Partnership with The Glass Guru on the Looker to LumApps Integration

We believe in partnering with forward thinking organizations and technologies, and are very enthusiastic with our ongoing partnership with LumApps and with The Glass Guru Enterprises, Inc. on the Looker Integration project. 

Our latest integration between LumApps and Looker is for one of our valued customers, The Glass Guru. This integration creates a streamlined user experience in LumApps to view Looker dashboards without ever having to be authenticated in Looker itself; this equates to minimizing workplace disruption by saving users valuable time and frustrations having to login multiple times.

In the words of Sean Young, our key stakeholder for this project: 

“In the franchise realm, the impact of analytics cannot be overstated. By their nature, franchisees are eager to see how they stack up against their peers within the organization. Given the significance of this content, Guru HQ, our LumApps-powered Intranet, was the unequivocal choice for showcasing these analytics. The need for private, embedded analytics is why we chose Looker several years ago as our chosen analytics tool. Looker offers so much more than just analytics, but the software’s ability to feature embedded analytics anywhere was a significant feature for our brand.

As we’ve walked the path building out our data model(s), we finally reached the point where we were ready to streamline the usage of two great products; LumApps and Looker. We embarked on an integration journey with our long time partner and vendor Misha Zubarev of Ariella Digital Consulting.

This integration creates a streamed experience for our franchise users to view Looker dashboards directly within LumApps without a need to authenticate in Looker; this equates to minimizing workplace disruption by saving franchisees valuable time and frustrations having to figure out and deal with the frustrations of multiple login experiences. The integration also ensures we are utilizing Looker’s significant data governance features, ensuring our Lumapps users only have access to analytics built on datasets they are authorized to view.” 

Read more about why integrations are important for an Employee Experience Platform:

An Employee Experience platform aims to enhance the overall work environment and employee engagement by providing seamless and user-friendly tools for various HR processes, communication, collaboration, and learning. Integrating third-party applications within the EX platform brings numerous benefits that contribute to a comprehensive and effective experience for employees. Here's why third-party integrations are essential:

Consolidation and centralization. An EX platform often serves as a central hub for various HR functions. By integrating third-party applications that employees use regularly, such as project management tools, communication platforms, or productivity apps, the platform becomes a one-stop solution for employees' needs. This consolidation streamlines processes and reduces the need to switch between multiple applications, saving time and effort.

Enhanced functionality. While an EX platform may have a wide range of built-in features, there are specialized tools and services offered by third-party providers that might cater to specific needs or industries better. By integrating these external solutions, the EX platform can offer enhanced functionality, ensuring that employees have access to the best tools available in the market.

Customization and personalization. Each organization has unique workflows and preferences. Third-party integrations allow companies to customize the EX platform according to their specific requirements and tailor the experience to match their corporate culture. This customization fosters a sense of ownership and comfort among employees, leading to increased adoption and engagement.

Data synchronization and analytics. Third-party integrations enable seamless data synchronization between various applications. This integration ensures that employee data, such as performance metrics, learning progress, or feedback, is updated in real-time across the platform. It also allows for comprehensive data analytics, which can provide valuable insights into employee behavior, preferences, and areas of improvement.

Scalability and flexibility. As an organization grows or its needs evolve, it may adopt new tools or services to enhance operations. A flexible EX platform with the ability to integrate third-party applications makes it easier for companies to scale up and adapt to changing requirements without significant disruptions.

Employee empowerment and productivity. A well-integrated EX platform creates a user-friendly environment that empowers employees to perform their tasks efficiently. By accessing all necessary tools and information from a single platform, employees can focus on their work instead of dealing with the complexities of managing multiple applications.

Continuous improvement and innovation. Third-party integrations open the door to a vast ecosystem of innovative solutions. By partnering with external providers, an EX platform can stay up-to-date with the latest technological advancements and continuously improve its offerings to cater to the changing needs and preferences of employees.

In summary, third-party integrations play a vital role in an Employee Experience platform by expanding its capabilities, streamlining processes, and creating a cohesive and tailored experience for employees. This integration-driven approach enhances engagement, productivity, and overall job satisfaction, ultimately leading to a more positive and fulfilling work environment.

Learn more about this integration here.