Yapster

Yapster, developed by Employee Republic Ltd, is a mobile communications platform designed to facilitate real-time communication, collaboration, and engagement within organizations. According to the vendor, Yapster caters to frontline colleagues who lack company email addresses, making it suitable for businesses of all sizes, from small enterprises to large corporations. Yapster is commonly used across industries such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics.

Key Features

Instant messaging: According to the vendor, Yapster enables real-time one-on-one and group conversations, supporting various message formats including text, photos, and videos. It provides a secure and private communication channel within the organization.

Integrations: Yapster seamlessly integrates with partner technologies, consolidating notifications and information. The vendor claims that it offers easy integration with existing systems and applications, enhancing their functionality and user experience.

Staff directory: Yapster offers a mobile staff directory that allows quick lookup of colleagues and facilitates direct communication. The vendor states that it eliminates the need for sharing personal contact information.

All-company newsfeed: According to the vendor, Yapster provides a platform for sharing company announcements, milestones, and important information. It fosters social interaction and engagement within the organization, serving as a platform for recognition and communication at scale.

Administrative and security controls: Yapster offers centralized management of users and permissions, reducing the administrative burden on managers. The vendor claims that it ensures data privacy and security with ISO27001 accreditation.

Single Sign-On (SSO): Yapster has partnered with Alpaka to provide Single Sign-On functionality, enabling employees to access work interfaces with a single login. According to the vendor, it streamlines access to various systems and tools, improving the user experience.

KPI Gamification: According to the vendor, Yapster's KPI Gamification feature allows organizations to create leagues and competitions based on key performance indicators. It promotes healthy competition and motivation among teams, fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Yapster Newsfeed: The Yapster Newsfeed serves as a central hub for internal communication and collaboration. According to the vendor, it facilitates sharing updates, announcements, and celebrating achievements, creating a sense of community and connection.

Embedded Directory: Yapster features an embedded directory that provides easy access to contact information and enables communication with colleagues. The vendor claims that it enhances collaboration and information sharing within the organization.

Yapster Apps Tab: According to the vendor, the Yapster Apps Tab offers quick access to relevant tools, applications, and resources for employees. It consolidates important tools and information in one place, enhancing convenience and efficiency.