Home goods continue to be extremely popular in incentive and reward programs. There’s truly something for everyone in this category.

You can boost the appeal of your event by creating a shopping experience, where your attendees can get hands-on with merchandise.

As a business concept, "engagement" is admittedly fuzzy. What does this term really mean, and does it have genuine value for your organization?

Safety incentive programs have long been a popular tool in labor-intensive industries, but that doesn't mean they've been static.

Recent economic events prompted companies to add CSR elements to their rewards and recognition programs.

With so many people using smartphones and other devices to get work done, taking incentive and recognition programs to a mobile platform just makes sense.

Merchandise is an important tool in your incentives and rewards programs, and we've got the connections you need to make sure you're using it effectively. This directory of IMRA members will connect you with experts who know how to make merchandise an effective part of your incentives and rewards lineup.

Learn more about the benefits of working with members of the Incentive Manufacturers and Representatives Alliance, and find out what this strategic industry group has planned for the coming year.

With a never-ending stream of advances and innovations, consumer electronics maintain their place at the top of nearly everyone's list of favorite rewards. Learn more about the most recent trends, and what's popular now.

Before you roll out your incentive or reward program, you need to dot your i's and cross your t's. One of the most essential steps in your planning process is setting clear and realistic goals.

Wearable activity and medical devices, such as pedometers and heart rate monitors, were all the rage at this year's Consumer Electronics Show. Here's how these devices fit into the incentives market.

A little friendly competition—in the form of incentive and recognition programs—can go a long way toward improving your business's performance.

You might think that the smartphone's ability to snap and share photos anytime, anywhere had undermined the value of digital cameras. But with manufacturers adding new and powerful features, you'd better think again.

Technological changes have brought about new ways of experiencing gift card incentives, including mobile delivery, e-cards and more. This month, we look at how to incorporate these trends into your engagement and loyalty programs.

When you're ready to start including gift cards in your incentive and rewards programs, look no further than our directory of IGCC members—all experts who can help you drive results.

If you want to elevate performance, strengthen corporate culture and retain your best employees, then you'd better recognize!

U.S. companies spend billions of dollars to influence behavior and motivate sales professionals every year. Today, technology and a more complex selling environment are having an influence on those programs.

While incentive and reward programs are likely designed at the top, and may reach any level of the organization, it is crucial to remember the strong impact your managers have on the success of those programs.

Continual improvement of products and services is one of the most effective strategies, but it can be challenging to achieve breakthrough results and remain at the front of the pack.

As technology advances and new developments arrive on the horizon, everything changes. But even though a new market for smartwatches is emerging, these gadgets haven't replaced traditional watches as an aspirational item.

Corporate gift-giving has long been a smart strategy to help boost business and show some appreciation for customers, partners and employees. Learn about some of the current trends in business gifts.

When faced with declining productivity and rising disengagement, companies around the world must shift their focus to their employees. Here are some do's and don'ts to help you get performance improvement right.

Do you have a solid technology foundation for your incentive program? Are you familiar with the latest, most dynamic tools and techniques? Read this overview to see if you're applying the best mix of tech.

As unemployment numbers fall, more companies will have to deal with turnover. But if you're dealing with disengagement, micromanagement is the wrong approach.

Service award programs don't work unless they can change with the changing conditions at your organization. Here are some tips to keep your service awards relevant and effective.

The incentive industry is still big business, and here we look at some of the trends driving business forward, including recent research from IMRA, the IMA and the Incentive Research Foundation.

In this story, incentive marketing experts offer their feedback on the latest trends in merchandise incentive program, including popular types of merchandise, event fittings and more.

Life just seems to get busier and busier, and when you have a moment, it's great to engage in a little fun, sport or recreation. Here are some of the latest trends in rec and sporting goods to motivate your audience to fill up their free time.

Healthy employees are more engaged and more effective, but there's an uphill battle in this country to improve everyone's health and fitness. Here's how wellness programs—and the incentives that support them—can help.

With college graduations past and a new school year beginning, another wave of young professionals is entering the workforce. Soon enough, millennials will be dominant, and understanding how to engage this cohort is crucial.

Brand inconsistencies can be a huge detriment to your organization. Creating a unified brand experience requires close attention to everyone's perceptions and actions, employees and customers alike.

It might still be hot outside, but it's never too early to start planning your holiday gifting programs.

IMA members may have seen some rough seas lately, but with strong new leadership and increasing engagement at the association, these professionals are ready, willing and able to help you take your incentive and reward programs to the next level.

The growing workplace influence of millennials means organizations need to turn their attentions to understanding how best to motivate and reward this generation.

Frequent flyers know that something's always making it easier—or more difficult—to get to where you're going. Here's a look at some recent trends in luggage and other travel gear that help streamline the process.

With 2016 rapidly approaching, it's time to consider your budget for 2016. If you're not considering implementing an employee recognition program yet, now's the time to begin.

Some leaders think engagement is the most important goal to emphasize. Others believe performance is the key to success. Here's why you can't have one without the other.