Customer Case Study
Protalus
Google Sites Intranet
Transforming Internal Communications with Steegle.One Intranet Solution
Company Overview
Protalus designs alignment devices that are laboratory tested and proven to correct lower body alignment through patented technology. Proper alignment results in increased health, safety, and productivity. Protalus serves companies aiming to address their injury, fatigue, and musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) issues. From their line of universal fit, no-trim insoles to their latest safety shoe solutions in development, Protalus is proud to be an industry leader in redefining workplace safety. Their goal is not just to address safety issues but to eliminate them at the source. As the leader in dynamic alignment technology, Protalus operates within the healthcare and wellness sector as well as the B2C market.
Challenges
As Protalus grew, it became increasingly important for employees spread across different locations to stay informed about company news, updates, and branding initiatives. The need for a centralised communication platform became a top priority. Protalus values a unified team culture and a feeling of connectedness and with the rapid growth that Protalus was experiencing, it became clear that a new solution was required.
Solution
To address these challenges, Protalus decided to implement Steegle.One, a comprehensive intranet solution designed by Steegle.com. This intranet leverages Google Workspace to create a unified platform for internal communication, collaboration, and information sharing.
Before settling on Steegle.One, Protalus explored various alternatives. However, they needed a solution that aligned with their brand and could integrate seamlessly with their existing IT infrastructure. Dylan Walters, the IT Manager, was particularly concerned about security and wanted a tool that worked within the secure environment of Google Workspace rather than inventing something new. Steegle.One’s integration with Google Workspace offered the perfect solution.
Implementation
Dylan Walters spearheaded the development of the intranet site. With comprehensive training provided by Steegle, Dylan was able to customise the platform to meet Protalus’ specific needs and train his staff on how to access and edit the site. The implementation process was smooth, though there were a few initial hiccups, as expected with any new system. However, Steegle’s support team was readily available to assist, providing prompt and effective solutions even months after the launch.
Outcome
The implementation of Steegle.One transformed the way Protalus communicated internally. The centralised intranet not only improved the dissemination of information but also played a key role in unifying the company’s diverse workforce. Employees felt more informed and engaged, contributing to higher morale and better alignment with the company’s goals and values.
Features and Benefits
Centralised Information Hub: Steegle.One enabled Protalus to centralise all internal news, updates, and resources in one accessible location. This ensured that all employees, regardless of their location, had access to the latest information.
Enhanced Communication: With features like Steegle News and Steegle People, Protalus could streamline internal communications. Employees could easily find contact information for their colleagues and keep up with company news and updates.
Cultural Integration: The intranet played a crucial role in fostering a sense of community and culture within Protalus. It allowed the company to showcase its values and initiatives, ensuring that every employee felt connected to the company’s mission.
User-Friendly Interface: Built on Google Sites, the intranet’s interface was intuitive and easy to use, reducing the learning curve for employees and encouraging widespread adoption.
Security and IT Integration: Steegle.One’s integration with Google Workspace ensured that all data remained within Protalus’ secure IT environment, addressing Dylan’s concerns about security and data sovereignty.
“Implementing Steegle.One was a game-changer for us. It bridged the communication gap between our geographically dispersed teams and helped us maintain a strong, unified company culture. The support from Steegle was outstanding – their team was always ready to help us navigate any challenges we faced. I highly recommend Steegle.One to any organisation looking to enhance their internal communications and employee engagement.”
Dylan Walters
IT Manager, Protalus
Before Steegle.One
No central comms platform for a geographically dispersed team
Company culture fragmenting as rapid multi-location growth continued
Security concern: didn't want a new platform outside Google Workspace
Staff in different locations disconnected from mission and values
After Steegle.One
Centralized intranet within Google Workspace — culture rebuilt digitally
Steegle News and People connecting dispersed teams to company mission
Dylan Walters: 'bridged the communication gap — highly recommend'
Steegle support team responsive and available even months after launch
Conclusion
In conclusion, Steegle.One provided Protalus with a robust, scalable solution that not only addressed their immediate communication challenges but also laid a strong foundation for future growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Protalus designs alignment devices that eliminate workplace safety issues at the source — musculoskeletal disorders, fatigue, injury. Their value proposition is about protecting workers through better technology. But as they grew with employees spread across multiple locations, they faced the same challenge many scaling companies do: keeping a distributed team informed, connected, and aligned with the company's mission.
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Security was Dylan Walters' primary concern — he wanted a tool that worked within the secure environment of Google Workspace rather than introducing something new from outside. For a company dealing with healthcare and workplace safety data, keeping everything inside a controlled, trusted environment wasn't optional.
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Culture is one of the first things to fragment when a company scales across locations. Steegle.One gave Protalus a way to showcase its values, safety initiatives, and company mission to every employee regardless of where they were based. Dylan Walters described the platform as transformative — bridging the communication gap and helping maintain a strong, unified company culture.
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Smooth overall, with a few initial challenges expected with any new system. What distinguished the experience was Steegle's support response — prompt, effective, and available even months after launch. Dylan Walters specifically highlighted this: the team was always ready to help navigate challenges, not just during implementation but well beyond it.
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There's no new platform to manage, no separate authentication layer to maintain, and no data sync to worry about. Everything runs inside Google Workspace, which means Protalus's IT governance applies throughout without additional complexity.
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Yes. If a workplace safety company needs a custom incident reporting tool, a safety compliance tracker, an automated training module, or a workforce health monitoring dashboard — those can all be built inside Google Workspace using AppSheet or Apps Script.
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Workplace safety companies generate significant documentation — product specifications, compliance materials, training resources, incident procedures. AI tools like Gemini can help staff find the right document or procedure quickly. Steegle.One provides the organised, current content layer that makes AI-assisted search reliable.
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