In 2022, our employee headcount doubled. It meant we needed to get to better grips with a number of different HR processes, including setting up transparent on-boarding processes and establishing an employee handbook. We also activated a quarterly feedback session, to monitor employee satisfaction. We're proud to have averaged an employee satisfaction score of 90% in 2022.
Our daily operations at Plank HQ are a very small proportion of our overall carbon footprint. However, as we scale, we’ll be taking measures to keep it that way. This means operating on a green energy tariff and using our dedicated bins for organic waste and recycled materials.
The majority of our employees live close to our London HQ, meaning over 90% of us commute by foot, bike or public transport. We're also permitted to WFH two days a week, meaning we can optimise our work-life balance and not travel needlessly.
Since 2021, Plank Hardware has raised over £29,000 for two charities; Crisis and Furnishing Futures. We've also established a Charitable Giving Policy, meaning all staff members are encouraged to raise awareness and funds for causes close to their hearts. Each of us has one day of paid volunteering leave per year 🤝