well? I would happily do that," she says eagerly.
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