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2024 has been a year full of milestones, memories, and moments that made us proud! From major achievements to everyday wins, we’ve grown, learned, and celebrated together as one unified team. As we reflect on the highlights, we appreciate the journey that led us here and we're now gearing up for an even brighter 2025. With a new year comes new beginnings and even bigger milestones on the horizon! 🎉 🎊 #SmartQYearbook2024 #NewYearNewGoals #SmartQ

In urban spaces, seemingly lifeless plant matter can play a big part in supporting biodiversity. Dead and dried stems, often overlooked, provide an essential habitat for cavity-nesting bees. While these solitary bees don't produce honey, they are crucial pollinators for the surrounding vegetation. Similarly, fallen leaves create microhabitats for diverse species like snails and insects. Karan works to bridge the growing divide between urban residents and bee populations. His approach includes providing habitats for the species by preserving their natural nesting sites, drilling holes in wooden logs, conducting continuous research to discover more about the species, and sharing the findings with the public. Fun fact: Of the world's 20,000+ species of bees, 90% are solitary rather than colony-dwelling. Among these solitary bees, 30% are cavity nesters. Also, human life is impossible without bees, but you already know that. To know more about him, watch the full episode here 👇 : https://lnkd.in/gNECYE2C

The festive cheer was in full swing during our Secret Santa celebrations at the office! Our employees swapped surprise gifts and enjoyed fun activities that had everyone laughing and bonding. It was a day full of joy, connection, and holiday cheer.  We hope your holiday season is just as joyful! Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a great holiday season. #ChristmasAtWork #ChristmasCelebrations #SecretSantaMoments #TeamSpirit

Great things happen when people work together and play together.” This spirit came alive during our three-day offsite meeting in Sri Lanka, where representatives from all departments collaborated on critical topics like supply management, manpower planning, and enhancing food safety. The teams' many achievements in 2024 were celebrated, and a future roadmap was outlined to tackle challenges and opportunities in key areas. With team leads and representatives from multiple locations in attendance, the event became an ideal platform for exchanging knowledge and insights from diverse site experiences. While the first two days focused on work, the third day was all about fun. The team enjoyed a fulfilling outing, returning refreshed and motivated for future challenges. These offsite events aren’t just about work—they’re about putting people first. They bring our team closer, fostering collaboration and building stronger bonds that make us more united and ready to face whatever comes next. #Offsite #SriLanka #Meetings #offsiteevent #achievements #SmartQ

Our employees’ health and well-being mean everything to us. In line with this thought, we organized a health camp on December 12th and 13th at our Bangalore head office, offering eye and dental check-ups and comprehensive blood tests. Doctors were available throughout not just to conduct tests but also to help employees understand their results, share advice, and answer any health-related questions. What truly made this initiative special was the participation received from our team. This health camp reflects our commitment to fostering the health and well-being of our employees, creating a healthier workplace for all. #healthcheckup #employeewellbeing #healthcamp #healthierworkplace #SmartQ

SmartQ is rapidly expanding its wings globally. Recently, our flagship cafeteria management product Time2Eat was included in Compass Germany's business ecosystem, creating opportunities for us to serve German clients at scale. Last month, our Vice President -Global Partnerships and Support, Nithin M B and Sydon D'souza, Our Partnership Manager visited Germany to showcase Time2Eat's full range of capabilities at a conference organized by Compass Group Germany. The event brought together key Compass leaders, including Joanna Gell, Global Digital Implementation Director, Fabian Sauer, CTO/Deputy CIO, George Göksel, Digital Manager, Benjamin Ostermann, Project/Mobilization Manager, and David Rosenthal, Manager POS Solutions, as well as major clients, providing a platform for SmartQ to demonstrate how Time2Eat is transforming cafeteria operations. Time2Eat streamlines cafeteria operations by integrating multiple functions—digital kiosk setup, subsidy management, online ordering, payments, etc. into a single platform. It stands out as a unique omnichannel solution that simplifies operations for managers who previously juggled multiple products and teams. Today, SmartQ has a presence in 19 countries and Time2Eat is a solution that’s gaining recognition across many of them. With tech capabilities that are getting stronger every day and the backing of the Compass Group, we’re excited about the impact we stand to make globally. #GermanyVisit #CompassGroupGermany #Visit #Time2Eat #SmartQGlobal

Finally, the much-anticipated D-Day arrived at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, the launch of the SmartQ-powered cafeteria, Kravings. The inauguration was a grand affair, attended by the dignitaries of Thapar University. The day was packed with fun and engaging activities, including music, dance, and games. The new cafeteria was an instant hit! Users loved the app's user-friendly interface, while the food quality and variety received rave reviews. A lineup of renowned food brands like Barista, Burgrill, Motimahal, Domino's, The Idly Express, and others were introduced on campus, offering a wide array of choices. What truly delighted hostel students was the new delivery feature, bringing delicious meals right to their hostel rooms at night. It was a win-win for all stakeholders—Thapar University gained a state-of-the-art cafeteria, far beyond the conventional, and SmartQ had the privilege of enhancing dining experiences at yet another premier educational institution. Kudos to Barun Kumar, Shubham Agarwal, Ravinder Bhateja, and Shivender Panwar for all their dedication and hard work, without which this success would not have been possible. #ThaparUniversity #launch #university #Foodcourt #foodandtech #SmartQ

It's been a season of esteemed visitors at SmartQ. Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting leaders from Compass Group UK & Ireland — @Robin Mills, CEO; Gareth Sharpe, CFO; Jon Braithwaite, CIO; and Simon Hill, Digital Director of Compass UK&I. As SmartQ expands its footprint globally, the opportunities for leaders of different geographies to collaborate and for the teams to learn from their experiences also increase. And we get more chances to treat our guests with the famed Indian hospitality. It was no different this time, as we extended a traditional welcome to our guests from the UK. We also gave them a walkthrough of our office space and exchanged thoughts on creating collaborative workspaces while keeping core values intact. The most enriching part of such visits is that our teams get to interact with international leaders and obtain new perspectives and insights. It was no different this time, and our colleagues relished the experience. Finally, no SmartQ event is complete without a delightful spread of delicacies, which our guests loved. As we grow, we look forward to more such visits and cross-cultural collaborations. #CompassGroupUKandIreland #CompassGroupUK #visit #leaders #officetour #SmartQ

We’re delighted to announce the Greater Good Podcast, where our co-founder Keshav Meda will have deep conversations with leaders who have dedicated their lives to making a lasting impact on the planet and society. By celebrating such changemakers, we hope to raise awareness about initiatives that our planet needs, and inspire more individuals to work for the Greater Good! First episode to be out very soon! Stay tuned. #GreaterGoodPodcast #pillar #changemakers #sustainability #ecofriendly #initiatives #Staytuned #SmartQ

We’re thrilled to share that we were recognised and appreciated as the top 3 Best Employer Brands (under the 1000 employees’ category) at the LinkedIn Talent Awards! It's a true honour to stand alongside some of India's most beloved brands competing across categories, including Zomato, State Bank of India, Dabur, Shoppers Stop, Tech Mahindra, Tata Consultancy Services, and others.    Being among the top 3 Employer Brands reflects our deep commitment to creating a workplace that values people beyond their work, and enables them to become the best professionals they can be. This recognition suggests we have been doing things right, and we’ll continue doing the best for our people. #LinkedInTalentAwards #LinkedIn #BestEmployerBrand #Top3 #Event #recognition #SmartQ