Central Texas Electric Co-op Intranet

Overview

145 Team Members, One Powerful Intranet

Central Texas Electric Co-op (CTEC) serves a wide-reaching member base with dedication and care—and behind the scenes, a team of 145 employees keeps everything running smoothly. With that many employees spread across departments and locations, the need for a central hub was clear. CTEC partnered with Powerful to launch their very first intranet, designed to support transparency, communication, and collaboration. Their vision was to build something modern and forward-thinking, with a focus on increasing engagement and making it easy for employees to find what they need, when they need it. With Powerful’s human-centered design approach, CTEC now has an intranet that brings their team closer together.

Increasing Transparency

One of CTEC’s top priorities was to increase transparency within the organization. That meant making resources easier to access and giving employees a way to voice their ideas. To make this happen, Powerful implemented its Resource Directory app– creating a centralized Forms & Documents Library that allows employees to filter by department category. Instead of sifting through long lists or confusing file names, employees can now find what they need by selecting a category and clicking on clearly labeled document tiles. The organized, visual layout removes the guesswork and keeps things simple.

Transparency isn’t just about access to information—it’s also about having a voice. CTEC’s new intranet features an online Suggestion Box, giving employees a dedicated space to share ideas, provide feedback, or propose improvements. Whether it’s anonymous or not, every suggestion is welcome. This fosters a workplace culture where employees feel heard, valued, and empowered to contribute to the co-op’s evolution.

A Modern Twist on the Bulletin Board

CTEC’s intranet also brings a modern edge to the classic bulletin board. Using Powerful’s News web app, the new “News & Announcements” section keeps everyone in the loop with important updates, recognitions, and celebrations.

This digital space is perfect for highlighting staff achievements, welcoming new hires, and sharing internal news. It turns everyday updates into shared moments– helping foster camaraderie across departments and locations.

Now, instead of hearing things secondhand or missing out entirely, employees can check the intranet for the latest updates. It’s a simple shift that builds stronger connections and reinforces the feeling of being part of something bigger.

Organized & On Time

In a busy organization like CTEC, there’s always something going on—board meetings, volunteer days, office closures, and more. To help employees stay organized and informed, Powerful implemented its Calendar & Events web app.

This interactive calendar gives staff a clear view of upcoming happenings, complete with dates, times, locations, and details. It’s laid out in an easy-to-read format that works just as well on mobile as it does on desktop. It’s easy for admins to update and even easier for employees to follow. With this addition, employees are no longer left guessing what’s going on. The Calendar helps reinforce CTEC’s commitment to a modern, well-connected workplace—where everyone can participate, plan ahead, and show up prepared.