This Chennai IT Firm Gifts Hyundai Creta SUVs To Employees On 10th Anniversary
Besides the impressive gesture, Agilisium announced performance-based pay hikes on all levels.
To mark its 10th anniversary, a Chennai-based IT company surprised its loyal employees by gifting brand-new Hyundai Creta SUVs as a token of appreciation for their dedication and service. This unexpected gift delighted and excited to employees who had served 10 years of service with the company.
The company that bestowed these SUV gifts is Agilisium. Agilisium is a Data Innovation partner for the Life Sciences industry, specializing in Cloud transformation, Advanced Data Analytics, and Generative AI.
Addressing the employees, Raj said, 'Our success story belongs to each of you. Without your commitment, we would not be here. I'm honored to gift SUV cars to those who stood by us from day one as a token of our deepest gratitude."
Besides the impressive gesture, Agilisium announced performance-based pay hikes on all levels.
When workers witness their dedication being meaningfully recognised, it improves morale, fosters an emotional bond with the organisation, and motivates others to go above and beyond, he added.
This wasn't merely a recognition of tenure; it celebrated the spirit of generosity in our culture from the start. As long-serving colleagues drove off in their SUVs, they reflected on the journey, the challenges overcome, the teams they helped build, and the confidence in a shared future.
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