hBits Proptech "Work Culture" Reviews

Employer’s Response

Dear Ex-Employee, Thank you for sharing your feedback on this platform. We genuinely appreciate the time you took to outline your experiences. While we acknowledge that your concerns are important, it’s essential to note that every company, especially a startup, evolves and faces challenges as it grows. We believe that constructive feedback, like yours, helps us refine and improve our practices. At hBits, we recognize that no company is perfect, and we are continuously working on enhancing our work culture and organizational processes. While startup environments can be dynamic and fast-paced, which may sometimes create pressures, they also offer employees an incredible opportunity for growth and adaptation. We understand that this type of environment may not be suited for everyone, and we respect your perspective. In terms of job security and performance management, we have worked diligently to address concerns around performance reviews. While we did not have a formal Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) in place initially, we have since established a clear process to provide employees with opportunities to improve and grow, based on fair evaluations. We are committed to maintaining transparency and fairness for all our employees, ensuring that no one is unfairly treated. Regarding leadership, our leadership team is composed of professionals with a wealth of experience, and we are constantly working to improve our management practices. We take pride in offering employees feedback in a constructive and respectful manner, whether it’s through team recognition or one-on-one conversations. We emphasize respect and dignity at all levels, and we have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of disrespect. We are aware that there were instances where our separation process and full and final settlement (FNF) took longer than expected. We sincerely apologize for this and are actively working to bring this in line with industry standards. We highly value our employees, even after their time with us, and we are committed to ensuring timely settlements. We also understand your concerns regarding employee benefits and are happy to share that we already offer maternity benefits and group mediclaim for our employees and their families, with coverage of up to Rs. 5 lakhs. We are in the process of rolling out additional benefits, including PF and ESIC, and we believe these changes will further enhance the support we provide to our team members. On the matter of work culture and office supplies, we believe in fostering a collaborative and open environment. We actively address hygiene issues and any concerns about office supplies, ensuring that employees feel comfortable and supported. It’s important to clarify that we are not engaged in micromanagement and encourage autonomy in the workplace, but this must always align with the culture of respect and accountability that we are cultivating. As for investor, vendor, and partner relations, we have always prioritized trust and transparency. Our investors, partners, and vendors continue to support us as we grow, and we remain focused on building strong, ethical relationships with all stakeholders. We sincerely regret that you felt your experience with us was negative, and we apologize for any distress caused. We would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you in person to discuss your concerns more deeply and ensure that we continue improving our workplace for everyone's benefit. Thank you again for sharing your feedback. It is invaluable in helping us improve and build a better environment for all our employees. Best regards, Team HR - hBits.