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February 17, 2022

Employee Rewards Cards: A Modern Way to Show Your Appreciation

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Are your employees tired of receiving the same gift baskets and plaques? It's time to switch things up with employee rewards cards. These modern perks offer a flexible and personalized way to recognize your team's hard work and improve the employee experience for everyone.

What Are Employee Rewards Cards? 

Employee rewards cards act like any other payment card. Whether digital or physical, these cards offer team members the flexibility to choose their own rewards. From online or in-store purchases to subscriptions or experiences, everyone can use their funds on the things that are most meaningful to them. Awardco’s A-Pay cards allow employees to redeem their reward points for any of these options.

Why Use Employee Rewards Cards?

The perks of using these rewards cards include:

  1. Flexibility: With employee rewards cards, you’re letting employees pick their own rewards. It's like giving them a personal and convenient shopping spree. You can also pair the rewards with other benefit programs you have going on, like lifestyle spending accounts or gym reimbursements.

  2. Convenience: Reward cards are easy for your admin team to distribute and simple for employees to use. A-Pay cards connect directly to employee point balances. This means your team doesn’t have to worry about reloading balances or granting spending requests.

  3. Cost-effective: Control your budget while offering meaningful rewards. Overdrafts won’t be an issue because team members can only spend points they have.

  4. Happier employees: Research notes personalized gifts can help team members feel more valued. The right rewards card provider should let you customize a list of merchandise so you can offer a plethora of awesome products and experiences. Even the pickiest employee will find something they enjoy.

How to Implement Employee Rewards Cards

Once you’re ready to give rewards cards a shot, implementation involves four simple steps:

  1. Set a goal: Decide what you want to achieve with your rewards cards. Ensure it aligns with your overarching rewards and recognition program.

  2. Choose your reward options: Partner with a global rewards marketplace to offer a selection of exciting perks that reflect your team's preferences. Creating this connection is key to producing a successful rewards and recognition program.

  3. Disperse the cards and funds: Ensure smooth distribution by clearly communicating how the card works, how funds are added, and what employees can and cannot use the card for.

  4. Track results: Measure your rewards cards' impact on employee satisfaction and engagement. Track results over time and make necessary adjustments to elevate your program. 

We understand every organization and team has unique needs, objectives, and pain points. The Awardco team is happy to discuss these areas and offer personalized suggestions and guidance. 

Ready to Reward Your Team?

Employee rewards cards can be a game-changer for your organization. Give Awardco’s A-Pay Cards a shot and see the difference for yourself.

Awardco Staff
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