AgeWise – ISO 30415 Age Diversity Assessment

The Paradox

Reality tells a different story

The same society that expects us to work longer systematically excludes 50+ workers.

7.3M

Baby Boomers retiring by 2030 in Germany – while retirement age rises to 67

64%

of executives believe they have no age bias. Their hiring decisions tell a different story

45+

Application chances drop drastically from age 45 – despite the skills shortage

Our Focus

Developed for the DACH region

The first ISO 30415-compliant assessment specifically for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland

Why DACH?

The demographic development in the DACH region is unique: The Baby Boomer generation represents an enormous wealth of knowledge and experience, while the working population is simultaneously shrinking.

Our assessment takes into account the specific legal frameworks, cultural particularities, and economic challenges of the region.

7.3M

Baby Boomers retiring by 2030

1.2M

Skilled workers shortage by 2030 in Austria

Highest employment rate 55+ in Europe

ISO 30415:2021

The AgeWise Framework

7 dimensions of the international standard for Diversity & Inclusion in HR management

Leadership & Commitment

Top management support, objectives, budgets, and accountability structures for age diversity

Strategic Framework

Documented policies, integration into corporate strategy, public reporting

Inclusive Culture

Psychological safety, reporting channels, training, and visible role models

Recruiting Without Bias

Age-neutral job ads, diverse sourcing channels, structured interviews

Fair Compensation

Pay equity across age groups, bias-free promotions, performance over seniority

Lifelong Learning

Training for all, cross-generation mentoring, knowledge transfer

Flexible Work Models

Generationally appropriate design, ergonomics, gradual retirement

Our Services

How we support you

From assessment to implementation – your partner for sustainable age diversity

Assessment & Diagnostics

ISO 30415-compliant positioning in 15 minutes

Free online assessment
Detailed maturity report
Industry benchmarking
Prioritized action recommendations
KPI framework (12 months)

Strategy Development

Tailored roadmaps for your organization

1:1 Executive coaching
Roadmap development (90 days / 12 months)
Policy design & framework development
ISO 30415 compliance consulting
Stakeholder alignment workshops

Training & Workshops

Enablement for your teams and leaders

Conscious inclusion trainings
Leadership workshops (age diversity)
Mentoring program design (reverse mentoring)
HR business partner enablement
Cross-generational team workshops

Implementation Support

Long-term support for your transformation

Change management guidance
Quarterly check-ins & reviews
KPI tracking & reporting support
Continuous improvement workshops
On-demand advisory (retainer model)

Ready for the first step?

Start with our free assessment and find out in 15 minutes where your organization stands today.

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Our Mission

Why we founded AgeWise

Age diversity is more than a diversity dimension. It's a strategic success factor – if organizations learn to use it correctly.

"Talent is not judged by year of birth. Organizations that understand this have a decisive competitive advantage."

The principle behind AgeWise

The Challenge

While companies invest heavily in gender equality and ethnic diversity, age diversity often remains underexposed – despite massive demographic shifts and demonstrable business impacts.

7.3 million Baby Boomers will retire in Germany by 2030. Critical knowledge is lost with them, while the skills shortage simultaneously demands new recruitment strategies.

Our Conviction

Age diversity is not a "nice-to-have". It's a strategic lever for productivity, innovation, and employee retention – when organizations approach it systematically.

AgeWise was developed to give companies in the DACH region the tools they need: scientifically sound, ISO-compliant, immediately applicable.

+17%

Productivity in age-diverse teams

McKinsey Diversity Matters, 2023

+42%

Innovative solutions through cross-generational collaboration

Boston Consulting Group, 2023

€420bn

Estimated costs of demographic change by 2030

Institut der deutschen Wirtschaft

The Minds Behind AgeWise

Two perspectives. One shared vision: Empowering organizations to leverage age diversity as a strategic success factor.

Christiane Bisanzio

CEO, The Inclusion Foundation

"After over 25 years in Global HR – from General Electric to AXA – I realized: age diversity was always the underestimated dimension. AgeWise finally gives this topic the attention it deserves."

Expertise

25+ years Global HR & D&I leadership
ISO 30415-certified Diversity & Inclusion expert
Author: "The Other 364 Days" (Amazon Bestseller)
Top 50 Leader Talent & Workplace Innovation (Economist)
Co-Host: "The Dude & The Blonde" Podcast

Hendrik Buttstädt

Systemic Coach & IT Trainer

"As an IT trainer, I work daily with teams of all age groups. I see how technology can connect generations – when organizations create the right framework. AgeWise makes this framework measurable and actionable."

Expertise

Systemic coach & Microsoft Certified Trainer
Digital inclusion specialist
Design Thinking & User Research
Intergenerational learning concepts
Co-Host: "The Dude & The Blonde" Podcast

Our Podcast

The Dude & The Blonde

"Collien Fernandes files charges in Spain – not Germany. Because Spain has criminalised deepfakes since 2022. What really protects women?"

In our podcast, Christiane and Hendrik discuss diversity, inclusion, and the challenges of modern workplaces. From WEF insights to DEI controversies – we pull no punches.

24 Episodes • Every 2nd Thursday • On all platforms

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Age is not a problem.
It's a resource.

Reality tells a different story

7.3M

64%

45+