Most people don’t think computer work is a dangerous occupation, but more information technology companies are offering employee incentive and wellness programs to combat the negative effects that a sedentary job can have on employees’ lifestyles.
Dr. Richard Luceri, in charge of healthcare services for the IT firm JM Family Enterprises, told Computerworld that many employees [...]
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Computer workers take advantage of employee wellness programs
August 31, 2010
Employee incentive programs improving corporate wellness in Chicago
August 31, 2010
The growing use of employee incentive and wellness programs is proving to be a valuable tool to increase productivity and reduce healthcare expenses, as three Chicago-area businesses have discovered.
Assurance Agency’s head of human resources, Lisa Pinion, told the Chicago Tribune that since implementing an employee wellness program, the company has seen the number of average [...]
Employee wellness program encourages competition between local businesses
August 30, 2010
With more companies implementing an employee incentive program to encourage healthy lifestyles, one county is initiating an inter-company wellness competition through the "October Walkabout Challenge."
The Rutland County Physical Activity Coalition in Vermont is sponsoring the friendly competition between local businesses to encourage better employee health, according to the Times Argus. Winners of the competition will [...]
Titus Labs creates new channel incentive for partners
August 30, 2010
Security software provider Titus Labs has announced a new channel incentive program that will offer support, training and enhanced sales margins to its partners.
The incentive program is the first for the seven-year-old business, which offers software for companies to prevent data loss or theft on Microsoft-based platforms. Titus Labs’ vice president of sales, Scott Morin, [...]
Employee stock ownership plans can reward employees, increase productivity
August 27, 2010
Employee stock ownership plans are a way to improve morale, productivity and innovation, according to a U.S. senator who is pushing for more government support and business financing.
The CEOs of employee-owned companies report higher levels of employee participation in decision making, more active involvement in day-to-day operations and higher productivity, reports Vermont’s Times-Argus newspaper. The [...]
Designing an employee incentive program
August 27, 2010
Employee incentive programs require planning and preparation to assure they run smoothly and achieve the desired goal – enhancing sales or service.
Designing a program so that it reflects the values of the company, identifying the right rewards and tracking performance are just some of the factors that human resources must consider when starting [...]
Pentagon offers wellness program for employees around the globe
August 26, 2010
With many companies already benefiting from employee incentives and wellness programs, the Pentagon is undertaking its own wellness program to promote exercise and healthy lifestyles for its defense employees and service members in the armed forces.
The Department of Defense’s "Leap Into Fall" campaign was launched last week in an effort to get its employees to [...]
Employee engagement affects customer satisfaction, profits
August 26, 2010
Using employee incentives and reward programs could not only help companies reduce turnover, but it can improve their brands and increase revenue as well.
Research shows that the level of employee engagement and satisfaction directly affects customer retention and profits, writes Deborah Vence at Premium Incentive Products magazine.
"The best path to building your brand and [...]
Wellness programs help 10 companies maintain employee benefits, cut health costs
August 25, 2010
Ten companies have been recognized for their ability to continuously provide wellness programs and employee reward programs that keep turnover low and healthcare costs at a minimum.
The Principal Financial Group named Farmers Mutual Insurance of Nebraska, a Texas credit union and a Florida prep school, among seven others, as the best companies for employee financial [...]
Health insurers offering free wellness events for Tennessee employers
August 25, 2010
Businesses with group health insurance plans through BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee can utilize the insurer’s on-site corporate wellness programs to help reduce healthcare expenditures.
BlueCross offers free on-site events at Tennessee companies with more than 26 employees. Health professionals are brought in to provide biometric screenings and promote nutrition, exercise and healthy lifestyles, reports Chattanoogan.com.
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