AMBIT is an anonymous corporate social media app designed to reduce workplace stress and foster open communication. This project was created by LinuxLabs, a team with a proven track record of success in hackathons and open-source contributions. Notably, the team has won Hackathon at IIT Guwahati and HackCBS 7.0 at SSCBS Delhi, and were finalists at ETHIndia’24 in Bengaluru.
The app is based on the PERMA model, a scientific theory of well-being. It addresses the limitations of existing corporate social media platforms, which often lack exclusivity and anonymity.
Many employees hesitate to provide honest feedback due to fear of repercussions. Existing platforms lack:
- Exclusivity: Open platforms are not tailored for specific company cultures and needs.
- Anonymity: Employees need a safe space to share feedback without fear of identification.
Research indicates that anonymity encourages feedback and engagement:
- 75% of employees prefer giving honest feedback anonymously. (SHRM)
- Highly engaged teams show 21% greater profitability and a 41% reduction in absenteeism. (Gallup)
AMBIT provides a secure and anonymous platform for employees to communicate openly. Key features include:
- Exclusive platform: Designed specifically for a company's workforce.
- Advanced anonymity: No user details are recorded, ensuring privacy.
- End-to-end encryption: Communication is secure and protected.
- Post visibility control: Users can control who sees their posts.
- Advanced blocking options: Users can block unwanted interactions.
- Cross-platform compatibility: Accessible on various devices.
- Modular plugins: Extensible functionality for diverse needs.
- E2EE chat service: Secure and private messaging.
- User-friendly interface: Easy to use, even for less tech-savvy individuals.
AMBIT utilises a sophisticated system to maintain anonymity. The process involves:
- S1: Node and Key Retrieval: The client receives a list of nodes and their public keys from the aggregator service.
- S2: Multi-layered Encryption: The message is encrypted in three layers using the public keys of the nodes.
- S3: Decentralised Routing and Decryption: The message follows a random route, decrypting one layer at each node. The final destination receives the original message without knowing the sender.
AMBIT empowers companies to:
- Identify employee issues early on.
- Improve employee engagement and morale.
- Create a more transparent and open work environment.
- Increase productivity and profitability.
AMBIT offers a unique solution to address the challenges of workplace communication. By prioritising anonymity and security, it provides a platform for honest feedback, leading to a more positive and productive work environment.