Why Video is the New Standard for Employee Onboarding in Malta (2026 Guide)
The Maltese business landscape has shifted. Whether you are a tech firm in Sliema or a logistics hub in Birkirkara, the challenge remains the same: The War for Talent. Once you’ve successfully recruited a top-tier candidate, the "silent killer" of productivity begins, the manual onboarding process. In 2026, leading firms are moving away from dusty PDF handbooks and repetitive 4-hour orientation sessions. Here is why your business needs to switch to a video-first onboarding strategy.
1. Consistency Across the Board
In a growing company, no two managers deliver the same orientation. One might forget to mention the company’s core values, while another skips the IT security protocols. Video ensures that every new hire receives the exact same high-quality message, every single time. It preserves the "founder’s passion" even when the founder isn't in the room.
2. Efficiency: Reclaiming HR Hours
How many hours does your HR team spend repeating the same presentation every Monday? Video allows for asynchronous learning. New hires can watch their "Day 1" training from their desk (or even at home before their start date), allowing your HR team to focus on high-value human interactions rather than reading slides aloud.
3. Higher Retention (The "80% Rule")
Recent data shows that employees are 80% more likely to retain information via video than through text. In highly regulated sectors like iGaming or Finance in Malta, ensuring that compliance and safety training is actually understood isn't just a "nice-to-have", it's a legal necessity.
4. The "Cultural" Connection
Onboarding isn't just about rules; it's about belonging. A well-produced video featuring your current team, the office culture, and a message from the CEO builds an immediate emotional bridge that a document simply cannot replicate.
