Workplace Options
Workplace Options is the world's largest privately owned provider of integrated employee wellbeing solutions, serving over 79 million employees in more than 200 countries and territories through a variety of support services and innovative digital tools.
Company Overview
Workplace Options is a global provider of wellbeing solutions, serving more than 79 million employees across 200+ countries and territories. With over 40 years in business, the company operates from more than 50 offices and service centers worldwide. Workplace Options employs over 83,000 credentialed providers and supports over 116,000 organizations, including 56% of Fortune 500 companies. It offers services in over 100 languages and has a unique approach to employee assistance program (EAP) services that integrates clinicians, counselors, coaches, and work-life specialists.
Wellbeing Solutions and Services
Workplace Options provides a comprehensive range of wellbeing solutions, including emotional, physical, practical support, and organizational and individual effectiveness. The company has pioneered several key initiatives, such as UCMS, the first case-management system designed by the employee wellbeing industry, and LiveConnect, the first live-chat service for the employee wellbeing world. It also offers digital solutions like the iConnectYou mobile app for face-to-face counseling. Additional services include a Wellbeing Ambassador Program, professional coaching, and DEI initiatives.
Global Reach and Impact
Workplace Options has a substantial global footprint, serving employees in over 200 countries and territories from more than 50 offices worldwide. The company supports over 116,000 organizations and 56% of Fortune 500 companies, providing services in more than 100 languages. This extensive network allows Workplace Options to deliver critical incident response services and 24/7 support to workers and their families around the globe.
Innovations in Employee Wellbeing
Workplace Options stands out for its innovative contributions to employee wellbeing solutions. It introduced UCMS, the first case-management system designed specifically for the employee wellbeing industry, and launched LiveConnect, the world’s first live-chat service for employee wellbeing. The company also created a dedicated practice for certified wellness coaches, addressing the growing global demand for personalized coaching on topics such as weight management, tobacco cessation, fitness, nutrition, and stress management.
Client-Focused Programs
Workplace Options provides various client-focused programs to enhance employee wellbeing and organizational effectiveness. Services include a comprehensive needs assessment for multinational corporations and a Wellbeing Ambassador Program aimed at fostering a safe and psychologically healthy workplace. The company also offers access to interactive live reporting with industry benchmarks, allowing clients to gain insights into their employees' wellbeing and make data-driven decisions.