Vip Connect
Vip District — The all-in-one platform for employee engagement
Vip District (by Epassi) offers an all-in-one employee engagement platform that combines internal communication, exclusive employee discounts, rewards & recognition, sales incentives, and employee portal features in a branded app. More than 3,000 companies in Europe use the ISO 27001-certified solution to strengthen retention, culture, and communication.
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (Epassi Group certificate; applies group-wide)
- ISO 27001
Data & Hosting
Data residency
EU cloud (per pricing page)
Hosting
ISO 27001 Certification through Epassi Group.
The website mentions GDPR compliance and ISO 27001 (via Epassi).
Feature Scope
Communication and Content Management: Versatile editor, attachments (PDF, DOC, MP4, WAV), categories, staff access with or without moderation, automatic notifications (email, in-app mailbox, app push notifications). Activity Management: Creation, promotion, and coordination of events; automated management of communication, registrations, cancellations, and waitlists; segmentation by location/groups; photo contests. Feedback & Engagement: Surveys in various formats; personalized inboxes and channels (including whistleblowing, cybersecurity, suggestion box) with visibility controls, status tracking, and deadlines. Training/Learning: Management of programs (onboarding, H&S, tool training), knowledge sharing by subject matter experts, tests with point targets, minimum scores, trials. Control & Insights: Granular permissions for managers, segmentation of content/activities, real-time reports on access, views, and interactions. User Experience & Customization: Multi-device (web, app, browser), multi-language (available in 8 languages), diverse access and registration options, high CI/CD personalization. Security & Compliance: UNE-ISO/IEC 27001 certification (Information Security Management); Corporate whistleblowing channel; permissions and segmentation for access control. Integrations: HRIS and system integrations including APIs; automated synchronization for onboarding/offboarding and data updates (e.g., department, role, organizational chart); configurable sync frequencies (daily, weekly, custom) with execution reports. SSO: Single Sign-On with existing accounts (e.g., Google, Microsoft), token-based access, one login for multiple tools. Module ecosystem: Can be supplemented with Vip Directory (organization chart), Vip Awards (recognition), Vip Incentives (campaigns), and Vip Share (employee marketplace).
Pricing hints: There is a pricing/demo link and a "Request Demo" CTA.
Security hints: UNE-ISO/IEC 27001 (ISMS) certified. Access controls via roles/permissions and segmentation. SSO support (e.g., Google, Microsoft) and token-based access. Security policy linked.
Compliance hints: UNE-ISO/IEC 27001 mentioned.
Implementation hints: Integration into existing HRIS/IT landscapes via integrations or APIs. Automated data flows (onboarding/offboarding, profile updates), schedulable synchronization runs (daily, weekly, custom) with reports. SSO for simplified access. Onboarding/training component is included in the platform.
Support hints: Contact and demo requests available; multilingual interface (8 languages).
Integration hints: HRIS integrations and open APIs for synchronizing employee data; automated updates of communication groups in Vip Connect; SSO with existing identities (Google, Microsoft); configurable sync frequencies and process reports. Tight integration with Vip Directory, Vip Awards, and Vip Incentives.
Content and channel management: Creation of articles, sections, and thematic categories; content segmentation by user groups/locations/departments; simple navigation (categories, text search); roles/autonomy for contributors to dynamically manage categories/content. Events & Activities: Creation, promotion, and management of internal events in a single area; publication in various formats/frequencies; automatic attendance tracking and waitlists; integration of personalized forms/surveys; contests; automatic notifications/reminders. E-Learning & Performance: Setup of an e-learning environment with lessons, quizzes/assessments; team performance metrics; gamification with rewards/incentives. Employee Voice 360º: customized surveys (configuration options, automatic notifications, access to results); whistleblowing/complaint channel (including cybersecurity); additional inboxes/channels (suggestions, inquiries, recommendations). Social & Exchange: posts, comments, reactions/likes; bulletin board (buy/sell/rent/swap among employees). Reach & Notifications: automatic email/push notifications; mobile app and mobile access for comprehensive delivery. Analytics: Reports on views, interactions, comments, most-read categories; real-time dashboards, exportable. Multilingualism: Platform available in multiple languages (including DE, ES, EN, IT, PT, FR, NL – based on website language selection). Product Suite: Combination with Vip Connect (core platform for communication, events, training, surveys, and personalized channels), Vip Incentives (rewards/points campaigns, gamification), and Vip Share (bulletin board). Security & Compliance (as indicated on the page): Reference to UNE-ISO/IEC 27001 (ISMS certification) in the footer; Security Policy linked. Integrations: There is an “Integrations” section on the website.
Pricing hints: Demo request as a call-to-action.
Security hints: Reference to ISO/IEC 27001 (ISMS) in the footer; link to Security Policy.
Compliance hints: ISO/IEC 27001 mentioned. Link to privacy policy.
Implementation hints: No specific implementation timeframe or onboarding/migration details provided; reference to demo request.
Support hints: Testimonials emphasize prompt and personalized support.
Integration hints: A general “Integrations” section exists on the website, but no specific integrations, partners, apps, SSO options, or API/webhook details are provided on this solution page.
Features at a Glance
Core HR
- Document management
- Roles & permissions
- Org chart
- Employee self-service
Analytics
- Dashboards
Data & API
- API
- Data export
Mobile
- iOS/Android app
- Responsive UI
Learning
- Assignments
Security & IT
- RBAC
- Data residency region
Integrations
- Azure AD integration
Compliance
- GDPR
- ISO 27001
Administration
- Custom fields
Payroll
- Payslips
Pricing Model
On request
Prices vary by employee count and package. Cloud services in the EU; GDPR-compliant.
Implementation
Integrations via APIs/HRIS, schedulable synchronization runs (daily, weekly, custom) with execution reports. SSO to simplify access.
Support
Dedicated account manager
"Customer care (user support)" is mentioned in the plans.
Integrations
Google Workspace / Google Identity
SSOSingle Sign-On with existing Google accounts.
Microsoft Azure AD / Microsoft 365
SSOSingle Sign-On with existing Microsoft accounts.
HRIS (generisch)
HRISAutomated synchronization for onboarding/offboarding and data updates (department, role, organizational chart) with scheduled intervals and reports.
Vip Connect API
APIAPIs for integration with HR/IT systems and for synchronizing employee data.
Vip Directory
OtherOptional module/product for organizational charts and employee directories; can be tightly integrated.
Vip Awards
OtherOptional module for recognition/rewards; can be tightly integrated.
Vip Incentives
OtherOptional module for campaigns/incentives; can be tightly integrated.
Vip Share
OtherOptional module serving as an employee marketplace; can be tightly integrated.
