Since 2011, Easi has been a pioneer in Belgium in the field of participative shareholdership. The company, specialized in management software, cloud services, and cybersecurity, is built on a strong belief: involving employees in the company’s strategy by offering them the opportunity to become shareholders. A bold choice – still rare in the Belgian entrepreneurial landscape – that enables Easi to combine economic performance with long-term engagement and a shared corporate culture.
This year, 23 employees joined the circle of shareholders, which now counts 161 members. Seniority alone is not enough to qualify. Employees must reach at least level D (on a scale from A to G) and pass an evaluation based on the company’s five core values: excellence, responsibility, commitment, caring, and positivity.
A model that builds loyalty and accountability
At Easi, participative shareholdership is not just symbolic: it has a concrete, measurable impact on both individuals and the organization. A few figures illustrate this:
- Average age of shareholders: 37 years
This proves that access to shareholdership is based on professional maturity rather than years of service.
- Average seniority of shareholders: 9 years
According to a 2024 Partena study1, Belgian employees change companies after an average of 3.1 years.
- Absenteeism rate: 2.31% among shareholders (compared to 2.7% among non-shareholders)
According to the 2024 Securex barometer2, the national average in Belgium is 8.57% . At Easi, the relatively low rate reflects a climate of well-being, accountability and strong alignment with the company's vision.
- Average time to become a shareholder: 3.5 years
Regardless of role and age, it takes an average of 3.5 years from joining Easi to meet the necessary conditions to become a shareholder.
Levers for greater inclusion
Today, at Easi, 15.5% of shareholders are women: a figure that may seem low, but is actually proportional to the percentage of women within the company (26%). This reflects a well-known reality in the IT sector, which remains largely male-dominated.
« We often underestimate the importance of human skills in IT. Yet they are what make the difference. Technical skills can be learned, but communication, listening and collaboration are essential – and this is where women also have a real role to play », explains Coralie Themelin, Senior Business Consultant at Easi.
At Easi, we are seeing a notable shift in the professional ambitions of women, who are increasingly moving into coordination and leadership roles. This trend reflects a growing desire to actively contribute to the company’s strategy and transformation.
However, certain key events in women's personal lives can sometimes be perceived as obstacles to this progression. That’s why Easi conducted an internal survey among its female employees to better understand their experiences throughout their careers. This led to concrete actions: a guide for managers, awareness campaigns, personalized support upon returning from maternity leave, and more.
Through its participatory shareholding model, Easi reaffirms a strong belief: it is human qualities, regardless of age and gender, that form the strength and sustainability of a company and are essential to positively evolving the IT sector.
About Easi
Easi is a Belgian company that has specialized in IT services and solutions since 1999. It distinguishes itself through the development of its own business software, designed to meet the needs of medium-sized and large enterprises. In addition, Easi positions itself as a strategic partner with high added value, focusing on long-term relationships with clients. Its approach is based on proximity, mutual trust, and delivering excellent results.
Easi also places great importance on the well-being of its 562 employees, firmly believing that customer satisfaction starts with the professional happiness of its own teams.
Sources:
- Le Belge change de job en moyenne après 3 ans | Partena Professional
- https://press.securex.be/labsenteisme-de-moyenne-et-de-longue-duree-att…