SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2017
FEATURES
The Ever-Expanding Universe of Merchandise Incentives
Merchandise continues to be one of the most popular and effective tools used in rewards and incentives. This story takes a closer look at some of the latest trends in using merchandise to recognize and reward employees, partners and customers.
State of the Industry Shows Continued Growth
The incentives, reward and recognition industry continues to grow, with more and more businesses relying on these tools to improve their performance. Learn more about the latest research.
What's New in Rec & Sporting Goods Incentives?
Recreation and sporting goods offer something to please just about everyone. Here, we examine some of the latest trends in the market, and offer some ideas for using rec and sporting goods in your incentives and reward programs.
Marketing, HR Experts Explain the Benefits to Your Bottom Line
The most successful organizations understand that their external brand is only as strong as the internal brand that supports it. In this story, experts discuss the best ways to align your internal and external brand.
With health care costs continuing to increase every year, employers are finding that there's no one strategy for success when it comes to health care. Finding new ways to engage employees through education and communication is one key.
WorldatWork's annual Salary Budget Survey revealed that employers in the United States reported that the average 2017 total salary increase budget is 3 percent, the same as it has been for three years. But despite relatively flat salary increases, non-cash awards can help keep workers happy and engaged.
Why the Luxury Category Continues to Please Program Participants
Luxury goods are among the most powerful motivators, and with good reason. Who doesn't want a little something special that goes above and beyond their usual experience?
Innovation is part and parcel of doing business in today's world. But if leadership's not on board, any plan to boost innovation will suffer.