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Carpooling: learn about its organizational, personal and environmental benefits.

Forget about traffic and stress. Imagine a greener, more economical and enjoyable commute to work. Carpooling has arrived to revolutionize business mobility, and Human Resources has the key to open the doors to a more sustainable and connected future.

Carpooling, also known as car sharing, is a practice that consists of sharing the same vehicle with other people making a similar journey. This reduces the number of cars on the road, resulting in less pollution and smoother traffic flow.

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Ridesharing among colleagues or corporate carpooling

And how does it work? You can do it in a technological way through online platforms that put you in contact with other users who share your route, or in a non-technological way, simply by organizing with your co-workers.

Carpooling or ridesharing is emerging as a strategic tool for large companies in Latin America, driving tangible benefits in three key areas:

Benefits for organizations:

  • Financial optimization: Cost reduction in fuel, maintenance and parking provided by the organization. This frees up resources that can be reinvested in other strategic areas of the business - a break on finances!
  • Happier employees: Encourages camaraderie and relationship building among employees, improving communication and teamwork. Creates a more positive and collaborative work environment, where employees feel valued and listened to. Reduces stress from traffic and searching for parking, improving employees' mental health and well-being. This translates into higher productivity and lower absenteeism.
  • Attract and retain talent: this is an attractive and differentiating benefit that responds to the current needs of employees, who are looking for greater flexibility, autonomy and a commitment to sustainability.
  • Tangible environmental commitment: allows companies to reduce CO2 emissions and other polluting gases, improving air quality in cities and positively impacting public health. It aligns with the company's sustainability objectives, strengthening its image and reputation as an environmentally responsible organization. Your company becomes an agent of positive change!

Benefits for employees:

  • Significant savings: Considerable reduction in transportation costs, including fuel, tolls and parking. Positive impact on employees' personal finances, especially important in LATAM, where the cost of living can be high.

    Example: An employee who saves $50 per week on transportation, at the end of a year, will have saved $2,600, a significant amount that can be used for other purposes.
  • Company and new experiences: Opportunity to meet coworkers from different areas and departments, breaking down departmental barriers and fostering integration.

    Creation of new friendships and relationships, strengthening the sense of community and belonging within the company. Turning the commute to work into a more enjoyable, fun and enriching experience.
  • Improved well-being: Reduced stress and anxiety associated with traffic, insecurity and the search for parking. Improved mental and physical health of employees, thanks to a calmer and more relaxed trip. Increased energy and concentration when arriving at the office, which translates into better productivity.
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Do you love the idea of implementing a carpooling program in your company? Then you should take a look at Corporate Experience's Carpooling module.

Environmental benefits:

Companies in Latin America have the opportunity to lead the transformation towards more sustainable mobility. Carpooling, as a key strategy, offers a tangible way to reduce the environmental impact of operations and contribute to a greener future for the region.

  • Lower emissions: Transportation is one of the main emitters of greenhouse gases in LATAM. Carpooling can help reduce carbon emissions by sharing rides and reducing the use of individual vehicles.
  • Cleaner cities: LATAM faces a growing problem of traffic and noise in major cities. Carpooling can help reduce the number of vehicles on the roads, which in turn reduces congestion and improves air quality.

If you want an intuitive and easy-to-use tool that connects your employees and facilitates the organization of carpooling, here you can request more information about our Corporate Experience Carpooling platform.

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