May 03 2016, 14.37 PM IST || Pocket News Alert
Conducts a two-week long shuttle badminton tournament for its employees
Bangalore, May 03, 2016: Tavant Technologies, a leading global provider of specialized software solutions, conducted a two-week long shuttle badminton tournament for its employees. The tournament echoes the company’s recent efforts to promote health and fitness to their staff. With over 250 registrations and five categories, the game has picked up significant momentum within the IT-sports enthusiasts.
This is the second tournament that the company is organizing in this year. The first one, a cricket tournament for the female staff, was graced by the presence of none other than Vanitha Vellaswamy, a member of the Indian women’s national cricket team.
For the badminton, the semi-finals and finals were held at Namma Shuttle, HSR layout on April 24, 2016.
“Tavant has its ‘people’ in the forefront of its motto and existence, and it is not a surprise that we are recognized as the ‘Great Place to Work For’ and ‘Top 10 Dream Companies for Freshers in India.' We believe that a less sedentary lifestyle will help people to be more focused and creative at work” said, Chitbhanu Nagri, Global Director, Human Resources, Tavant Technologies.
Apart from the tournaments, Tavant also encourages its employees to participate in marathons and cyclathons and the company has quite a lot of talent there. They have initiated a ‘fitness at work’ venture within the company, encouraging the employees to earn rewards based on the pounds they lose.
It is wonderful knowing that companies are conscious and focused on workplace wellness. Achievable, health-giving actions at the workplace, where one spends the most of their time, will help us carve a more active and fit generation.
Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Tavant Technologies is a specialized software solutions & services provider that provides impactful results to its customers across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Founded in 2000, the Company employs over 1500 people and is a recognized top employer.
As a key solutions provider to the Consumer Lending industry, Tavant has demonstrated expertise in helping mortgage firms convert more leads, cut costs and retain borrowers.