The Unit4 Way - How we empower businesses and employees?
Can a modern technology company truly put people first? We showed that is possible! We proudly say that we are a global leader in tech solutions providing SaaS innovation with a strong, heartfelt commitment to its customers and employees. Discover in this blog insights about our workplace where diversity and inclusivity are more than just buzzwords—they're at the core of our company culture.
Why top talent chooses us, and why do organizations around the world trust us as partners? Join on this journey to find out!
Did you know?
For over 40 years, Unit4 has been proving technology that can genuinely enhance our lives and be friendly to its users. As a pioneer in delivering SaaS solutions, we have developed a next-generation ERP platform that matches the power of artificial intelligence with a deep understanding of human needs. The result? Solutions that not only streamline financial processes, HR tasks, and project management but also make work more fulfilling. We design software that goes beyond automating routine tasks; it adapts to the ever-changing landscape of business.
Today, we are proud to maintain a vibrant community of +2,400 professionals operating in more than 20 countries—from North America to Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. With over 5,100 customers, including universities, public institutions, and professional service firms, placing their trust in us, the impact is clear: we are reshaping how people think about work and technology together.
Future-proof multi-tenant cloud ERP platform...
…with a user-centric and pragmatic AI at the core .
Unit4 is continually evolving to offer an inclusive people-centric environment that cultivates careers and innovation across geographies and teams.
Culture and wellbeing
At Unit4, values define who they are and guide everything they do. These values bring them together as one team and shape their promise of delivering an exceptional people experience. They aren’t just principles—they’re what make people in Unit4 authentic and trusted by their customers and partners.
What are Unit4’s values?
People First – Everything else will follow: We believe putting people first is the foundation for everything else to thrive—both internally and externally
Choose Curiosity – Embrace challenges: Curiosity drives us to innovate and improve. We welcome challenges and find creative solutions to overcome them
Make an Impact – Be proud: Making an impact is what connects us. Whatever our role, we take pride in the difference we make
Be Genuine – Be true to yourself: We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging everyone to be themselves and bring their unique perspectives to work
Wellbeing and flexibility
Commitment to wellbeing means supporting people in achieving a balance between their personal lives and careers. Through “Fusion”, an approach that joins flexibility and wellbeing, we prioritize flexible schedules, remote possibilities, and unlimited holiday - empowering everyone to thrive while taking care of their mental, physical, and personal needs.
Additionally, we have several programs and support functions in place to ensure people are happy and healthy. These include an Employee Assistance Program, along with mental health and mindfulness support from Headspace, wellbeing programs from Espresa, and family planning, reproductive health, and menopause support delivered by Maven.
Innovative approach to ongoing development
At Unit4, curiosity is more than a value—it’s the cornerstone of our culture. Through the product and technology focus, we constantly aim for innovation, constantly pushing boundaries and proactively exploring new ideas. Innovation isn't just something we do; it’s what propels us forward, shaping the future of the organization.
We bring this commitment to life through various initiatives designed to empower teams to think creatively and develop groundbreaking solutions:
● Crazy Lab Days: An annual event dedicated to turning bold ideas into reality, fostering collaboration, and pushing the limits of what’s possible
● Learning Festival: An annual two-week celebration of knowledge-sharing, innovation, and skill-building, bringing together our people to learn, connect, and grow
● Security Hackathon: A hands-on challenge to tackle critical cybersecurity issues and innovate in this essential domain
● Knowledge Pills: Several 45-minute sessions led by Unit4 experts to provide foundational knowledge on specific topics.
These sessions aim to foster synergies across our Engineering and Product organization and promote cross-functional collaboration.
These events, among others, reflect how deeply innovation is embedded in everything we do. By embracing curiosity and fostering a culture of creativity, we ensure Unit4 remains at the forefront of industry transformation.
Talent development at Unit4
Unit4 offers a wide range of projects to support employees in their current role and enable opportunities for career growth. We have transformational enablement programs, product and solution training, and global development programs that are applicable to everyone.
There are three focus areas for our Global Talent Development team: onboarding, leadership, and personal growth. Additionally, we offer two mentorship programs to facilitate inclusion and equity through mutually beneficial relationships centered around core values. The Women@Unit4 mentoring program focuses on supporting Women. While the Unit4 Leadership Mentoring program is open to all employees. It is aimed at nurturing and developing the leadership potential/skills of individuals at various stages of their careers.
Our mentoring aims to empower and accelerate professional growth by expanding participants' perspectives, insights, and skills. Mentors and mentees learn from one another and develop the leadership and expertise needed to be successful in their careers.
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I)
Our extraordinary people experience, and fresh ideas are fueled by people’s differences. Diverse backgrounds and identities make up our global culture and we celebrate that culture every day. We are passionate advocates of equity and nurture a culture of belonging – where we all belong without having to conform, where our contributions matter, and where we can all inspire.
Unit4 DE&I Strategy
DE&I is an essential part of our culture and strategy and is part of everyday work – it guarantees that all people are engaged and valued, and it reinforces our ability to build future-proof technology that works for all customers.
We established three DE&I pillars that guide us through everyday practices:
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Attract, hire and grow exceptional talent with diverse perspectives.
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Build an inclusive and supportive environment for everyone.
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Be a driving force for change in the tech industry.
Our future as a tech company depends on an ongoing ability to hire and retain talented people with diverse perspectives from various backgrounds. We are committed to monitoring gender pay gaps, striving to be an employer of choice, and ensuring all people feel a sense of belonging and value, so people can grow with the company.
In accordance with our DE&I strategy, five Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) were established, that foster a diverse and inclusive workplace for underrepresented communities, aligned with our mission, values, and practices. The groups are employee-led, and each group has its own identity, mission statement, objectives, and roadmap. The ERGs are open to all employees, who can participate whether they share characteristics with the focus of the ERG or are an ally.
The ERGs at Unit4 are:
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Women at Unit4
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Pride at Unit4
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People of Color at Unit4
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Mental Health and Accessibility at Unit4
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Environmental Action at Unit4
